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verb

ˈklinch How to pronounce clinch (audio)
Definition of clinchnext
as in to decide
to make final, definite, or beyond dispute the rain clinched the matter: we would have the party indoors

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clinch

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noun

as in hug

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Recent Examples of clinch
Verb
Affleck and Ding clinched the win on a challenging Thanksgiving trivia question. — Mason Leib, ABC News, 30 July 2026 New York is 6-4 against the Braves and can clinch the season series for the first time since 2017 with one win in Atlanta during a three-game series next month. — CBS News, 30 July 2026
Noun
Heat clinches winning record In moving to 42-39, Miami won for only the fourth time in its past 14 games and assured itself of a winning record for the 19th time in 26 seasons this century. — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 11 Apr. 2026 By virtue of their relative scarcity—there have been eight empty-the-tank outings since the century began—every Game 7 is an unqualified treat, but the Dodgers’ clinch was one for the ages. — Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 3 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for clinch
Recent Examples of Synonyms for clinch
  1. decide
  2. hug
  3. settle
  4. embrace
  5. determine
  6. foothold
  7. grab
  8. footing
Verb
  • Instead of dwelling on the crime, the owners decided to respond with humor, posting the video on Instagram with a mock 0-star review for the burglary crew.
    — Charlie De Mar, CBS News, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Florida’s August primary election is here, offering voters the opportunity to cast ballots in contests that will set up November clashes for governor, Congress and the state Legislature, and decide local races and referenda in counties and cities.
    — Miami Herald Staff, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
Definition of decide
Noun
  • De Minaur zipped to a 5-0 lead, downshifted, then won 6-2, 6-3 and delivered a big sweaty hug at the net.
    — Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Maura Higgins and Serena Page, both supernovas in the Love Island cinematic universe and beyond, reunited with a big hug.
    — Avery Stone, Time, 31 July 2026
Definition of hug
Verb
  • The sluggish start mirrored Wednesday’s defeat, leaving Bay FC once again chasing the game before many fans had settled into their seats.
    — Harold Gutmann, Mercury News, 2 Aug. 2026
  • Named for nebbia, the Italian word for the heavy layer of fog that settles over the vineyards around harvest time in early autumn, Nebbiolo has been cultivated in Piedmont for more than 750 years.
    — Mike DeSimone, Robb Report, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of settle
Noun
  • The surging popularity of democratic socialism on the left wing of American politics reflects the same dynamic—an embrace of socialism in theory that is, in practice, a complaint about malfunctioning consumer capitalism.
    — Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 5 Aug. 2026
  • This is where the irrationality of antisemitic conspiracy gains no purchase among a reasoning and pragmatic populace; where government is led by people who grasp, and embrace, the seriousness of their responsibilities.
    — Rory Lancman, New York Daily News, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of embrace
Verb
  • While there is an electric fence, a few times a year determined goats make their way out.
    — Ricky Sayer, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Whether health workers like Kayimpa receive that support could determine how many remain on the front line, fighting to keep patients alive and contain the virus.
    — Nimi Princewill, CNN Money, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of determine
Noun
  • The hacker could then use that foothold to reach the controller.
    — William Akoto, Fortune, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Interest in OpenAI’s rivals grew only after ChatGPT had already established a foothold in congressional offices, Harris said.
    — Luke Fountain,Emily Wilkins, CNBC, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of foothold
Noun
  • The front zippered pocket is convenient for storing quick-grab items like your phone, passport, and keys, while the bag’s interior is spacious enough to fit all your daily essentials.
    — Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Allen emerged as the star of the previous two days at camp, with offensive highlights that included a one-handed grab from quarterback Patrick Mahomes that went viral across social media.
    — Jesse Newell, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of grab
Noun
  • Behind the scenes, however, Romo worked with CBS football producer Jim Rikhoff to find his footing in the studio.
    — Brian Steinberg, Variety, 31 July 2026
  • The publication said the cuts were necessary to get on a more secure financial footing.
    — Ted Johnson, Deadline, 31 July 2026
Definition of footing

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