clinched

• 描述某事已经最终确定、确保或确认，通常是在竞争或斗争之后。也可指钉牢、夹紧或紧紧抓住。

Describes something that has been firmly settled, secured, or confirmed, often after a struggle or competition.

1. Secured or finalizedB2formal

   Having been settled or made certain, often after effort or competition.

   已确保或已敲定

   • The team clinched the championship with a last-minute goal.
   • The deal was clinched after weeks of negotiation.
   • She clinched the victory by finishing the race first.

   同义词assuredconfirmeddecidedsealedsettled

   反义词doubtfulpendinguncertainundecidedunsettled

2. Fastened tightlyB2formal

   Fixed or fastened securely, often by bending or pressing.

   紧固的

   • The nails were clinched to hold the wood together.
   • The rope was clinched around the post to prevent slipping.
   • He used a clinched knot to secure the load.

   同义词clenchedfastened

   反义词looseunfastened

• 动词，指最终敲定或确认某事（如协议、交易），或锁定胜局、确保胜利。

A verb used to indicate the act of settling or confirming something decisively, or securing a victory or agreement.

1. B2formal

   To settle or finalize something, such as a deal, argument, or victory.

   敲定

   • The team clinched the championship with a last-minute goal.
   • They clinched the deal after weeks of negotiation.
   • Her testimony clinched the case for the prosecution.

   同义词cementclosecompleteconcludeconfirmnail downsealsecuresettle

2. B2formal

   To fasten or secure something firmly, often with a nail, bolt, or clamp.

   紧固

   • He clinched the rope to the dock.
   • The carpenter clinched the nail to hold the wood together.
   • She clinched the wire with a pair of pliers.

   同义词anchorattachboltclampfastenfixrivetsecure

   反义词loosenreleaseundounfasten

3. Embrace tightlyB1informal

   To hold someone tightly in one's arms, especially in a romantic or affectionate way.

   紧紧拥抱

   • They clinched passionately at the airport.
   • He clinched her close before saying goodbye.
   • The couple clinched on the dance floor.

   同义词claspcuddleembraceenfoldholdhugsqueeze

   反义词freelet goloosenreleaseunhand