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Clinch
01
étreinte, serre
a tight or amorous embrace
02
prise en corps, clincher
(boxing) the act of one boxer holding onto the other to avoid being hit and to rest momentarily
03
tête de clou, plaque de rivet
the flattened part of a nail or bolt or rivet
04
nœud d'arrêt, nœud de clinch
a small slip noose made with seizing
05
cloueur, agrapheuse
a device (generally used by carpenters) that holds things firmly together
to clinch
01
conclure
to decisively conclude something, such as an argument or a contract
Transitive: to clinch a deal
Example
After weeks of discussions, the two companies finally clinched the deal with a signed contract.
The salesperson clinched the sale by offering an irresistible discount to the hesitant customer.
The real estate agent 's expert negotiation tactics clinched the sale of the luxurious property.
02
plier, souder
to secure or fasten a nail, bolt, rivet, etc. tightly by bending the protruding end over to hold them in place
Transitive: to clinch a nail or similar implement
Example
The carpenter clinched the nails by bending the ends over.
After inserting the bolt through the metal plates, the mechanic used a wrench to clinch it securely in place.
The blacksmith demonstrated how to properly clinch the rivets to assemble the iron structure.
03
saisir, agripper
to grasp or hold onto something tightly and securely
Transitive: to clinch a support structure | to clinch onto a support structure
Example
He clinched the railing tightly as he leaned over the edge to get a better view.
The child clinched his father's hand tightly as they crossed the busy street.
As the storm raged outside, the dog clinched onto its owner's leg, seeking comfort and reassurance.
04
serrer dans ses bras, enlacer
to hold someone tightly in one's arms, usually as a gesture of affection, comfort, or support
Transitive: to clinch sb
Example
Overwhelmed with emotion, she clinched her long-lost friend in a tight embrace.
After being apart for months, the couple finally reunited and clinched each other in a warm embrace.
As the child ran into her arms, the mother clinched her daughter tightly, relieved to have her back safely.
05
s'accrocher, enchaîner
to hold onto one's opponent in close quarters during a boxing match to prevent them from landing punches
Intransitive
Example
After being staggered by a series of blows, the boxer instinctively clinched, seeking refuge in the safety of a tight hold.
When his opponent started to land heavy blows, he quickly clinched to avoid further damage.
Despite being fatigued, the boxer clinched effectively to control the pace of the fight.
06
remporter
to successfully win or achieve something
Transitive: to clinch an achievement
Example
The chef 's secret ingredient clinched the victory in the cooking competition.
The climber 's determination and skill helped him clinch the ascent of the challenging peak.
Despite initial doubts, the researcher 's groundbreaking findings clinched acceptance in the scientific community.
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