握る

Meaning

1. v5rvt
   to clasp; to grasp; to grip; to clutch
2. v5rvt
   to hold (the answer); to have (e.g. the solution); to be the key; to be the reason
3. v5rvt
   to seize (power); to hold (the reins); to dominate; to control
4. v5rvt
   to make (nigirizushi, rice ball, etc.); to form (with one's hands); to press into shape; to mold; to mould

Example sentences

• 右手には、いかにも、「魔法少女アイテムです」と言わんばかりの怪しげなロッドが握られていた。

  In her right hand was gripped a suspicious looking rod that practically radiated "I'm a magical girl item".

• 連邦取引委員会は不正取引の調査で新たな確証を握りました。

  The FTC nailed down new evidence in the fraud investigation.

• 弁護士は彼女が潔白だという有力な証拠を握っている。

  The attorney has strong evidence that she is innocent.