1
as in breeze
something that is easy to do
the clear instructions made setting up the audiovisual system a cinch
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2
as in lock
one that is certain to succeed
after that hole in one, she's a cinch to make the cut for the next round of the tournament
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Recent Examples of cinch
Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 5 June 2025
Communication is a cinch as the moon and sun harmonize.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 7 May 2025
Alan Schwarz, Forbes.com, 17 June 2025
On sale for $38, this practical shorts-skirt hybrid can be customized to your preferred length with cinching side seams.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 12 June 2025
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Noun
The pockets also have cinches that lock in all your belongings.
—Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 5 June 2025
Communication is a cinch as the moon and sun harmonize.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 7 May 2025
Verb
For people in wheelchairs, pants can be pulled on, zipped on the side, and cinched by pulling a draw string.
—Alan Schwarz, Forbes.com, 17 June 2025
On sale for $38, this practical shorts-skirt hybrid can be customized to your preferred length with cinching side seams.
—Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 12 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cinch
Noun
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Vionic Kimmie Slip-on Shoe Slip-on sneakers make going through the airport a breeze.—
Rebecca Shinners,
Travel + Leisure,
11 July 2025
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Cleaning this quilt is a breeze—just toss it in the washing machine and tumble dry for a refresh.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 July 2025
Noun
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Love locks have been slowly disappearing from the Old Red Bridge in south Kansas City off Red Bridge Road, as an amateur locksmith from Overland Park admits to using the locks to practice his skills.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
11 July 2025
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The spray is also formulated with argan oil, vitamins, and fatty acids to smooth and soften your locks.—
PEOPLE Deals Team,
People.com,
10 July 2025
Verb
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Although Bertha has had major societal wins, none of them, however, ensures her position as solidly as this one.—
Ronda Racha Penrice,
HollywoodReporter,
14 July 2025
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Soliman's attorneys have filed a temporary restraining order with the court to ensure he's not transferred out of the Butler County jail.—
Patricia Gallagher Newberry,
The Enquirer,
14 July 2025
Noun
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Military families enjoyed classic picnic fare, lawn games, and a fireworks display, with the first lady greeting guests.—
WWD Staff,
Footwear News,
5 July 2025
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The park also includes the Pond House, a playscape and spray pad for kids, a fitness circuit, trails, an Olympic size pool and picnic areas.—
Kaitlyn Keegan,
Hartford Courant,
5 July 2025
Verb
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The French club’s Europa League participation next season was assured.—
Matt Woosnam,
New York Times,
12 July 2025
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Police have assured that the scene is a stunt and not a real emergency.—
Diana Leyva,
The Tennessean,
11 July 2025
Verb
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Although named in the court documents, no person or company listed is guaranteed to be called to the witness stand if the case makes it to trial.—
DeMicia Inman,
VIBE.com,
15 July 2025
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The deal included $90 million guaranteed and a $13.75 million signing bonus, according to the NFL Network.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
15 July 2025
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“Cinch.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cinch. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.
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