nail (down)

verb

Definition of nail (down)next
as in to prove

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for nail (down)
  1. prove
  2. show
  3. establish
  4. determine
  5. demonstrate
  6. insure
  7. ensure
  8. secure
Verb
  • Boomers proved especially resilient, stepping up to learn remote tools and AI platforms alongside their younger colleagues.
    Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
  • The iconic holiday tune proved its mettle once again, returning this week to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, an event her 13-year-old twins Moroccan and Monroe commemorated Monday with a surprise flower delivery onstage in Raleigh, N.C.
    Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 12 Dec. 2024
Definition of prove
Verb
  • But the map shows that Americans living in the North and those at higher elevations are the most likely to see snow on Christmas morning.
    Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
  • The surprise rebel offensive that surged out of northwestern Idlib province last month showed the regime in Damascus to be hollow.
    David Brennan, ABC News, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of show
Verb
  • Dormant seeding also gives the lawn a head start over weeds and provides more time for lawns to establish before the heat of summer arrives.
    Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 13 Dec. 2024
  • But just as quickly, the show has become a striking test case for the the growing movement to establish labor protections in reality TV.
    Meredith Blake, Los Angeles Times, 13 Dec. 2024
Definition of establish
Verb
  • But until last year, Globe noms were solely determined by the Hollywood Foreign Press Association, a group of fewer than 100 people based in and around LA.
    Scott Feinberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 9 Dec. 2024
  • What To Consider When choosing between butter and margarine, or determining how much to eat, consider your overall fat intake and health needs.
    Jillian Kubala, Health, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of determine
Verb
  • This case demonstrates that no one is above the law.
    Beck Andrew Salgado, Austin American-Statesman, 14 Dec. 2024
  • Celebrity Style The actor posed with his co-star, Elle Fanning, in an almost indescribable look and demonstrated his great sense of humor.
    María Munsuri, Glamour, 14 Dec. 2024
Definition of demonstrate
Verb
  • If you are insured, your insurance will cover the cost so long as the pharmacy or doctor is in network.
    Fran Kritz, NPR, 6 Dec. 2024
  • Accounts with a bank are insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. (FDIC), while credit union accounts are insured by the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA).
    Becca Stanek, theweek, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of insure
Verb
  • However, building these systems at scale requires deep engineering expertise and skilled teams to ensure success.
    William Mullane, USA TODAY, 18 Dec. 2024
  • That's because ventilation ensures there's a proper airflow that keeps the particles moving and from settling on any surface.
    Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 17 Dec. 2024
Definition of ensure
Verb
  • Gabriel led the Ducks to a perfect 13-0 record, securing the Big Ten Championship against Penn State and the top seed in the College Football Playoff.
    Giovanni Malloy, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024
  • Jake Sullivan, Biden's national security adviser, traveled to Israel this week in a final effort to secure a cease-fire before Trump enters.
    Joey Garrison, USA TODAY, 14 Dec. 2024
Definition of secure
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“Nail (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/nail%20%28down%29. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.

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