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n. One that clinches, as:

n. A nail, screw, or bolt for clinching.

n. A tool for clinching nails, screws, or bolts.

n. Informal A point, fact, or remark that settles something conclusively; a decisive factor.

n. That which clinches; that which makes something final or firm.

n. A tyre with a bead around the edge to attach to the rim of the wheel when inflated.

n. One who, or that which, clinches; that which holds fast.

n. That which ends a dispute or controversy; a decisive argument.

n. See clencher.

n. a point or fact or remark that settles something conclusively

n. a tool used to clinch nails or bolts or rivets

n. an argument that is conclusive

"In the field, third baseman Adrian Morales made solid plays in the title clincher, outfielders Whit Merrifield, Evan Marzilli and Jackie Bradley Jr. tracked down everything."

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