12
footing(noun, hold, position, block, back)
11
toehold(noun, support, position, base, grip)
10
hold(noun, support, position, block, back)
10
purchase(noun, position, base, balance, grip)
8
perch(noun, position, base, grip, ledge)
7
crevice(noun, position, base, grip, ledge)
6
niche(noun, position, base, grip, ledge)
6
bridgehead
5
beachhead
5
grasp(noun, grip)
5
grip(noun, support, hold, position, base)
5
space(noun, position, base, grip, ledge)
5
support(noun, hold, foundation, brace, prop)
5
position(noun, base)
4
advantage
4
base(noun, hold, position, block, back)
3
basis(noun, balance, foundation, stability)
3
opening
3
toe-hold
2
anchor(noun, something)
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