cinch 1 of 2

noun

ˈsinch How to pronounce cinch (audio)
Definition of cinchnext
1
as in breeze
something that is easy to do the clear instructions made setting up the audiovisual system a cinch

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2
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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cinch

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verb

as in to ensure
to make sure, certain, or safe the team's latest victory cinches a trip to the play-offs

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Recent Examples of cinch
Noun
The same barbell that feels nearly impossible for a novice to pick up might be a cinch for an experienced lifter. — Jennifer Heimlich, Time, 6 July 2026 That means this cocktail is a cinch to make as a slushy. — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 June 2026
Verb
The high-rise silhouette cinches your waist, too, for a comfortable yet flattering fit. — Better Homes & Gardens, 16 July 2026 Argentina cinched a dramatic comeback in a tense match against England, securing the team’s spot in the final against Spain. — Madison E. Goldberg, PEOPLE, 16 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for cinch
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cinch
  1. breeze
  2. lock
  3. ensure
  4. picnic
  5. assure
  6. guarantee
Noun
  • Large white feathers wafted in the breeze—Paris, after all, drove the 19th-century ostrich feather craze that swept the fashion world.
    — R. Daniel Foster, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
  • The region’s mild climate and coastal breezes encourage an effortless indoor-outdoor lifestyle.
    — Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of breeze
Noun
  • Car owners are advised to go to the dealer to get their drive door lock replaced for free.
    — Taylor Ardrey, USA Today, 30 July 2026
  • At the film’s Shanghai premiere, her short, curly cut was replaced with long, straight locks and choppy baby bangs.
    — Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 30 July 2026
Definition of lock
Verb
  • The ethnic unity law, Beijing says, helps ensure equality and support economic development.
    — CNN Money, CNN Money, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Planners prioritize areas that don’t have equitable park access to ensure everybody can get to a dog park, splash pad or even just green space, Walker said.
    — Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of ensure
Noun
  • And we were invited to be on the bill with the Outlaw Tour people, which included Willie’s Fourth of July picnic.
    — Brian Hiatt, Rolling Stone, 2 Aug. 2026
  • The modest park sits on less than one acre of land off Parkwood Avenue and includes a playground, a picnic shelter and green space.
    — Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of picnic
Verb
  • Although Wangchuk broke his fast on July 24 after the government assured him that steps would be taken to address the students’ demands, the protest kept growing.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 29 July 2026
  • The Academy’s Board of Governors is the group that sets the organization’s strategic vision, preserves the organization’s financial health and assures the fulfillment of its mission.
    — Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 29 July 2026
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Verb
  • Cargill and her best friend Alexa Bliss have been at war with Jade Cargill, B-Fab and Michin, and in a ladder match, that feud was more than guaranteed to culminate in a significant spot in the match, if not decide this contest outright.
    — Alfred Konuwa, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Daniel Fernando García Velázquez took the admissions exam for Mexico’s most famous university four times before finally getting the result that should have guaranteed him admission.
    — Mauricio Torres, CNN Money, 2 Aug. 2026
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“Cinch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cinch. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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