clinch

Example Sentences

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Carolina clinches the playoff berth with a victory while the Buccaneers will not necessarily claim the post-season spot with a triumph.

From Barron's

This showdown comes down to the wire and Carolina wins with a field goal to clinch the NFC South title.

From Los Angeles Times

The off-field controversies come as the Patriots prepare to wrap up a successful regular season campaign that has seen them clinch the AFC East divisional title.

From Barron's

India made history in November, defeating South Africa to clinch their first Women's World Cup win.

From BBC

But as soon as Alabama clinched its ticket to the Rose Bowl, the preparation flipped.

From Los Angeles Times