nailing (down)

verb

Definition of nailing (down)next
present participle of nail (down)
as in establishing

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nailing (down)
  1. establishing
  2. showing
  3. proving
  4. determining
  5. demonstrating
  6. ensuring
Verb
  • The company experimented with e-commerce far before the competition, establishing itself as one of the first online sellers of perishable items.
    Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The complexities of navigating the FDA approval process, conducting clinical trials, and establishing manufacturing and distribution networks demanded substantial investment.
    Geri Stengel, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of establishing
Verb
  • Many consumers are embracing these developments, showing a growing desire for more meaningful connections with brands that make product discovery easier and offer compelling incentives.
    Michael Benedek, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The nearly 300-mile trek from Atlanta was pivotal in showing the Confederacy was falling apart as Sherman’s troops gutted much of the key slave state.
    Lorenzino Estrada, The Arizona Republic, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of showing
Verb
  • LeBron James embodies this principle, proving that even under intense scrutiny, failure can be the spark for greatness.
    Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Proof of identity and lawful status Most documents proving identity also prove lawful status.
    Jenny Porter Tilley, The Indianapolis Star, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of proving
Verb
  • There is no formula, scoring system or checklist in determining the news value of a life.
    Richard Goldstein, New York Times, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Thousands of brilliant titles get released every year and determining the standouts is inherently subjective.
    The Bon Appétit and Epicurious Staffs, Bon Appétit, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of determining
Verb
  • Last night, the actor was photographed at the Los Angeles premiere of the biopic demonstrating the fruits of his growth.
    Daniel Rodgers, Vogue, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Begin with small, manageable changes that eventually add up, demonstrating to employees that your ideas are not only viable but beneficial.
    Mustafa Gandhi, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of demonstrating
Verb
  • Second, consider the regulatory compliance of the provider, ensuring adherence to local and international laws and the presence of necessary certifications and audits.
    Lior Lamesh, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • These tools also enable teams to better meet KPIs such as platform service availability, regression-free deployments and ensuring maintenance is performed within estimated timeframes.
    Igor Rikalo, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of ensuring
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