1
as in to affix
to cause (something) to hold to another
you can attach the buttons to the puppet with fabric glue
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2
as in to appoint
to pick (someone) by one's authority for a specific position or duty
attached the colonel to the new regiment
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3
as in to confiscate
to take ownership or control of (something) by right of one's authority
attached the house for nonpayment of property taxes
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Recent Examples of attach
What sets this chair apart for beach use is the universal canopy that attaches to the back, providing UPF 50 sun protection without the need for an umbrella.
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Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 12 July 2025
The doll also has a circular white Continuous Glucose Monitor on her arm, an insulin pump pod attached at the top of her leg and a device in her purse to monitor her levels.
—Starr Bowenbank, People.com, 11 July 2025
Any signs that Ukraine’s backers are losing their resolve will only encourage Moscow to stick to that course, a task made easier by the support of Russia’s allies, the absence of material internal dissent, and the low level of importance that the Kremlin attaches to its own soldiers’ deaths.
—The Editors, National Review, 11 July 2025
All the settings are easy to adjust via the magnetic remote that conveniently attaches to the purifier.
—Cierra Cowan July 11, PC Magazine, 11 July 2025
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Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 12 July 2025
The doll also has a circular white Continuous Glucose Monitor on her arm, an insulin pump pod attached at the top of her leg and a device in her purse to monitor her levels.
—Starr Bowenbank, People.com, 11 July 2025
Any signs that Ukraine’s backers are losing their resolve will only encourage Moscow to stick to that course, a task made easier by the support of Russia’s allies, the absence of material internal dissent, and the low level of importance that the Kremlin attaches to its own soldiers’ deaths.
—The Editors, National Review, 11 July 2025
All the settings are easy to adjust via the magnetic remote that conveniently attaches to the purifier.
—Cierra Cowan July 11, PC Magazine, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for attach
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Theft of motor vehicle parts or accessories (subset of larceny) – The unlawful taking of any part or accessory affixed to the interior or exterior of a motor vehicle in a manner which would make the item an attachment of the vehicle or necessary for its operation.—
Baltimore Sun staff,
Baltimore Sun,
28 July 2025
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Female mealybugs lay their eggs in fluffy white excretions affixed to the plant.—
Tim Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
27 July 2025
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Former politicians in Nevada and Florida have been appointed to lead public universities instead of academics – in the Sunshine State, five of the seven public universities are led by former lawmakers, according to the Tampa Bay Times.—
Lily Kepner,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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Kentucky Opera has appointed Peggy Kriha Miller as Interim General Director and CEO.—
Kirby Adams,
The Courier-Journal,
30 July 2025
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From 2022 through 2024, law enforcement officials in California confiscated 139,017 guns used in crimes with identifiable serial numbers, according to the DOJ’s crime guns report.—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
12 July 2025
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No charges have been pressed against Stone, but her family said her phone was confiscated.—
Joey Safchik,
NBC news,
10 July 2025
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Trump had previously nominated former Congress member Dave Weldon from Florida.—
Beth Mole,
ArsTechnica,
24 July 2025
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In March, Trump nominated Cole as DEA administrator, pending confirmation in the Senate.—
A.J. Herrington,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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The Education Agency assigns a letter grade to campuses and districts based on a formula, which involves student achievement, growth, college readiness and other factors.—
Keri Heath,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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The two groups were randomly assigned to one of two lifestyle programs that ran for two years.—
Alice Park,
Time,
30 July 2025
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These activities constitute a serious violation of copyright law and other applicable laws and regulations.—
Paul Tassi,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
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The bots, which can be found on your way up to the second level, constitute almost the entirety of the restaurant’s decor.—
Miles Klee,
Rolling Stone,
27 July 2025
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Kepler is a strong candidate to be designated for assignment.—
Aaliyan Mohammed,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Aug. 2025
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In recognition of his years of leadership as Council Chairman, he was designated Chairman Emeritus in 2014.—
Stephanie Tharpe,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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But Democratic members were chosen as vice chairs of all the standing committees, and some were named chairs of subcommittees.—
John C. Moritz,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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Ube Butter Banana French Toast Lumpia from Lumpia City was named the winner July 29 in Wisconsin State Fair's annual Sporkies competition for new menu items at the festival.—
Jim Higgins,
jsonline.com,
30 July 2025
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“Attach.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attach. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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