| Answer | Crossword Clue |
|---|---|
| GRASP | Hold firmly |
| RIVET | Hold firmly |
| GRIP | Hold firmly |
| ENGRASP | Hold firmly |
| CLUTCH | Hold firmly |
| CLAMP | Hold firmly |
| RIVET | Hold firmly. |
| INSIST | Hold to firmly. |
| COHERE | Hold together firmly |
| CLINGTO | Hold firmly, as opinions |
| CLASP | Hold firmly and tightly |
| RIVET | Hold firmly, as one's attention |
| GRIP | Hold firmly in one's hand |
| RELY | Word from Old French for "hold firmly" |
