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as in breeze
something that is easy to do
the clear instructions made setting up the audiovisual system a cinch
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as in lock
one that is certain to succeed
after that hole in one, she's a cinch to make the cut for the next round of the tournament
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Recent Examples of cinch
Megan Schaltegger, People.com, 17 Jan. 2025
To cut down on prep and clean-up time and make these Figs in a Blanket a cinch to prepare, this is one occasion in which store-bought is more than fine.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Dec. 2024
Maura Fox, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Apr. 2025
The Florida Gators cinched the NCAA Championship title!
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 8 Apr. 2025
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Noun
The adjustable belt cinches at the waist, while the whipstitch detailing provides contrasting texture.
—Megan Schaltegger, People.com, 17 Jan. 2025
To cut down on prep and clean-up time and make these Figs in a Blanket a cinch to prepare, this is one occasion in which store-bought is more than fine.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Dec. 2024
Verb
Listen to this article Chula Vista Mayor John McCann and Imperial Beach Mayor Paloma Aguirre have all but cinched their places in a July runoff in the special election for District 1 county supervisor, the latest results showed Friday.
—Maura Fox, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Apr. 2025
The Florida Gators cinched the NCAA Championship title!
—Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 8 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cinch
Noun
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Without a wire to handle or restrict you to the nearest power outlet, the cordless vacuum is a breeze to maneuver.—
Isabel Garcia,
People.com,
15 May 2025
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These sleek e-bikes offer the ideal way to feel the summer breeze while reducing your carbon footprint.—
Kilty Cleary,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 May 2025
Noun
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The door is lockable using a padlock or cable lock.—
Clint Davis,
People.com,
3 May 2025
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Leave the keys in a lock box or with your real estate agent to ensure a smooth transition.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 May 2025
Verb
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But that approach only ensures the team never improves.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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The delivery mechanism in the works would allow aid to reach the Palestinian population with safeguards to ensure it is not diverted by Hamas or Islamic Jihad, according to a State Department spokesperson.—
Jennifer Hansler,
CNN Money,
3 May 2025
Noun
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Then pack a picnic lunch of French bread, cheese, and fruit—or order a meal from your favorite deli or restaurant (quiche, anyone?).—
Laura Broadwell,
Parents,
1 May 2025
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Guests can bring coolers to the park for picnic lunches, and there’s lots of snack shacks, too, serving theme park fare like pizza, chicken tenders, funnel cakes, and soft-serve ice cream.—
Brittany Anas,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
Verb
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Defense attorney Raven Liberty told the Miami Herald that three years ago, the Broward State Attorney’s Office assured the defense that Melly’s lyrics wouldn’t be used against him.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
12 May 2025
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The club did not bring in psychologists in an attempt to lift spirits, though sources in the dressing room assure The Athletic that each player has access to his own psychologist or personal coach if required.—
Pol Ballús,
New York Times,
11 May 2025
Verb
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Past performances do not guarantee success in the future and betting odds fluctuate from one minute to the next.—
Marc Ramirez,
USA Today,
4 May 2025
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Medrano pointed to the state's Open Beaches Act, which guarantees free public access to its sandy shores.—
Mireya Villarreal,
ABC News,
2 May 2025
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“Cinch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cinch. Accessed 18 May. 2025.
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