Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for pin (down)
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Wells began his college career at Division II Sonoma State and spent one season at Washington State before the Memphis Grizzlies selected him with the 39th overall pick in the second round of the 2024 NBA draft.—
Jason Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
21 Apr. 2025 -
All products featured on Architectural Digest are independently selected by our editors.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
20 Apr. 2025
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The wide availability of options allows men to choose the approach best suited to their individual needs.—
Rhiannon Frater,
USA Today,
30 Apr. 2025
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The District of Columbia Judicial Nomination Commission first recommends candidates for new judicial vacancies to the president, who can choose to nominate them as judges.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
29 Apr. 2025
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Billy Ray adopted Brandi and Trace, who are Tish's children from a previous relationship.—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
21 Apr. 2025
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After her split from Ritchie, Madonna adopted three kids on her own — her 19-year-old daughter Mercy and her 12-year-old twins.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
People.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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In her account posted on Wednesday, April 9, the woman — who does not specify her own age — explained that a 17-year-old family member gave birth to her first baby the previous day.—
Toria Sheffield,
People.com,
20 Apr. 2025
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Additionally, the home includes type not specified.—
Bay Area Home Report,
Mercury News,
18 Apr. 2025
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The Four Seasons New York Downtown property is also likely to lure in gala guests who prefer a stay in the heart of Tribeca.—
Christina Liao,
Vogue,
19 Apr. 2025
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There really is something for every kid here—even ones who prefer quiet with a calm corner.—
Anna Halkidis,
Parents,
19 Apr. 2025
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Transparent pricing: Rates are determined based on calculations that consider real factors—from driving experience and vehicle type to business location.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2025
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Contracts for draft picks are determined by a rookie salary slot system that was installed in 2011 following a collective bargaining agreement that reversed a system where top rookies signed richer deals than some of the biggest stars in the league.—
Kurt Badenhausen,
Sportico.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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Reuters was not immediately able to establish his identity.—
USA Today,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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However, President Donald Trump’s attempts to establish his own gold card program are likely to prove fruitless.—
David Bier,
Time,
30 Apr. 2025
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Hemphill's lawyer, a public defender assigned to represent him at least through his arraignment, had urged Scherzer to move him to a rehabilitation facility to deal with substance abuse issues.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
25 Apr. 2025
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Similar to any reward system used to manage behavior, Dr. Egger says parents can cause children to unintentionally assigning a high emotional value to screen time, which leads to dependence.—
Hannah Nwoko,
Parents,
25 Apr. 2025
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“Pin (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pin%20%28down%29. Accessed 3 May. 2025.
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