nailing
- present participle of nail.
Example Sentences
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After nailing down a center, Pelinka also needs to really hit on the margins.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 28, 2026
But he found a groove in the third session, second fastest by just 0.043secs and then nailing a beauty of a final lap.
From BBC • Jun. 27, 2026
Lee is known for making some bold and accurate calls, advising investors to buy stocks during pandemic lows and nailing the 2023 bull market.
From MarketWatch • May 1, 2026
"I think for us, it's always about nailing those specialist positions," said Erasmus.
From Barron's • Feb. 18, 2026
The boys laughed and went to work nailing down lids.
From "Farewell to Manzanar" by Jeanne Houston
