Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for nail (down)
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Princess Diana’s death proved all of Carolyn’s fears.—
Jessica Radloff,
Glamour,
20 Mar. 2026 -
Democrats contend that the legislation will disenfranchise many of their voters because of its strict requirements for proving one’s identity and citizenship.—
W. James Antle III,
The Washington Examiner,
20 Mar. 2026
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The National Weather Service forecast for a point near Loveland Pass — at an elevation of 11,020 feet — shows overnight lows are not expected to drop below freezing until Sunday night.—
Elise Schmelzer,
Denver Post,
19 Mar. 2026
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Security footage widely shared online shows a man wearing a black beanie, sunglasses, a green tank top and brown shorts approaching Moo Deng and her mother, Jona, while holding a tablet, apparently recording or taking photos.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
19 Mar. 2026
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Many key figures were associated with a movement known as the New Apostolic Reformation, which aims to establish Christian dominion over American society and government.—
Rachel Monroe,
New Yorker,
15 Mar. 2026
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Neither team could establish an early advantage in the game featured three lead changes and three ties during the opening seven minutes.—
Edgar Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
14 Mar. 2026
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The researchers suggest that more high-resolution observations will be needed to determine whether this phenomenon is common.—
Rupendra Brahambhatt,
Interesting Engineering,
15 Mar. 2026
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Farr’s next of kin was notified, and the cause and manner of her death will be determined by a forensic pathologist following an autopsy and toxicology testing.—
Nollyanne Delacruz,
Mercury News,
15 Mar. 2026
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But the fact that employees still showed up, including without pay during last year’s federal government shutdown, demonstrates their commitment to keeping the beloved parks flourishing.—
Jack Dolan,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Mar. 2026
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The events in Morón cap a week in which Cubans around the country and especially in Havana have been staging cacerolazos, as the banging of pots is known all across Latin America, demonstrating against the government and their living conditions.—
Nora Gámez Torres,
Miami Herald,
14 Mar. 2026
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They are directly regulated, examined and insured.—
Barbara White,
Kansas City Star,
12 Mar. 2026
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There are strict rules that govern where the metal must be held, how it's insured and how investors can verify that their holdings are properly secured.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
12 Mar. 2026
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In practice, that means the Commission is wary of big mergers, unless they are paired with social taxes — protecting jobs, expanding network coverage in poorer areas and ensuring the Black majority benefits.—
Tiisetso Motsoeneng,
semafor.com,
20 Mar. 2026
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Its dual custom passive radiators provide a best-in-class bass punch, while its 14-hour battery life ensures your soundtrack outlasts the sunset.—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
19 Mar. 2026
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Arsenal’s 2-0 home win against Everton, secured in stoppage time by 16-year-old substitute Dowman, was one of two correct scoreline predictions for me last week, taking me back to within eight points of the top of the table after my recent slump.—
Oliver Kay,
New York Times,
21 Mar. 2026
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Reserve accommodations well in advance of your travel dates to secure your preferred location and price point.—
Taylor Haught,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 Mar. 2026
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“Nail (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nail%20%28down%29. Accessed 22 Mar. 2026.
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