clinch
verb (used with object)
to settle (a matter) decisively.
clinching
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present participleof clinch.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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During his 25-year career as a corporate lawyer, Balsdon regularly clocked 80-hour workweeks, clinching cross-border deals for global energy companies and doling out multibillion-dollar advice.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 19, 2026
I then flew into New York City where the success of the New York Knicks clinching their first title in 53 years seemed to overshadow the World Cup among the locals.
From BBC ● Jul. 1, 2026
On a night when his teammates struggled offensively, Brunson willed the Knicks to the series clinching victory, another gritty come-from-behind victory for a team that has made them a trademark.
From Barron's ● Jun. 14, 2026
After the Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs in Texas on Saturday, clinching the championship series four games to one, a reporter asked Mr. Brunson what he had against Texas.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 14, 2026
Given all that had happened, and all its terrible consequences, it was frivolous, she knew, but Briony took calm pleasure in delivering her clinching news.
From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan
