cinch
Plural
cinches
1
an extremely easy task or something easily achieved
- Fixing the minor glitch in the software turned out to be a cinch for the experienced programmer.
- With her culinary skills, preparing a delicious dinner was always a cinch for Mary.
- Assembling the new furniture according to the straightforward instructions was a cinch for the DIY enthusiast.
- The skilled negotiator found reaching a compromise between the parties to be a cinch.
- Memorizing the simple choreography for the dance routine was a cinch for the talented performer.
2
a card game variation, played with four players, in which participants bid for the privilege of naming the trump suit
- They spent the afternoon playing cinch with friends.
- In cinch, the highest bidder gets to choose the trump suit.
- He won the cinch game by skillfully predicting his opponents' hands.
- The rules of cinch require careful counting and strategy.
- Families often play cinch at gatherings for fun and competition.
3
a strap or band, usually around a horse's belly, used to secure the saddle in place
- The rider tightened the cinch before mounting the horse.
- A properly fitted cinch prevents the saddle from slipping.
- He adjusted the cinch to ensure the horse was comfortable.
- The cowboy checked the cinch after every few miles on the trail.
- Leather cinches are durable and commonly used in western saddles.
Synonyms:
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something that will surely happen
- Winning the championship was a cinch after their outstanding performance all season.
- With her experience and skills, landing the job was a cinch.
- The contract was a cinch once all the terms were agreed upon.
- Given his track record, securing the promotion was a cinch.
- Completing the task on time was a cinch with the new tools provided.