clinging
cling-ing
adjective
Sticking closely or holding tightly to a surface, person, or idea.
"Her wet dress was clinging to her skin."
verb
The action of holding on tightly or sticking fast to something or someone.
"He was clinging to the hope of a rescue."
Thesaurus
Synonyms: cling, cleave, cohere, stick, adhere, clingstone, hang