as in to hug
to put one's arms around and press tightly
reached around and enclasped all four children at once
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Mothers crying out loud for their children, and fathers hugging their children close to their chests.—
Troy Onyango,
Time,
24 July 2025 -
In this sweet, candid moment, Lopez hugs her babies while backstage on the Marry Me set.—
Stephanie Sengwe,
People.com,
24 July 2025
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At a dinner with their former literature grad students, Lydie clasps Agnes’ hand under the table at the mention of their former thesis adviser.—
Jake Coyle,
Boston Herald,
4 July 2025
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Reportedly, Combs appeared visibly emotional, clasping his hands in prayer.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
3 July 2025
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In the first image, the newborn’s tiny foot is gently cradled by what appears to be both Pons and Guaynaa.—
Mitchell Peters,
Billboard,
27 July 2025
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At one point, Sati cradled her face in her hands, overjoyed at what her grandson had created, before leaning back in for another look at her husband.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
19 July 2025
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“Enclasp.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/enclasp. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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