clinch a set

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to succeed in winning a set in a decisive way

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Examples (10)

  • The young player fought hard to clinch the first set.
  • She needs to clinch this set to stay in the match.
  • Having lost the previous two, he was determined to clinch the third set.
  • If they can clinch this set, they will win the championship.
  • The veteran athlete managed to clinch a crucial set despite an injury.
  • By winning the tie-break, she was able to clinch the final set.
  • The team's strategy was to play aggressively and clinch the opening set quickly.
  • He's serving for the match, hoping to clinch the decisive set.
  • After a grueling rally, the underdog unexpectedly clinched the second set.
  • To clinch a set against such a strong opponent requires immense focus.