Tighten (one’s fist, eg) (6)

I believe the answer is:

clench

(Other definitions for clench that I've seen before include "Squeeze together tightly" , "Hold tightly and firmly" , "Close teeth or fingers tightly" , "Close, grasp, tightly" , "Get a grip on" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.

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