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The word "steel" (the iron alloy used in construction) is used a metaphor for strength. A "grip of steel" is a strong one, and often implies that the person shaking your hand is trying to make an impression on you.
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What is the origin of the phrase 'Death Grip'?
I've been told that when someone shoots themselves to death, that they have such a grip on the gun that their fingers have to be pried off the gun grip.
What how do say standard grip in English?
How do you say Grip in Japanse = Kumi Kata.
What is the opposite of tight?
loose, or open "that jar isn't tight enough, its loose." or "he had a tight grip, but her hand had a loose grip."
What is a sentence for grip?
Example sentence - The large man has a weak grip in his handshake.
What is the explanation of the phrase 'knobby tread'?
I have heard this term in relation to the... the tread pattern... of off-road vehicle tires, but also in relation to hiking boots. The soles of boots or the surface of the tires have 'lugs' or 'knobs' so as to provide a more suitable grip under slippery conditions.
The phrase grip of steel creates an image of?
It creates the image of an inescapable grasp.
What is steely grip?
steely is something made of steel
What is the origin of the phrase 'Death Grip'?
I've been told that when someone shoots themselves to death, that they have such a grip on the gun that their fingers have to be pried off the gun grip.
Is there a knife set with stainless steel handles?
There are plenty of knives with stainless steel handles, but most have at least a small rubber grip for a strong hold.
What is the value of a ruger rifle 2277 bolt action stainless steel with blued grip?
50-250 or so
What is the value of a smith and wesson 357 model 686 stainless steel with pacmar grip?
50-500 usd
Why steel tyres are heated before slipping them into the wheel?
Heat expands them ... when they cool they shrink and grip the wheel tightly.
What is the blue book value of Smith and Wesson 357- 4 stainless steel barrel- wood grip?
50-500 usd
Name of the footwear you put on your boots in order to climb ice?
"Crampons"...they strap to bottom of hiking or climbing boots. They have steel spikes to grip the ice.
What is the value of a colt 357 magnum snub nose revolver that is stainless steel and has a police style rubber hand grip?
50-500 usd
What is spoiler on a race car designed to do?
Air travels across the spoiler and creates downward force. This puts pressure on the axle, which in turn gives a better grip on the roadway.
How does a spiralling football affect the distance?
yes it does affect the distance traveled because you have more grip on the stiches and the bottom of the ball has no grip
