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Grasp keys in small container (6,3)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

clutch bag

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'container' is the definition.
(clutch bag is a kind of container)

'grasp keys in small' is the wordplay.
'grasp' becomes 'clutch' (synonyms).
'keys in small' becomes 'bag' (I am not sure about this - if you are sure you should believe this answer much more).
'clutch'+'bag'='CLUTCH BAG'

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(Other definitions for clutch bag that I've seen before include "Woman's strapless fashion accessory" , "where lady keeps her things" .)

I've seen this clue in The Daily Express.
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