Astringency grips tongue tightly.

Meaning: This sentence describes the unpleasant sensation of tasting something astringent, where the astringency seems to seize and hold the tongue firmly, creating a rough and dry feeling.

Choice of Words: Astringency refers to the rough, dry, or puckering sensation caused by certain foods or drinks. Grip means to seize or hold firmly. Tongue is the muscular organ in the mouth that helps with tasting, swallowing, and speaking. Tightly means in a firm or secure manner.

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