Like a ride that has one holding on for dear life (5-7)
I believe the answer is:
white-knuckle
(Other definitions for white-knuckle that I've seen before include "Fear-inducing" , "Terrifying (fairground ride)" , "Scarily exhilarating" .)
I've seen this clue in The New York Times.
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