clinch
verb (used with object)
to settle (a matter) decisively.
will clinch
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future tenseof clinch.future tense
Used to express actions, events, or states that have not yet occurred but are expected to happen.
Example Sentences
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Now Huffington jokes that she has a foolproof plan to ensure that the Knicks will clinch their first championship in 53 years on Saturday night in San Antonio.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 11, 2026
While they need results to go their way before reclaiming the championship, victory over Scotland in Dublin next week will clinch a fourth Triple Crown in the past five years.
From BBC ● Mar. 6, 2026
The winner of the game will clinch the AFC North division title and the loser will miss the playoffs.
From Barron's ● Jan. 2, 2026
If Stafford and the offense avoid turnovers, the Rams will clinch a playoff spot.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 13, 2025
Yes, yes; it will clinch it in any court of law.
From The Little Lady of the Big House by Jack London
