cling 
/ˈklɪŋ/ verb
clings; clung /ˈklɪŋ/ verb /ˈklʌŋ/; cling·ing [no obj] 1 : to hold onto something or someone very tightly
▪ The children clung together under the little umbrella waiting for the storm to pass. — usually + to or onto ▪ The little cat clung to the narrow branch. ▪ The boy clung onto his mother's hand as they walked through the crowd. ▪ The little boy clung to his mother when it was time for her to leave. 2 often disapproving : to stay very close to someone for emotional support, protection, etc.
▪ a clinging child — usually + to ▪ parents who cling to their children instead of allowing them to be independent ▪ He clung to his friends for support. 3 : to stick to something or someone — usually + to ▪ The shirt clung to his wet shoulders. 4 : to continue to believe in or depend on something — + to ▪ He is still clinging to the idea that his marriage can be saved. 5 : to try very hard to keep something that you are in danger of losing — usually + to ▪ an aging leader clinging to power
▪ The children clung together under the little umbrella waiting for the storm to pass. — usually + to or onto ▪ The little cat clung to the narrow branch. ▪ The boy clung onto his mother's hand as they walked through the crowd. ▪ The little boy clung to his mother when it was time for her to leave.
▪ a clinging child — usually + to ▪ parents who cling to their children instead of allowing them to be independent ▪ He clung to his friends for support.
— clingy /ˈklɪŋi/ adjective, cling·i·er; cling·i·est
▪ a clingy dress ▪ He was a clingy child.
/ˈklɪŋi/ adjective, cling·i·er; cling·i·est ▪ a clingy dress ▪ He was a clingy child.
