nailing (down)

present participle of nail (down)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for nailing (down)
Verb
  • Netanyahu said that Israel is allowing the Lebanese army to begin preparing to take control of territory, while the Israeli military is establishing two pilot zones.
    Ben Finley, Chicago Tribune, 27 June 2026
  • The Gateway space station planned for lunar orbit was also canceled in favor of a stronger focus on establishing a base on the moon's surface.
    Josh Dinner, Space.com, 26 June 2026
Verb
  • Still, visitors to Bryce have posted videos on social media showing the giant plume in the distance.
    CBS News, CBS News, 27 June 2026
  • Fox News Digital previously reported on 911 call audio and police reports obtained through a public records request showing the suspect was released to his father after the alleged hit-and-run.
    Michael Sinkewicz, FOXNews.com, 27 June 2026
Verb
  • As the community continues to grow, Crabby Baddies is proving that the strongest catch of the day may be the connections made along the pier.
    Loureen Ayyoub, CBS News, 22 June 2026
  • Even celebrities like Nicole Kidman have been spotted embracing this luxe trend, proving its status as a sleek alternative to chunky athletic shoes that feel heavy and overly bulky on the move.
    Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 21 June 2026
Verb
  • Work-permit levels for TPS were set in 1990 and the complex method for determining whether someone qualifies for asylum was codified in 1996.
    Bart Jansen, USA Today, 1 July 2026
  • Investigators are still determining what led up to the altercation, how the victim was murdered, and the suspect's motive.
    Paula Wethington, CBS News, 30 June 2026
Verb
  • To prevail in a habeas petition, Maxwell would need to show that serious constitutional violations occurred during her trial or sentencing, or that significant new evidence has emerged demonstrating her innocence.
    James Hill, ABC News, 24 June 2026
  • The couple spent their weekend at the Royal Castle of Ciergnon, demonstrating the close relationship between the Japanese and Belgian royal families.
    Marta Martínez Tato, Vanity Fair, 24 June 2026
Verb
  • Their major demands for the next contract include salary raises, reducing dependence on temporary workers and ensuring job security.
    Tarini Mehta, Sacbee.com, 1 July 2026
  • The attorneys say Kil had spent years advocating for students and ensuring the university was inclusive.
    Ruben Vives, Los Angeles Times, 30 June 2026
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“Nailing (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nailing%20%28down%29. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.

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