as in to decide
to make final, definite, or beyond dispute
the rain clinched the matter: we would have the party indoors
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Recent Examples of clinch
Trent Reinsmith, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
The duo has the steamiest water clinch that doesn't end in a kiss in TV history.
—Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2025
Eduardo A. Encina, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 June 2025
Just recently, satellite imagery provider Planet Labs clinched a seven-figure contract to deliver monitoring and intelligence capabilities to NATO itself.
—Ruxandra Iordache, CNBC, 27 June 2025
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Verb
Braga used effective striking and damage to edge out Kennedy who did some good work with his wrestling and in the clinch.
—Trent Reinsmith, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2024
The duo has the steamiest water clinch that doesn't end in a kiss in TV history.
—Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 30 Apr. 2025
Noun
Niagara improved by 24 points, going from last place in the OHL’s Eastern Conference to clinching a playoff spot.
—Eduardo A. Encina, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 June 2025
Just recently, satellite imagery provider Planet Labs clinched a seven-figure contract to deliver monitoring and intelligence capabilities to NATO itself.
—Ruxandra Iordache, CNBC, 27 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for clinch
Verb
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After a marathon session, the Senate narrowly passed their version of the legislation with Vice President Vance having to cast the deciding vote.—
JJ Kinahan,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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Last year, for the very first time, Mónica Martínez López decided to run for office.—
David Weigel,
semafor.com,
1 July 2025
Noun
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But if a kid needed a kind word or an aunt needed a hug, the man rarely missed.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
13 July 2025
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Head coach Bill Belichick (L) of the New England Patriots hugs owner Robert Kraft (R) during a press conference at Gillette Stadium on January 11, 2024 in Foxborough, Massachusetts.—
Evan Massey,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 July 2025
Verb
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Quiet and largely seasonably pleasant weather will settle across the Kansas City area on Tuesday, giving the metro a break from the heat and storms of the past few days, according to the National Weather Service.—
Robert A. Cronkleton,
Kansas City Star,
1 July 2025
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The Yellow Jackets settled for 7-6 a year ago with three of the losses to Louisville, Notre Dame and the unforgettable double-OT affair at Georgia.—
Tom Layberger,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
Noun
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The president’s embrace of fossil fuels and hostility to renewable energy is reflected in his signature domestic policy law.—
Spencer Kimball,
CNBC,
3 July 2025
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The historic names and embrace of Cincinnati history are fitting tributes to our past.—
Jeff Suess,
The Enquirer,
3 July 2025
Verb
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As Byron, 17, crossed the stage to get his diploma, his relatives clapped and cheered, determined to stay strong for him.—
Faith Karimi,
CNN Money,
7 July 2025
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The Santa Clara County Department of Family and Children Services is now working to determine where Kumar will be placed and ensure his safety going forward.—
Jovi Dai,
Mercury News,
7 July 2025
Noun
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For the first time, exoskeleton technology is gaining traction and finding a strong foothold among individuals who want to walk and hike more, but could use that extra little push.—
Borislav "Bobby" Marinov,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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Russell was plenty involved Saturday as Real Salt Lake found a foothold in the game deep into the first half.—
Daniel Sperry,
Kansas City Star,
29 June 2025
Noun
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Backup guard spots, then, are likely the most up for grabs; returners like Garguilo, Throckmorton, and Sherman will have to jockey for reps.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
13 July 2025
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But that’s not the only race to watch — at least three other congressional seats could be up for grabs.—
Grace Miserocchi,
Chicago Tribune,
12 July 2025
Noun
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After a very rough 1-11 start to the season, the Wings have started to find their footing, winning four of their last six games.—
Kilty Cleary,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 July 2025
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His challenge was to move the economy from a wartime footing to one that could produce new jobs—while holding down the inflation that many economists predicted.—
Robert Hormats,
Time,
3 July 2025
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“Clinch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/clinch. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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