nail (down)

verb

Definition of nail (down)next
as in to prove

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nail (down)
  1. prove
  2. show
  3. establish
  4. determine
  5. demonstrate
  6. insure
  7. ensure
  8. secure
Verb
  • Van Dijk is a central pillar of the side at Anfield and is holding up yet another team that could prove itself as the best this season.
    Graham Ruthven, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024
  • Its must-have status in consumer garages nationwide, just proves the 5-series is great and is here to stay.
    Marc D Grasso, Hartford Courant, 30 Nov. 2024
Definition of prove
Verb
  • The claim: Pam Bondi posted on X promising to investigate Nancy Pelosi A Nov. 25 Facebook post (direct link, archive link) shows an X post about California Rep. Nancy Pelosi purportedly shared by Pam Bondi, President-elect Donald Trump's pick for U.S. attorney general.
    Andre Byik, USA TODAY, 28 Nov. 2024
  • The Morning Show star has hosted the annual celebration for years, and a 2019 post on X (formerly Twitter) showed the Practical Magic actress joining in on the fun.
    Dan Perry, Newsweek, 27 Nov. 2024
Definition of show
Verb
  • Initially called the Lincoln Heights Infirmary, this established Ohio’s first health care center.
    Leyla Shokoohe, The Enquirer, 1 Dec. 2024
  • Quarterback Joe Fagnano threw for 181 yards and three touchdowns, heating up after a sluggish start, and his backfield mates established a steady running game.
    Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 1 Dec. 2024
Definition of establish
Verb
  • As a result, it was determined that staff required continuous training, support, and resources to implement secure software configurations and detect malicious activity.
    Davey Winder, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
  • How and when there’s a cessation to the conflicts Israel faces will be pivotal in determining whether current migration trends represent a temporary spike—or a lasting shift in the country’s future.
    Samuel Burke, Fortune Europe, 27 Nov. 2024
Definition of determine
Verb
  • But Aritzia’s Cyber Monday Sale is here to demonstrate the solution to all my denim woes.
    Brittany Romano, Glamour, 2 Dec. 2024
  • Despite not having the silicone tips that fully block out noise, the pair of earbuds still demonstrates active noise cancellation.
    Casey Clark, People.com, 2 Dec. 2024
Definition of demonstrate
Verb
  • Ogburn insured that anyone who walked in, irrespective of her ability to pay, could see a resident.
    Stephania Taladrid, The New Yorker, 25 Nov. 2024
  • These Medicare 2025 Changes Could Save You Money What a New CMS Administrator Could Do About one in five Americans are insured through Medicaid, the safety-net insurance program that covers many low-income people and those with disabilities.
    Claire Bugos, Verywell Health, 21 Nov. 2024
Definition of insure
Verb
  • The thinking is, if even a few missiles survive a nuclear first strike, there will be enough firepower left in the opponent’s arsenal to wipe out several major cities of the aggressor, therefore ensuring neither side is unable to escape the consequences of nuclear actions.
    Brad Lendon, CNN, 22 Nov. 2024
  • This approach aligns their interests with those of their clients, ensuring they are fully committed to their success.
    Chris Gallagher, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
Definition of ensure
Verb
  • The first lesson is the crucial importance of backing diplomacy with decisive military power and accurate intelligence in order to secure an achievable political objective.
    Stuart E. Eizenstat, The Atlantic, 2 Dec. 2024
  • With their Week 13 win, the Bucs are in position to secure a fourth-straight NFC South title after tying the Atlanta Falcons (6-6) for the division lead.
    Joseph Person, The Athletic, 2 Dec. 2024
Definition of secure
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nail (down)

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“Nail (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nail%20%28down%29. Accessed 6 Dec. 2024.

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