pin (down)

verb

Definition of pin (down)next
as in to select

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pin (down)
  1. select
  2. choose
  3. adopt
  4. specify
  5. prefer
  6. determine
  7. establish
  8. assign
Verb
  • Before selecting the least uncomfortable version, ask which limits are fixed and which details can change.
    — Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Plus, people hosting small gatherings and those who don’t want to tackle a whole turkey can select smaller turkey breasts, or even fully prepared birds that just need to be warmed up.
    — Anne Ewbank, Sacbee.com, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of select
Verb
  • Hormones aren’t the only treatments Some patients choose not to take full-body hormonal medications or are advised by their doctors to avoid them because of their medical histories or conditions.
    — Laura Ungar, Los Angeles Times, 3 Nov. 2026
  • With so many electrolyte products out there, choosing the right one is a challenge in and of itself — and the answer really depends on your needs, Efird says.
    — Maggie Ryan, Flow Space, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of choose
Verb
  • Third, adopt sustainable habits by supporting local and slow-made brands.
    — Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 6 Nov. 2026
  • Sam still mourns the end of his relationship with the very lovely Michael, who has gone on to embrace a very normal life, adopting a little girl.
    — Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of adopt
Verb
  • The Wisconsin Department of Health Services did not specify where the death happened or provide any additional details to protect the privacy of the family.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 6 Nov. 2026
  • The announcement did not specify Northstar’s first flight date or identify a launch vehicle for the engine.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of specify
Verb
  • Made from 270-thread-count long-staple cotton, the sheets have a crisp, breathable feel that's especially attractive to hot sleepers who prefer something lighter than silky sateen.
    — Jacorey Moon, Architectural Digest, 7 Nov. 2026
  • In the city, people prefer to wear a long wool coat, worn open over a sweater with a scarf.
    — Valeriya Chupinina, Travel + Leisure, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of prefer
Verb
  • Herzog began consultations with party leaders on Wednesday night to determine whom to designate to form a government -- a process that could bring Netanyahu's opponents to power.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 5 Nov. 2026
  • The partners will also test the magnet’s resilience to help determine its reliability and support high plant availability.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of determine
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
Verb
  • However, coordinating multiple agents remains difficult because humans must still assign tasks, monitor progress and resolve conflicts between their outputs.
    — Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 1 Nov. 2026
  • Hochul signed an executive order in October assigning New York Attorney General Letitia James as special prosecutor to investigate the case.
    — Kelsie Cairns, FOXNews.com, 1 Nov. 2026
Definition of assign
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“Pin (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/pin%20%28down%29. Accessed 9 Nov. 2026.

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