nailed

[neɪld]

nailed Definition

  • 1fastened or fixed securely
  • 2succeeded in doing something perfectly or exactly

Using nailed: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "nailed" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He nailed the picture to the wall.

  • Example

    She nailed the presentation and got a promotion.

  • Example

    I finally nailed the dance routine after weeks of practice.

nailed Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with nailed

  • determined or specified something precisely

    Example

    We need to nail down the details of the project before we can move forward.

  • criticized or blamed severely for something

    Example

    He was nailed to the cross for his poor performance in the game.

  • hit the nail on the head

    to do or say something exactly right

    Example

    She hit the nail on the head with her analysis of the situation.

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Summary: nailed in Brief

The term 'nailed' [neɪld] refers to something that is fastened or fixed securely, or when someone has succeeded in doing something perfectly or exactly. It is often used in phrases like 'nailed down,' meaning to determine or specify something precisely, and 'hit the nail on the head,' which means to do or say something exactly right.

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