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Indeed, across Europe, a tier of dominant champions has emerged - besides Ludogorets, Red Star have clinched eight successive titles in Serbia, while Ferencvaros in Hungary and Slovan Bratislava in Slovakia have seven each.

From BBC • Feb. 17, 2026

Shares of other economically sensitive stocks including the Russell 2000 index of smaller companies have clinched records in recent sessions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 15, 2025

If the Rams have clinched the No. 1 seed or a playoff spot before the finale against the Cardinals, McVay, as he did the past few seasons, might opt to rest most starters.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 6, 2025

France could have clinched qualification for next year's tournament in North America with a win in Reykjavik combined with Ukraine failing to beat Azerbaijan at the same time.

From Barron's • Oct. 13, 2025

That would have clinched the matter to all intents and purposes.

From The Ashiel mystery A Detective Story by Bryce, Charles, Mrs.