Cryptic crossword clue
Compete without satisfactory grip 4

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 4 letter word VISE

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What does VISE mean?

VISE noun
  1. An instrument consisting of two jaws, closing by a screw, lever, cam, or the like, for holding work, as in filing.
VISE verb
  1. To clamp with or as with a vise.
VISE verb
  1. To examine and endorse (a passport, etc.); to visa.

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