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
Kardashian, 44, wore a head-turning lilac-gray gown designed with a high neckline, floor-grazing cape sleeves and a body-hugging silhouette that cinched her waist.
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Michelle Lee, People.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Amal stunned in a chic light-yellow dress, with a halter top and gold belt cinched at the waist.
—Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 28 Aug. 2025
The internal drawcord can be cinched to prevent the waist from slipping during physical activity, and there is a small waistband pocket perfect for holding a house key or hair tie.
—Anne Taylor, Travel + Leisure, 24 Aug. 2025
The women’s Mariner Jean pays homage to naval flares from the ’30s and features a lace-up cinched back.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 22 Aug. 2025
Michelle Lee, People.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Amal stunned in a chic light-yellow dress, with a halter top and gold belt cinched at the waist.
—Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 28 Aug. 2025
The internal drawcord can be cinched to prevent the waist from slipping during physical activity, and there is a small waistband pocket perfect for holding a house key or hair tie.
—Anne Taylor, Travel + Leisure, 24 Aug. 2025
The women’s Mariner Jean pays homage to naval flares from the ’30s and features a lace-up cinched back.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 22 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cinched
Verb
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The 1993 formation of the promotion company Ultimate Fighting Championship ensured that the few-rules, multi-style approach of MMA had an official American home.—
Rory Doherty,
Time,
5 Sep. 2025
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These events ensured Azerbaijan's victory and were formalized in the peace accord signed in Washington last month.—
MSNBC Newsweek,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Stephen Kolek was assured of one thing on Saturday night.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
31 Aug. 2025
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Rachel Laing, the mayoral spokesperson, said advocates and other residents can be assured that Gloria does not support housing on the Mission Bay Park properties — even if they are declared surplus.—
Jeff McDonald,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Our safety could not be guaranteed.—
Michael Jerome Plunkett
September 5,
Literary Hub,
5 Sep. 2025
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This is one of 17 that we’re guaranteed.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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In 2024 with the Buffaloes, Hunter secured 1,258 yards and 15 touchdowns as a wide receiver.—
James Brizuela,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
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The government’s vehicle still had the keys inside the car as well as a gun secured in a safe when the man towed it, according to prosecutors.—
Julia Marnin,
Sacbee.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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“Cinched.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cinched. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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