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clung

UK
/klʌŋ/
US
/klʌŋ/
clung on
clung on

Translations

clingverb

clung

Past Simple

clung
Past Simple
clung
Past Participle
clinging
Gerund
UK
/klɪŋ/
US
/klɪŋ/

Definitions

clingverb
To hold on to something or someone tightly or tenaciously.
The baby monkey clung to its mother's back as they moved through the trees.
To stick to or remain attached to a surface, often because of moisture or adhesive forces.
The wet shirt clung to his skin.
To remain emotionally attached or devoted, often excessively or anxiously.
She clings to the hope that he will come back.
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