1
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
Ashley Davis, WWD, 2 Dec. 2024
The cloths come three-to-a-pack and are a cinch to wash.
—Jenny Berg, Allure, 23 Dec. 2024
Julia Teti, WWD, 3 Feb. 2025
The look was complete with a hood and cinched at the waist, blooming with a floral appliqué.
—Rhonda Richford, WWD, 28 Jan. 2025
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Noun
There’s even a make-up mirror with dimmable LED light on the front to make getting ready a cinch.
—Ashley Davis, WWD, 2 Dec. 2024
The cloths come three-to-a-pack and are a cinch to wash.
—Jenny Berg, Allure, 23 Dec. 2024
Verb
The dress included a high-waist, cinched silhouette, adding a touch of definition to the look.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 3 Feb. 2025
The look was complete with a hood and cinched at the waist, blooming with a floral appliqué.
—Rhonda Richford, WWD, 28 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cinch
Noun
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There are no direct flights from New York to Anguilla (from Miami, yes) but the trip was a breeze.—
Rachel Fletcher,
Architectural Digest,
20 Feb. 2025
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And that means not saving challenges for the ninth inning when those palm trees are swaying in the March breeze.—
Jayson Stark,
The Athletic,
20 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The team is a lock to make its first NCAA tournament appearance since 2019.—
Tim Casey,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
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Hyaluronic acid plumps and locks in moisture, promoting a more radiant and refreshed appearance for your eyes.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
21 Feb. 2025
Verb
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His hands-on approach ensures that every aspect of Purus—from operational strategies to marketing execution—is aligned with a clear vision of excellence.—
Tyler Shepherd,
USA TODAY,
22 Feb. 2025
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Georges notes that companies perform risk assessments on cleaners to ensure safety and reduce liability.—
Matt Fuchs,
TIME,
21 Feb. 2025
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In her last pic, Olivia Rodrigo holds the same picnic basket while cheesing for the camera in a plunging red one-piece bathing suit and a grey baseball cap, keeping her pigtail braids in tact underneath.—
Emily Tannenbaum,
Glamour,
22 Feb. 2025
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Highland Faith Church Highland: 8910 Grace St. — Faith Church Highland will have an indoor picnic from 12 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Feb. 23.—
Christin Lazerus,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Still, those less familiar with her work will still enjoy the series, assured Follows.—
Marta Balaga,
Variety,
18 Feb. 2025
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Economists and Olympic officials assured residents the Games would bring an economic boom to the city.—
Kamaron McNair,
CNBC,
17 Feb. 2025
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In the absence of NATO membership, Zelenskyy has said that more than 100,000 European troops could be needed in Ukraine to guarantee the conflict doesn’t flare up again after a ceasefire.—
Jill Lawless,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Feb. 2025
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In 2023, the Wizards re-signed Kuzma to a four-year contract worth $90 million guaranteed.—
Josh Robbins,
The Athletic,
22 Feb. 2025
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“Cinch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cinch. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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