Answer: clinched
AnswerCrossword Clue
clinchedSecure (a nail or rivet) by driving the point sideways when it has penetrated
clinched(of two people) Embrace
clinchedFasten (a rope or fishing line) with a clinch knot
clinchedConfirm the winning or achievement of (a game, competition, or victory)
clinchedGrapple at close quarters, esp. (of boxers) so as to be too closely engaged for full-arm blows
clinchedConclusively settle (an argument or debate)
clinchedConfirm or settle (a contract or bargain)
clinchedCLINCH, to settle (to place in a desired order)