NAILS (DOWN) Synonyms: 28 Similar and Opposite Words

nails (down)

verb

present tense third-person singular of nail (down)

as in proves

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Araki and his cast clearly are having fun, and that feeling proves contagious.

— The Week US, TheWeek, 3 Aug. 2026
When the siblings finally arrive, the bitter, suffocating reality that awaits them proves far harsher than Lucila had imagined.

— Leo Barraclough, Variety, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of proves

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And then there’s the Intergovernmental Cooperation Act, which basically nails the federal government for not consulting with the county or state on the project.

— Nick Bhasin, Mercury News, 28 July 2026
Most anti-theft bags lean practical first and stylish second, but this Vantamo crescent bag nails both equally.

— Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 25 July 2026

Definition of nails

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There’s another comparison between Homer and the Bible that demonstrates parallels between Jesus and Odysseus while asserting Jesus’ superiority,MacDonald says.

— John Blake, CNN Money, 2 Aug. 2026
Through her writing, Bowser demonstrates her commitment to illuminating the untold, challenging perspectives and igniting conversations that resonate beyond the headlines.

— Martie Bowser, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of demonstrates

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American Fortress has filed a patent for post-quantum transaction signing, but a filing establishes priority, not proof; its technical paper has not been published, and the design has not been publicly audited.

— Boaz Sobrado, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
One agreement is with the justice ministry and establishes procedures for the handing over of individuals arrested by the force to Haitian authorities.

— Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 30 July 2026

Definition of establishes

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However, understanding these factors beforehand ensures a smoother, more fruitful growing journey.

— SJ McShane, Martha Stewart, 2 Aug. 2026
This revolution in budget-friendly hardware ensures that when a modern, tech-heavy vehicle makes its way to its second, third or fourth owner a decade from now, it can still be diagnosed and kept alive on a driveway budget.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 2 Aug. 2026

Definition of ensures

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The delusion is painful to watch, but the greater tragedy is that his proximity to this staggering wealth insures his and Lindsay’s misery.

— Inkoo Kang, New Yorker, 22 July 2026
The company insures about 25% of Californians, including some employees of the Los Angeles Times.

— Melody Petersen, Los Angeles Times, 20 July 2026

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