in the clutch
idiom
US
: in a very important or critical situation especially during a sports competition
He is known for his ability to come through in the clutch.
She scored a basket in the clutch.
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However, this leak can impact the fluid supply in the clutch system, resulting in an inability to change gears and causing the engine to stall.
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Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA TODAY, 7 June 2024
In his third season with the Yankees, A-Rod was still struggling in the clutch, and still hearing boos from home fans.
—New York Daily News, 18 May 2024
That’s four touches, 57 yards and a TD in the clutch.
—Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 22 Jan. 2024
The Mavericks are outscoring the Wolves by 39.2 points per 100 possessions in the clutch in this series.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 27 May 2024
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Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA TODAY, 7 June 2024
In his third season with the Yankees, A-Rod was still struggling in the clutch, and still hearing boos from home fans.
—New York Daily News, 18 May 2024
That’s four touches, 57 yards and a TD in the clutch.
—Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 22 Jan. 2024
The Mavericks are outscoring the Wolves by 39.2 points per 100 possessions in the clutch in this series.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 27 May 2024
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“In the clutch.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20the%20clutch. Accessed 15 Jul. 2024.
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