pin down

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Verb

1. To attach or secure with pins.

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

2. (idiomatic) To identify something (e.g. a decision or plan) clearly or specifically.

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

3. (wrestling, professional wrestling) To hold the opponent back-first so both his or her shoulders touch the mat.
4. (idiomatic) To corner somebody in order to get a firm answer.

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

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