nails (down)

Definition of nails (down)next
present tense third-person singular of nail (down)
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Verb
  • That opacity serves a clear purpose, but Martelli is enamored by it to a fault, and Inés’ refusal to question the people around her or make any significant decisions beyond keeping her mouth shut eventually proves more trying than helpful.
    David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 14 May 2026
  • Our rendition of the French bistro favorite proves that this dish doesn't have to be tricky.
    Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 14 May 2026
Verb
  • According to the Wall Street Journal, new data shows the growth of xAI’s two-year old chatbot, Grok, has stagnated.
    Joe Wilkins, Futurism, 14 May 2026
  • Resident video shows aftermath Initial video released Sunday by a nearby resident showed officers running along the light‑rail tracks toward a person, and one officer kicking away what appears to be a gun from the individual on the ground.
    Doug Myers, CBS News, 14 May 2026
Verb
  • With delicate buttons down the front and a chic square-neck, this top nails the bohemian vibe, and is only made trendier with the addition of lace trim.
    Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 11 May 2026
  • After the rogue’s gallery is introduced early on, nearly everyone except for Tim, Elliot, and Rebecca fades into the background, although delightfully, Emma Thompson nails her brief comedic role as a brusque solicitor handling George’s last will and testament.
    Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 8 May 2026
Verb
  • The general election determines officeholders for statewide positions, including for Georgia governor and lieutenant governor, both of which have no incumbents running.
    Dan Raby, CBS News, 14 May 2026
  • If Hoskins determines that the referendum does not qualify for the ballot, that decision is also poised to spark another round of legal battles to decide the fate of the campaign.
    Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 14 May 2026
Verb
  • Colleen Camp, on the other hand, demonstrates a flair for light comedy as an alluring French maid, though the role too often requires her to play second fiddle to her own enhanced bosom.
    Kirk Ellis, HollywoodReporter, 12 May 2026
  • The candidate demonstrates willingness to address younger voters’ concerns openly, responding directly to questions about his billionaire status and financial practices.
    Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2026
Verb
  • In addition to the weekly shows and game coverage, the partnership also establishes a joint year-round collaboration focused on community initiatives that serve Southern California.
    CBS LA Staff, CBS News, 14 May 2026
  • This establishes a safe zone called the Learned Homing Area.
    Jacek Krywko, Scientific American, 13 May 2026
Verb
  • Take care not to overmix; keeping some larger pieces of tuna in the mix ensures a more satisfying texture, rather than something closer to tuna salad (delicious, just not the goal here).
    Nina Moskowitz, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 May 2026
  • The stretchy fabric ensures your toes aren’t crammed, which can lead to foot issues down the line.
    Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 10 May 2026
Verb
  • An unusual and lengthy dispute, professor says Underwood is one of tens of thousands of patients left navigating the fallout between the Broward hospitals and Florida Blue, which insures about a third of the state’s population and has a strong presence in South Florida.
    Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 20 Feb. 2026
  • Kaiser is a nonprofit organization that both insures people and treats them.
    Ariel Hart, AJC.com, 27 Jan. 2026
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“Nails (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nails%20%28down%29. Accessed 15 May. 2026.

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