What does the cryptic crossword clue "Get a hold on complaint, briefly (4)" mean?

The definition is "Get a hold on". The wordplay uses charade, deletion. GRIPE (synonym of "complaint,") [curtailing: "briefly"]; definition: "Get a hold on" The answer is Grip.

Get a hold on complaint, briefly (4)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3083 | 15 Across | 2020-11-22 flower

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