[Ads-l] Astros clinch World Series

[Dan Goncharoff]

I would never write that about a game 7 win. For me, clinching requires
uncertainty. The Astros could have clinched in game 6, but didn't.

I won't use 'clinch' in a simple win-or-lose situation. I can see it in
complex scenarios, eg, clinching a spot in the playoffs by winning the last
regular season game.

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