firmly pin

Frequency: 5.02.4 per million words

To pin something so it is held tightly and not likely to move.

pinADVERB + pin

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firmly

Examples (10)

  • The tailor used extra pins to firmly pin the fabric in place.
  • She carefully pinned the ribbon firmly to her hair.
  • The artist firmly pinned the canvas to the easel before painting.
  • He pinned the poster firmly to the wall, making sure it wouldn't fall.
  • To prevent it from shifting, you must firmly pin down the edges.
  • The commander's strategy was to firmly pin the enemy forces in their position.
  • The gardener had to firmly pin the climbing rose stems to the trellis.
  • Make sure you pin the badge firmly so it doesn't come loose.
  • With steady hands, she firmly pinned the intricate lace pattern to the dress.
  • The instruction manual advised to firmly pin all components together during assembly.