No. 14,422 in German
klammern
To clasp, cling, or grip tightly.
In a sentence
Ich muss die Papiere mit einer Büroklammer klammern.
I need to fasten the papers with a paperclip.
In this sentence, 'klammern' is used as a verb meaning to fasten or attach, specifically with a clip or similar object.
Das kleine Kind klammerte sich ängstlich an die Mutter.
The small child clung fearfully to the mother.
Here, 'klammern' refers to holding on to someone or something tightly, often out of fear or strong emotions.
Wir sollten den Text in Anführungszeichen klammern.
We should enclose the text in quotation marks.
In this example, 'klammern' metaphorically means to enclose or surround, used in the context of typographical symbols.
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