clutchers
nounUK /ˈklʌtʃəz/
US /ˈklʌtʃərz/
People or things that hold on to something very tightly.
The little clutchers grabbed their toys and would not let go.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Things used for gripping or holding, such as handles or straps.
The bag's clutchers were worn from years of use.
3. People who panic and fail to act calmly in a difficult situation.
In a crisis, the clutchers make things worse for everyone.
4. In sports, players who perform well when the game is close and tense.
The team's best clutchers scored in the final minute.