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as in breeze
something that is easy to do
the clear instructions made setting up the audiovisual system a cinch
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as in lock
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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Recent Examples of cinch
Carrie Honaker, Southern Living, 18 Oct. 2024
His lifetime batting average has dipped to .299, and milestones such as 500 home runs and 3,000 hits that once seemed a cinch are now long shots or downright impossible.
—Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 23 Sep. 2024
Neha Tandon, Travel + Leisure, 27 Oct. 2024
The pop icon and actress showed up in a chic gray jumpsuit cinched at the waist, complemented by nude heels.
—Jenzia Burgos, StyleCaster, 20 Oct. 2024
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Noun
Mature skin that is hydrated, even-toned, with a flawless natural finish is a cinch with this formula.
—Carrie Honaker, Southern Living, 18 Oct. 2024
His lifetime batting average has dipped to .299, and milestones such as 500 home runs and 3,000 hits that once seemed a cinch are now long shots or downright impossible.
—Steve Henson, Los Angeles Times, 23 Sep. 2024
Verb
Levi’s Ellie Denim Dress $70 $31 at Amazon A denim dress like this option from Levi’s is always going to be stylish, but the minimalist design and cinched waist make this cute number look extra tasteful.
—Neha Tandon, Travel + Leisure, 27 Oct. 2024
The pop icon and actress showed up in a chic gray jumpsuit cinched at the waist, complemented by nude heels.
—Jenzia Burgos, StyleCaster, 20 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cinch
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Balcony doors are flung open to the salty Mediterranean breeze.Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 8 Nov. 2024
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Though assembly isn’t exactly a breeze, the tree looks great in a room full of houseplants, and the individual branches can be popped in or out depending on your or your cats’ preferences—there are enough to cover the whole tree, or just partially, as my cats Circe and Scylla prefer.Medea Giordano, WIRED, 5 Nov. 2024
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While nothing is guaranteed in sports, Mahomes throwing for a single yard on Monday Night Football is close to a lock.David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
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The collection bag, which needed to be emptied every 20 minutes or so, is held on with straps and two small locks, and was a cinch to get on and off.Kat de Naoum, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Oct. 2024
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The filing also highlights Upstart's efforts to manage risks associated with its loan portfolio, including credit risk and interest rate fluctuations, to ensure the stability and growth of its marketplace.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 8 Nov. 2024
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But of course, Carr wasn’t interested in fulfilling his role as a watchdog ensuring fairness on the public airwaves.Josef Adalian, Vulture, 7 Nov. 2024
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Plus, no two flights are the same, with sightings, routes, and picnic spots constantly changing.Shaun Stanley, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2024
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Pack a picnic and some drinks and spend three or four hours touring the city from the deck, looking for bands floating down the river and playing on rafts.Linnea Covington, Forbes, 25 Oct. 2024
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Yet, Bouchard’s popularity was such that he was almost assured to be elected to his seventh four-year term with about 60% of votes tallied, while Kohli polled about 40%, with 75% of precincts reporting.Bill Laytner, Detroit Free Press, 6 Nov. 2024
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Curley mentioned that prior to the election, they were assured the process would run smoothly.Arlyssa D. Becenti, The Arizona Republic, 6 Nov. 2024
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Neither candidate is an incumbent, guaranteeing someone new will be joining the school board.Alexcia Negrete, Orange County Register, 9 Nov. 2024
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The primary result underscored Trump’s influence in the district and almost guaranteed Wied's victory on Tuesday.Lawrence Andrea, Journal Sentinel, 5 Nov. 2024
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“Cinch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cinch. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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