clinch
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/klɪntʃ/
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/klɪntʃ/
to successfully secure or win something
The team clinched the championship with a final score of 5-2.
该队以5-2的最终比分锁定了冠军。
to conclusively settle or prove something
The final piece of evidence clinched the case against the defendant.
最后一件证据使案件对被告不利。
a tight and affectionate hug
The couple shared a clinch before parting ways.
这对夫妇在分道扬镳前紧紧拥抱。
a strong hold used in a struggle or competition
The wrestlers broke from their clinch and circled each other.
摔跤手们从紧抱中挣脱出来,互相绕圈。