Sentence examples for a grips from inspiring English sources

The phrase "a grips" is not correct in written English.
It seems to be a misuse of the word "grip," which is typically used in plural form as "grips" or as a singular noun without the article "a."
Example: "He has a firm grip on the steering wheel."
Alternatives: "a hold" or "a grasp."

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It calls Transport for London "not fit for purpose", "woefully inadequate" and calls for it to "get a grips with the basics".

BBC

We've had a number of reports produced by the NHS, and independently, suggesting that the NHS really needs to get a grips of its quality of care and services.

BBC

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Get a grip," says Mr Patterson.

The Economist

Always, Mom "Get a grip".

The New York Times

Then a grip committed suicide.

The New Yorker

Can we get a grip?

The New York Times

Folks, get a grip.

The New York Times

A gripping, complex chiller.

The Guardian - Film

Get a grip, guys.

The New York Times - Food

Get a grip, David Brooks!

The New York Times

Get a grip, boy.

The Guardian - Travel

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