fist

Example Sentences

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Bentancur celebrated winning a first-half foul after some superb defence in his own penalty area with a clenched fist before receiving a hug from Kevin Danso.

From BBC • May 3, 2026

If you really hate the idea, please indicate by shaking your fist at the sky.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 25, 2026

So, while the growers were losing money hand over fist, housing developers were coming through with godfather offers to buy them out, convert them to row housing, and sell, sell, sell.

From Slate • Apr. 20, 2026

At this point, Jimin fist bumps RM, who then adds, “I just hope they take care of us and embrace us a bit more.”

From Salon • Mar. 27, 2026

Uncle suddenly burst out, banging his fist on the table as he spoke.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler