Used to describe physically holding something to prevent falling or being moved.

Physical Support

Often used to illustrate persistence despite difficult or dangerous situations.

Persist in Difficulty

Conveys a sense of desperate effort or the last resort in a challenging scenario.

Describes seeking emotional comfort or reassurance from someone else.

Highlights looking for security when feeling scared or unsure.

Can indicate dependency or a reluctance to be independent.

Refers to maintaining hope or belief in the face of unlikely odds or failure.

Suggests an unwillingness to accept change or let go of old ways.

Implies a sometimes irrational commitment to an idea or plan.