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as in picnics
something that is easy to do
the clear instructions made setting up the audiovisual system a cinch
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as in locks
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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as in ensures
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 cinches
Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 14 Sep. 2025
Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 5 Sep. 2025
This drapey shirt dress at Banana Republic takes the military style and infuses a touch of sophistication with a flare skirt and sleek slider belt that cinches the waist so the shape doesn’t drown your figure.
—Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 26 Aug. 2025
The waistband has an adjustable tie that cinches in to accentuate your shape.
—Nicol Natale, People.com, 5 Aug. 2025
Noun
The tie waist cinches in for a flattering fit, while the thicker knit will keep you comfortable as the weather cools down.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 14 Sep. 2025
Verb
It’s made with a soft cotton-blend material, sporting a classic gingham pattern, four buttons down the front, and a slim fit that cinches in your waist for a flattering silhouette.
—Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 5 Sep. 2025
This drapey shirt dress at Banana Republic takes the military style and infuses a touch of sophistication with a flare skirt and sleek slider belt that cinches the waist so the shape doesn’t drown your figure.
—Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 26 Aug. 2025
The waistband has an adjustable tie that cinches in to accentuate your shape.
—Nicol Natale, People.com, 5 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cinches
Noun
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Enjoy family gatherings, picnics and barbecues.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
12 Sep. 2025
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Couples can bring it on their honeymoon road trip, set it up on the porch, or keep it in the car for impromptu picnics.—
Francesca Krempa,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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But within the romantic tropes, Sheeran expresses feelings beyond falling in love with someone’s eyes and smile, instead embracing flaws (clothes strewn about the house) and habits (checking the door locks before bedtime).—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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This small step locks in extra hydration and has made a huge difference in my routine.—
Rachel Trujillo,
PEOPLE,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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With so much roasting, baking, and entertaining ahead, a fresh oven ensures your meals taste their best and your kitchen smells inviting—not smoky or burnt.—
Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott,
Southern Living,
12 Sep. 2025
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Setting that expectation protects your time and ensures your energy is aligned with what actually moves the business forward.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Low humidities and gusty afternoon and early evening breezes could result in brief critical conditions in the Shasta Valley through Monday.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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Waking up to Mediterranean breezes instead of alarm clocks.—
Essence,
Essence,
1 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Boeing’s offer assures workers another year of raises, even for employees already at the top of the pay scale, Gillian said.—
Reuters 23 hr ago,
CNN Money,
10 Sep. 2025
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Adair assures parents that, in all likelihood, kids get more than enough protein from their diets.—
Melissa Willets,
Parents,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Friends of mine received unwanted explicit snaps from male peers, some were contacted by complete strangers, and many were bullied on the platform.—
Annabelle Canela,
Parents,
12 Sep. 2025
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Diggs played 40 out of 71 offensive snaps in his Patriots debut.—
Oliver Thomas,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Tuition costs are soaring to unmanageable levels, once-stable education paths like computer science are now on rocky ground thanks to AI automation, and a diploma no longer guarantees a six-figure salary.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
14 Sep. 2025
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Researchers also pointed out that this plasma must be additionally heated to reach a temperature of 150 million Kelvin, which guarantees the proper course of the reaction.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Cinches.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cinches. Accessed 19 Sep. 2025.
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