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cinch

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verb

as in to ensure
to make sure, certain, or safe the team's latest victory cinches a trip to the play-offs

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Recent Examples of cinch
Noun
The salmon is reimagined as bold, tasty burger patties, which are a cinch to make. The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 July 2025 This includes clear backpacks, clear fanny packs and clear cinch bags. Caché McClay, USA Today, 22 July 2025
Verb
Kardashian, 44, wore a head-turning lilac-gray gown designed with a high neckline, floor-grazing cape sleeves and a body-hugging silhouette that cinched her waist. Michelle Lee, People.com, 28 Aug. 2025 Amal stunned in a chic light-yellow dress, with a halter top and gold belt cinched at the waist. Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 28 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for cinch
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cinch
Noun
  • The neutral tones make seasonal decorating a breeze with just the addition or swap of a few items.
    Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Sep. 2025
  • In a brief video snippet accompanying the post, Cyrus is seen in close-up staring directly into the camera while wearing what looks like surgical gauze around her chin and head as more white material is blown by a breeze around her face.
    Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 16 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • The extra-large, rectangular shape offers enough space for long lengths and fluffy curls, while the strong, extra-long teeth form a lock that secures every last strand.
    Sophia Panych, Allure, 16 Sep. 2025
  • In his ’70s heyday, few actors possessed Redford’s star wattage, aided considerably by his tousled blond locks, granite jaw and million-dollar smile.
    Steve Chagollan, Variety, 16 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • More importantly, Nvidia continues to focus on the entire data center as a single system to ensure that all potential performance bottlenecks are addressed, resulting in the highest possible performance efficiency and ROI.
    Jim McGregor, Forbes.com, 19 Sep. 2025
  • Hundreds of staff worked through the halls and grounds of the nearly 1,000-year-old Windsor Castle to ensure the monarch welcomed the couple in true royal fashion.
    Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 18 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • Pack up this easy-to-assemble beechwood chair in a linen bag for your next picnic.
    Elissa Suh, Architectural Digest, 17 Sep. 2025
  • Some like to get to the airport very early, with time for a full picnic, while others are dashing in at the last minute while downing a protein bar.
    Jessie Beck, AFAR Media, 16 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • At this stage, there are no names assured of one of the top recruitment jobs, but delegating responsibilities from vacated positions to existing staff could help streamline what is a large headcount, which some feel already overlaps in places.
    Jordan Campbell, New York Times, 13 Sep. 2025
  • If your current TikTok feed is full of Gen-Z and millennial users debating short nails verses long-almond nail shape nails, rest assured that burgundy nails work with either camp.
    Jamie Wilson, Glamour, 12 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • The business group also emphasized that the licenses still do not guarantee steady access to the rare earths, increasing uncertainty for businesses.
    Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 17 Sep. 2025
  • For instance, New York State’s order allows pharmacists to administer COVID vaccines at no cost; New Jersey’s cannot guarantee coverage by all insurance plans.
    Jaimie Seaton, Scientific American, 17 Sep. 2025

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“Cinch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cinch. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.

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