clutch
To seize, as though with claws.
Example
“to clutch power”
Other meanings
To grip or grasp tightly.
“She clutched her purse tightly and walked nervously into the building.”
To win despite being the only remaining player on one's team, against several opponents.
Word history
From Old English "clyċċan" (to clutch, clench).
Where this comes from
This definition is adapted from “clutch” on Wiktionary, by its contributors, published under CC BY-SA 4.0. This page is published under the same licence.