holding firmly and persistently
Her tenacious grip on the rope kept her from falling down the cliff.
Vocabulary like tenacious appears on the Digital SAT in Words-in-Context questions, where you choose the word that fits a passage's meaning and tone. You can also drill this word with vocabulary flashcards.
related to the sense of touch; of or relating to or proceeding from the sense of touch
only slightly relevant
linger; be about
boring; so lacking in interest as to cause mental weariness
boredom; the feeling of being bored by something tedious
disposition; your usual mood
stormy; characterized by violent emotions or behavior
short-term; not permanent; not lasting
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