as in ensured
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 cinched
Even statement belts were used as a playful styling tool as they were cinched over coats and heavy layers.
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Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 10 Feb. 2026
Once you’re cinched into the five-point harness and turn the ignition key, the sensory hit is immediate.
—Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 10 Feb. 2026
The newspaper’s archives cinched it, with a mention in the Register’s Anaheim Hills weekly of a Rebecca Black appearing in a community youth theater musical.
—Peter Larsen, Oc Register, 10 Feb. 2026
The fabric’s four-way stretch is slightly cinched at the waist to enhance your curves, while the A-line silhouette is still relaxed enough for cozy winter outfits.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 16 Jan. 2026
The sleeveless top featured a high neck and was cinched by a black belt, and the skirt was midi length.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 15 Jan. 2026
The base of her deep V-neckline was cinched with a cross embellishment, which was then replicated on her necklace with several more crosses varying in size.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026
Later iterations of the jacket added a hood, internal pockets for personal belongings, and a drawstring that cinched the bottom hem to create a more all-encompassing space.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 7 Jan. 2026
Avoid storing covers directly on wet surfaces, check them periodically for rodent activity, and ensure covers aren’t over-cinched, which can restrict airflow and trap moisture.
—Colleen Sullivan, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Dec. 2025
Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 10 Feb. 2026
Once you’re cinched into the five-point harness and turn the ignition key, the sensory hit is immediate.
—Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 10 Feb. 2026
The newspaper’s archives cinched it, with a mention in the Register’s Anaheim Hills weekly of a Rebecca Black appearing in a community youth theater musical.
—Peter Larsen, Oc Register, 10 Feb. 2026
The fabric’s four-way stretch is slightly cinched at the waist to enhance your curves, while the A-line silhouette is still relaxed enough for cozy winter outfits.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 16 Jan. 2026
The sleeveless top featured a high neck and was cinched by a black belt, and the skirt was midi length.
—Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 15 Jan. 2026
The base of her deep V-neckline was cinched with a cross embellishment, which was then replicated on her necklace with several more crosses varying in size.
—Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026
Later iterations of the jacket added a hood, internal pockets for personal belongings, and a drawstring that cinched the bottom hem to create a more all-encompassing space.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 7 Jan. 2026
Avoid storing covers directly on wet surfaces, check them periodically for rodent activity, and ensure covers aren’t over-cinched, which can restrict airflow and trap moisture.
—Colleen Sullivan, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cinched
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Following a redesign in 2016, the hotel ensured all windows were fully glazed and the exterior extensively insulated to reduce the amount of heat escaping.—
Sophie Knight,
Condé Nast Traveler,
6 Feb. 2026
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Their thrilling win over the Falcons in 2017 and less-than-thrilling win over the Rams in 2019 ensured their leaders would be legends of the game.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN Money,
6 Feb. 2026
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Sprinkled with transformative desserts, the recipes in the book feel practiced and assured.—
The Bon Appétit,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
10 Feb. 2026
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The winner of the Democratic primary is virtually assured of victory in the deep-blue district, which also includes the largest share of Jewish voters of any congressional district in the nation.—
Dave Goldiner,
New York Daily News,
9 Feb. 2026
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With the survival of AGOA guaranteed only for the next 11 months, the country’s production force and foreign investment opportunities hang in the balance.—
Kate Nishimura,
Sourcing Journal,
5 Feb. 2026
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None of his $16-million base salary is guaranteed.—
Gary Klein,
Los Angeles Times,
4 Feb. 2026
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The governing party of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi secured a two-thirds supermajority in a key parliamentary election Sunday, Japanese media reported citing preliminary results, earning a landslide victory thanks to her popularity.—
MARI YAMAGUCHI,
Arkansas Online,
9 Feb. 2026
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Nanos acknowledged that the scene should have remained secured longer and that other agencies could have been called in earlier.—
Peter D'Abrosca , Alexandra Koch,
FOXNews.com,
8 Feb. 2026
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“Cinched.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cinched. Accessed 12 Feb. 2026.
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