A fistful is a quantity or amount that can be held in one's hand, specifically when clenched into a tight ball. It often implies something significant or substantial, as it suggests that there is enough of an object to fill one's entire hand.
Usage examples
He grabbed a fistful of sand and threw it at his friends during their beach party.
The child excitedly ran towards the candy jar and scooped out a fistful of colorful sweets.
The cowboy entered the saloon and casually tossed a few coins onto the counter, getting himself a fistful of whiskey.
The hiker desperately clutched a fistful of grass as he dangled perilously over the edge of the cliff.
The chef skillfully sprinkled a fistful of herbs into the simmering pot, adding a burst of flavor to the dish.
The street performer delighted the crowd by juggling a fistful of glowing balls in the air.
She walked into the garden and plucked a fistful of vibrant flowers, creating a beautiful bouquet for her dining table.
The boxer clenched his fistful of gloves tightly, ready to step into the ring and face his opponent.
As the magician reached into his hat, he pulled out a fistful of colorful scarves, leaving the audience amazed.
The children squealed with joy as they ran through the field, gathering a fistful of colorful balloons.
«Libraries are standing there with fistfuls of cash in their hands and saying to the big publishers, «We want to buy your ebooks,» and the publishers are saying no or they're charging way too much for their books. (goodereader.com)
Near the end of the series run, however, he transitioned from TV actor to international film icon in Sergio Leone's 1964 classic Western A Fistful of Dollars, launching a long collaboration with the director that included For a Few Dollars More, and The Good, The Bad and the Ugly. (screenrant.com)
There's nothing better than those chubby, dimpled hands grabbing fistfuls of cake and using it as a facial moisturizer. (stickybellies.com)