CINCHING Synonyms: 18 Similar and Opposite Words

cinching

verb

present participle of cinch

as in ensuring

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 cinching The open back and high-cinching waist add shape while still maintaining an airy look and feel. — Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 3 Aug. 2026 The midsection cinching and tie detail are cute additions to a classic summery style. — Cheryl Wagemann, InStyle, 31 July 2026 Her blonde hair, acrylic nails, high heels, rhinestones, waist-cinching silhouettes, and curves were not accidents of taste. — Debbie Millman, Time, 25 July 2026 The Albiceleste went in search of the equalizer and Messi’s movement ramped up, cinching in the stranglehold on Egypt’s upset bid. — Kyle Feldscher, CNN Money, 7 July 2026 These waist-cinching jeans are the ultimate summer wardrobe staple. — Madeline Merinuk, PEOPLE, 24 June 2026

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Ultimately, strong governance, focused on an organization's enduring purpose, is the true competitive advantage, ensuring companies thrive for generations.

— Rodger Dean Duncan, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2026
Another 81% said ensuring everyone has access to health insurance should be a priority for the next governor.

— Zachary Bynum, CBS News, 11 Aug. 2026

Definition of ensuring

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His dad handed him one of E&R Laundry’s fliers, assuring Hurewitz-Ravitch that a campus laundry service would save him time.

— Grey Battle, Washington Post, 11 Aug. 2026
The Athletics haven’t won a series at Sutter Health Park since June 14 and have gone 12-35 since, assuring their postseason drought will extend to six seasons.

— Chris Biderman, Sacbee.com, 11 Aug. 2026

Definition of assuring

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The government will become the company’s large shareholder at 15% while at the same time guaranteeing the purchase of all the rare earth magnets that MP’s new plant produces for 10 years.

— James K. Glassman, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026
One element could be Paramount setting up a governance structure guaranteeing the independence of news outlets like CBS News and CNN, perhaps through an independent board.

— Brent Lang, Variety, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of guaranteeing

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The race was called shortly after polls closed as Lamont led with nearly 67% of the votes and Elliott trailed, securing only 33%.

— Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 12 Aug. 2026
In the election that July, the Labour Party dominated, securing a third of the vote and 411 seats.

— Nick Tabor, Encyclopedia Britannica, 11 Aug. 2026

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