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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
Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 19 May 2026
For a sporty option, try a funnel neck bomber jacket, and opt for one that cinches at the waist or hip to accentuate your shape.
—ABC News, 1 May 2026
The vest subtly cinches at the waist, creating a flattering shape.
—Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 14 Apr. 2026
It’s usually fitted in the waist, curves out around the mid-leg, and then cinches in at the ankle.
—India Roby, InStyle, 16 Feb. 2026
The three compressions are Spanxsmooth Swim, which is light compression for barely there smoothing; Spanxshape Swim, medium compression for a little more tummy control and shaping, and Spanxsculpt Swim, strong compression that cinches and snatches.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 11 Feb. 2026
Instead of individual detachable sleeves held onto the vest with zippers or buttons, the Rippy Modular Windbreaker’s sleeves are combined into one piece that cinches in the front with a bungee cord.
—Will Porter, Outside, 4 Jan. 2026
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
For a more practical outfit, pair this similar brown skirt with a denim jacket that cinches at the waist.
—Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 19 May 2026
For a sporty option, try a funnel neck bomber jacket, and opt for one that cinches at the waist or hip to accentuate your shape.
—ABC News, 1 May 2026
The vest subtly cinches at the waist, creating a flattering shape.
—Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 14 Apr. 2026
It’s usually fitted in the waist, curves out around the mid-leg, and then cinches in at the ankle.
—India Roby, InStyle, 16 Feb. 2026
The three compressions are Spanxsmooth Swim, which is light compression for barely there smoothing; Spanxshape Swim, medium compression for a little more tummy control and shaping, and Spanxsculpt Swim, strong compression that cinches and snatches.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 11 Feb. 2026
Instead of individual detachable sleeves held onto the vest with zippers or buttons, the Rippy Modular Windbreaker’s sleeves are combined into one piece that cinches in the front with a bungee cord.
—Will Porter, Outside, 4 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cinches
Noun
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With a classic coconut scent, this broad-spectrum sunscreen will take you back to beach days and sunny picnics.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
4 June 2026
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The beloved bakery serves up homemade treats like butterscotch blondies and salted chocolate chip cookies, alongside sandwiches perfect for alfresco beach picnics.—
Zoey Goto,
Travel + Leisure,
2 June 2026
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Kerry Washington makes a chic appearance in a long wavy locks and a camel skirt co-ord at the screening and Q&A for Django Unchained in Los Angeles on May 29.—
People Staff,
PEOPLE,
3 June 2026
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Gomez donned her go-to rich chocolate locks while posing backstage in an Elizabethan-style dress and taking photos on a bridge with the London Eye and Big Ben in the background.—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
3 June 2026
Verb
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And Rowe Sanctuary, which celebrated 50 years of conservation in 2025, ensures that travelers will continue to witness it.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
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This plea ensures justice for Amira and the countless people who loved her.—
Katie Houlis,
CBS News,
6 June 2026
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The main residence carries an old-world hacienda rhythm, with open corridors, generous gathering spaces and a central kitchen and dining area made for breezes, long lunches and slow afternoons.—
Spencer Elliott,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
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Some suites have private gardens while others have ocean vistas; whimsical swings sway with the Atlantic breezes on many terraces.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 May 2026
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For those who aren’t quite ready to position their pectorals in this way, Mason assures his pieces can be worn buttoned up, too.—
Leah Dolan,
CNN Money,
15 May 2026
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That assures that their rural concerns will get no more attention in Congress than Black Louisianans will receive in a state dominated by conservative white voters.—
Steven Greenhut,
Oc Register,
15 May 2026
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His last snaps came with the Los Angeles Chargers in 2024.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
2 June 2026
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Sweeney also included other snaps from filming, including photos of herself posing with her co-stars including Elordi and Alexa Demie.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
1 June 2026
Verb
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So state law essentially guarantees that results in close races can’t be known for weeks.—
Susan Shelley,
Oc Register,
3 June 2026
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Players value guarantees so heavily that Patriots guard Mike Onwenu actually took a pay cut for the 2026 season to factor in guarantees.—
Doug Kyed,
Boston Herald,
3 June 2026
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“Cinches.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cinches. Accessed 9 Jun. 2026.
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