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pin down

The correct spelling is pin down.

How to pronounce pin down

verb

Say it like: Pin- do-wn

The correct spelling is pin down. To attach or secure with pins. For example: "Pin down the tablecloth, so it doesn't blow away in the breeze."

Usage Examples

Pin down the tablecloth, so it doesn't blow away in the breeze.

Something is wrong, but I can't pin it down.

Let's try to pin him down on a price.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To attach or secure with pins.
  2. 2.To identify something (e.g. a decision or plan) clearly or specifically.
  3. 3.To hold the opponent back-first so both his or her shoulders touch the mat.
  4. 4.To corner somebody in order to get a firm answer.

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