They hold tight Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Sunday, October 23, 1994 · 106-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Sunday, October 23, 1994.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · October 23, 1994 · 106-Down · 5 letters
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a holding device attached to a workbench; has two jaws to hold workpiece firmly in place
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