advantage
bear hug
bite
clamp
clasp
clench
clinch
cling
clinging
clutch
death grip
embrace
firm hold
footing
footplate
footrail
footrest
grapple
grasp
grip
gripe
hold
hug
iron grip
locus standi
nip
perch
purchase
seizure
stance
stand
standing
standing place
tight grip
toehold
traction
accomplishment
achievement
anchorage
livelihood
overlordship