gripping

US /ˈɡrɪp.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈɡrɪp.ɪŋ/
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1.

firmly holding the attention or interest; exciting and interesting

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The novel was so gripping that I couldn't put it down.
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It was a truly gripping performance by the lead actor.
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engagingcaptivatingrivetingabsorbingfascinating
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gripbe in the grip ofkey gripget to grips with somethingget a grip (on yourself)loosen your grip