Owl held mouse tightly in talons.

Meaning: This sentence describes the owl's firm grip on the captured mouse.

Choice of Words: "Held" means to keep something firmly in one's grasp, "mouse" is the object being held, "tightly" emphasizes the strength of the grip, and "talons" are the sharp claws of a bird of prey.

Alternative Expressions

Related Expressions

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