nails (down)

verb

Definition of nails (down)next
present tense third-person singular of nail (down)
as in proves

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  1. proves
  2. shows
  3. nails
  4. determines
  5. demonstrates
  6. establishes
  7. ensures
  8. affirms
Verb
  • Carmichael’s relationship with the camera proves even slipperier—but there’s no denying his main-character syndrome is more than justified.
    Inkoo Kang, The New Yorker, 10 Dec. 2024
  • While the first half of the film proves engaging enough, the remainder grows tiresome as the Rohirrim take refuge, and Wulf — who’s handsome as drawn, but irredeemably ruthless — tries to force his way in.
    Peter Debruge, Variety, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of proves
Verb
  • The video also shows armed men in the headwraps typically worn by RSF soldiers on motorcycles.
    Reuters, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The clip shows the dog waiting outside a door for its owner to appear, followed by the moment that has people talking.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of shows
Verb
  • Scherzinger also nails the comedy of a camp diva, inhabiting Norma’s delusion and ego without ever losing sight of her sincerity.
    Kathryn Vandervalk, EW.com, 21 Oct. 2024
  • Well cast are the kids, notably Miller as Rose, the older daughter who at first is under her mother’s protection before becoming the protector herself for sister Ollie, played by the exceptional young deaf actress Robbins who nails the role.
    Pete Hammond, Deadline, 2 Oct. 2024
Definition of nails
Verb
  • The release noted that front-end height determines the point of impact on a pedestrian’s body, which is a key factor in the severity of injuries.
    Eric D. Lawrence, Detroit Free Press, 10 Dec. 2024
  • If Yoon is impeached, his presidential powers would be suspended until the Constitutional Court determines whether to reinstate him or remove him from office.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of determines
Verb
  • This publicly demonstrates your ongoing commitment to accessibility, reflecting your organization's specific policies and the current status of accessibility efforts.
    Ran Ronen, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Other thoughtful gestures could include crafting handmade items, printing a photo that captures your bond or any action that demonstrates time and effort, Ward said.
    Julianna Bragg, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of demonstrates
Verb
  • Deals with the top two biggest pay-TV operators establishes a good baseline for a spate of other renewals into 2025.
    Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 9 Dec. 2024
  • Researchers claim that the outcome establishes a new global standard for this kind of solar cell technology and shows how perovskite–organic tandem cells may be used to produce solar energy solutions that are more effective.
    Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of establishes
Verb
  • Aligning all departments around this goal ensures consistent messaging and a unified mission, with employees reflecting this outwardly in their interactions with customers.
    Anna Convery-Pelletier, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • This flexibility ensures that institutions can enforce security standards without compromising on usability.
    Lior Lamesh, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of ensures
Verb
  • Research like this only affirms that merchants and retailers offering this form of financing can benefit through higher sales.
    Gene Marks, Forbes, 1 Dec. 2024
  • In the video, Rae most astutely re-affirms her actual and legitimate pre-social media dance background while twirling around dark Paris streets with her dancers.
    Brittany Spanos, Rolling Stone, 21 Nov. 2024
Definition of affirms
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