Answer: clenched

AnswerCrossword Clue
CLENCHEDGIZMO
CLENCHEDGrasped tightly
CLENCHEDLike a threatening fist
CLENCHEDMade a fist
CLENCHEDCame to grips with?
clenchedGrasp (something) tightly, esp. with the hands or between the teeth
clenched(of a muscular part of the body) Tighten or contract sharply, esp. with strong emotion
clenched(with reference to the fingers or hand) Close into a tight ball, esp. when feeling extreme anger
clenched(with reference to the teeth) Press or be pressed tightly together, esp. with anger or determination or so as to suppress a strong emotion
clenchedCLENCH, to grasp firmly