¹ clutch verb

• to hold onto (someone or something) tightly with your hand
• to try to hold onto someone or something by reaching with your hand—usually + at

² clutch noun

• the act of holding or gripping something or someone tightly—usually plural —often used figuratively
• a pedal that is pressed to change gears in a vehicle
• the part of a vehicle that is controlled by a clutch

³ clutch adjective

• happening during a very important or critical time especially in a sports competition
• able to perform well in a very important or critical situation especially in a sports competition

⁴ clutch noun

• a group of eggs that is laid by a bird at one time
• a group of young birds produced by a single group of eggs
• a small group of things or people