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as in picnics
something that is easy to do
the clear instructions made setting up the audiovisual system a cinch
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as in locks
one that is certain to succeed
after that hole in one, she's a cinch to make the cut for the next round of the tournament
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as in ensures
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 cinches
Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 14 Sep. 2025
India Roby, InStyle, 16 Feb. 2026
The three compressions are Spanxsmooth Swim, which is light compression for barely there smoothing; Spanxshape Swim, medium compression for a little more tummy control and shaping, and Spanxsculpt Swim, strong compression that cinches and snatches.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 11 Feb. 2026
Instead of individual detachable sleeves held onto the vest with zippers or buttons, the Rippy Modular Windbreaker’s sleeves are combined into one piece that cinches in the front with a bungee cord.
—Will Porter, Outside, 4 Jan. 2026
Unlike typical wide-leg jeans, this style flares out at the knee and subtly cinches back toward the ankle.
—Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 4 Dec. 2025
The deep hood is protective and cinches tight against the wind, and the tall draft collar eliminates the need for a scarf.
—Maggie Slepian, Travel + Leisure, 26 Nov. 2025
The waistband has an adjustable tie that cinches in to accentuate your shape.
—Nicol Natale, People.com, 5 Aug. 2025
Noun
The tie waist cinches in for a flattering fit, while the thicker knit will keep you comfortable as the weather cools down.
—Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 14 Sep. 2025
Verb
What makes barrel jeans popular is their wide, tapered fit that curves out around the mid-leg and then cinches in at the ankle.
—India Roby, InStyle, 16 Feb. 2026
The three compressions are Spanxsmooth Swim, which is light compression for barely there smoothing; Spanxshape Swim, medium compression for a little more tummy control and shaping, and Spanxsculpt Swim, strong compression that cinches and snatches.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 11 Feb. 2026
Instead of individual detachable sleeves held onto the vest with zippers or buttons, the Rippy Modular Windbreaker’s sleeves are combined into one piece that cinches in the front with a bungee cord.
—Will Porter, Outside, 4 Jan. 2026
Unlike typical wide-leg jeans, this style flares out at the knee and subtly cinches back toward the ankle.
—Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 4 Dec. 2025
The deep hood is protective and cinches tight against the wind, and the tall draft collar eliminates the need for a scarf.
—Maggie Slepian, Travel + Leisure, 26 Nov. 2025
The waistband has an adjustable tie that cinches in to accentuate your shape.
—Nicol Natale, People.com, 5 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cinches
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Iran decried the strike on the bridge, which also injured 95 people celebrating Nature Day, when Iranians gather for picnics and other celebrations outdoors on the last day of Nowruz, the Persian new year.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
3 Apr. 2026
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On summer days, residents of Hershey and nearby towns would flock to the park to enjoy a day of picnics, carnival rides, band concerts, swimming and dancing.—
John Haddad,
The Conversation,
3 Apr. 2026
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Of the seven - Alex Freeman, Mark McKenzie, Tim Ream, Chris Richards, Robinson, Trusty and Tim Weah - only Robinson and Richards seem like locks for serious minutes at defender in the World Cup.—
Becky Sullivan,
NPR,
1 Apr. 2026
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His wife, Kendra, was arrested for child endangerment and false imprisonment after investigators discovered exterior door locks in their Arkansas home during a separate inquiry.—
Assistant Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
1 Apr. 2026
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Its impressive 12-hour battery life also ensures the party continues through the night.—
George Yang,
PC Magazine,
3 Apr. 2026
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While slightly spicy, the creaminess ensures this easy recipe will still be enjoyed by everyone.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
3 Apr. 2026
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Features like sets of French doors welcome sunlight and coastal breezes.—
Betsy Cribb Watson,
Southern Living,
31 Mar. 2026
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Sunny skies and mild breezes are enveloping the Pharmalot campus once again.—
Ed Silverman,
STAT,
26 Mar. 2026
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As Community fans patiently await a Troy and Abed reunion to heal their hearts, Donald Glover assures six seasons and a movie are still the plan.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
1 Apr. 2026
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Brandon also assures her that there are two human head writers working alongside the AI, so no guild rules are being broken.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
30 Mar. 2026
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The Chargers drafted rookies Tre Harris and KeAndre Lambert-Smith last year and still have young wideouts Ladd McConkey and Quentin Johnston in the fold, so bringing back Allen could just take away snaps from players the Chargers hope are the future of the position with the team.—
Logan Brown,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Mar. 2026
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Redshirt junior Kamal Bonner, who transferred to Miami from NC State last season, played just 30 defensive snaps last season because of an early season injury that knocked him down the depth chart.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
30 Mar. 2026
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Colorado legislators have put our state’s anti-discrimination law on a collision course with Title IX, the federal law that guarantees women and girls an equal opportunity to compete in sports, and female student athletes are paying the consequences.—
Lisa Frizell,
Denver Post,
6 Apr. 2026
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Christian faith guarantees nothing.—
Letters to the Editor,
The Orlando Sentinel,
5 Apr. 2026
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“Cinches.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cinches. Accessed 7 Apr. 2026.
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