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 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 Its waist-cinching, high-rise structure shapes and smooths, while its stretchy, yet compression-like fabric adds extra comfort. — Alyssa Morin, InStyle, 1 July 2026 The waist-cinching ruching is equal parts eye-catching and flattering, designed to gently hug your figure without feeling super tight. — Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 26 June 2026 These waist-cinching jeans are the ultimate summer wardrobe staple. — Madeline Merinuk, PEOPLE, 24 June 2026 There were no belts cinching the waist, and no need for structured or restrictive undergarments. — Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 12 May 2026

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Comăneci, after speaking with COSR, confirmed the required payment, ensuring the legal fight proceeds.

— Caroline Price, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
Be especially generous with the parsley, mint and other fresh herbs; the couscous readily absorbs their flavors, ensuring that every forkful is fragrant, lively and refreshing.

— Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 21 July 2026

Definition of ensuring

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Carson has brought him here to welcome a range of conversations and guests that the show’s usual host, that paragon of midwestern affability and assuring wit, couldn’t welcome himself.

— Joshua Jelly-Schapiro, Vanity Fair, 21 July 2026
The explosion occurred despite SpaceX assuring that what mission teams learned from the seventh flight prompted them to make several modifications to the vehicle.

— Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 14 July 2026

Definition of assuring

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Fudd, Carleton, Hiedeman and Salaün are first-time participants, guaranteeing there will be a first-time champion in 2026.

— Sabreena Merchant, New York Times, 21 July 2026
When the Legislature voted last year to extend the climate program, the provision guaranteeing backup funding wasn’t included.

— Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 16 July 2026

Definition of guaranteeing

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The Kansas City Royals won their home series finale against the San Francisco Giants 5-4, securing a clean sweep.

— PJ Green, Kansas City Star, 22 July 2026
The ratchet strap — typically used for securing truck cargo — was wrapped around a leaning tree trunk at least twice the girl’s height.

— Caitlin McGlade, Charlotte Observer, 22 July 2026

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