clinch

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Arsenal are currently on 76 points - so they know three wins from their final three games will clinch the title.

From BBC • May 4, 2026

Days later, his younger brother Jack delivered an overtime goal of his own against Canada to clinch gold.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

But with a chance to clinch, he showed the Lakers need someone else to help carry the load.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 28, 2026

An extra-time winner at Euro 2022 to clinch England's first international title and the decisive penalty three years later to retain the trophy made sure of that.

From BBC • Apr. 25, 2026

Henry opened his mouth to answer, suddenly goggled, and clasped her to him in a clinch.

From "Go Set a Watchman: A Novel" by Harper Lee