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clinch
to settle or secure something decisively
Synonyms
- secure
- seal
- finalize
Antonyms
- lose
- forfeit
clinch in a sentence
A last-second goal helped the team clinch the championship title.
With two minutes left on the clock, a single free throw was enough to clinch the victory for the visiting team.
Where it comes from
From Middle English clenchen 'to fasten firmly'
Memory hook
CLINCH — like a clenched fist, you grip the win tight.
Read it in context
- The Thursday Exchange Social Science