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to pin down
[phrase form: pin]
01
to secure something in place using pins or similar objects
02
to restrict someone or something, limiting their freedom or options
03
to clarify a particular detail or aspect after precise investigation
04
to pressure someone into being clear, decisive, and specific in their actions or responses
05
to determine the exact location of someone or something
06
to hold an enemy force in a specific location, making it difficult for them to move or escape by firing at them
Example
The tailor will pin down the fabric before sewing it together.
She used thumbtacks to pin down the corners of the poster.
The curtains flutter in the wind if they aren't pinned down.
The reporter skillfully pinned down the elusive celebrity for a straightforward answer about the upcoming movie.
The strict rules pin down creativity and innovation.
