All gripped their weapons, staring upward in grim silence.

The three men firmly gripped their weapons and tried to see through the darkness.

Only himself and the others, gasping, hands strained as they gripped their weapons.

They gripped their weapons tightly, so still they looked carved in rock.

His hand showed white as he held it up, palm outward, in token of peace; but the king's men gripped their weapons.

The guards took a step toward Flint, gripping their weapons with purpose.

The elves gripped their weapons and waited for the onslaught.

They gripped their weapons more tightly, as if expecting a trap.

The knights gripped their weapons, wading, Then they turned to each other, bewildered.

They gripped their weapons tightly and walked single file.