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
  • His public events have focused on his pet projects in Washington, which have proven unpopular with voters.
    — STEVEN SLOAN, Arkansas Online, 8 Nov. 2026
  • The evidence in this case has proven that Colorado’s anti-discrimination laws and policies are not a backdoor attempt to compel or control religion.
    — Megan Schrader, Denver Post, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of prove
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  • Miami Beach code compliance officers also checked on the polling station at least six times for possible loud music and signage code adherence pertaining to Basabe, although no violations were issued, records show.
    — Sofia Saric, Miami Herald, 3 Nov. 2026
  • MaxPreps records show Beyer finished 0-10 in 2018, 2021 and 2022.
    — Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of show
Verb
  • This could help establish a circular supply chain in which discarded electronic components become feedstock for new industrial applications.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 3 Nov. 2026
  • At the news conference, Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said investigators at his office gathered video evidence, interviewed witnesses and worked closely with prosecutors to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.
    — Emma Tucker, CNN Money, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of establish
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  • The model also improved its ability to determine the direction of a variant’s effect on gene activity.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 12 Nov. 2026
  • Public voting accounts for 10% of the final decision, with a selection panel determining the winner.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 11 Nov. 2026
Definition of determine
Verb
  • This final aspect represents democracy's functional correction mechanism, which the midterm results demonstrated in ample measure.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 12 Nov. 2026
  • Nighthawk pushes performance IBM’s current Nighthawk r2 processor has demonstrated significant improvements in quantum execution speed.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 12 Nov. 2026
Definition of demonstrate
Verb
  • Deposits are insured up to about $35,000, which the central bank says covers 97% of Ueno's customers.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 7 Nov. 2026
  • Deposits are insured up to about $35,000, which the central bank says covers 97% of Ueno’s customers.
    — Isabel Debre, Los Angeles Times, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of insure
Verb
  • Pilots can reduce the risk by checking GPS reception and compass warnings before takeoff, selecting an appropriate RTH altitude and ensuring the home point has been recorded correctly.
    — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 8 Nov. 2026
  • Covering outdoor spigots and ensuring doors and windows are sealed tight are just a few of the items to check off the list.
    — Rae Ford, Martha Stewart, 8 Nov. 2026
Definition of ensure
Verb
  • The grant will support efforts to help survivors secure and maintain safe housing.
    — Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 11 Nov. 2026
  • Neither was able to rally the support necessary to secure the position, which eventually went to Mike Johnson, who is stepping aside from the leadership in the new Congress.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 11 Nov. 2026
Definition of secure
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“Nail (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nail%20%28down%29. Accessed 14 Nov. 2026.

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