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Clinch

Klihnch

/ˈklɪntʃ/

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clinch

Dictionary meaning

(boxing) the act of one boxer holding onto the other to avoid being hit and to rest momentarily.

Examples

  • They clinched the deal.
  • They clinched the nails to secure the floorboards.

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