Clutch

My ears always 

buzz a bit when I 

hear a new word.

And ‘clutch’ is 

one of those words.

I don’t mean to:

grasp or hold strongly, 

tightly or suddenly.

 

I don’t mean to:

operate an automobile 

clutch.

 

And I don’t mean clutch 

as in: a small purse.

I’m referring to ‘clutch’ 

as a modern or urban 

descriptor.

 

In other words 

the slang “clutch”.

The one used to say 

that something is 

extremely good, useful, or 

exactly what’s needed 

when it’s needed.

OR used to describe 

something as "excellent" 

or "effective".

 

THIS is the definition 

I’m really diggin’.

Why? 

Because for me

it’s another positive, 

buoy-up expression.

 

As in: 

“My family/neighbor/friend, 

etc; really came through 

for me today. It was clutch.”

“Your support is clutch.”

Or, as my daughter says: 

“Hey guurrl. That outfit’s clutch.”

'Clutch' is definitely part 

of my vocabulary now.

 

So, how would you 

use the word, “clutch’?

I value you + your views,

so let's communicate!

Debby Barnes Sunday SideLines