1
as in affection
a feeling of strong or constant regard for and dedication to someone
I doubt that there's any permanent attachment between the two teenagers
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2
as in accessory
something that is not necessary in itself but adds to the convenience or performance of the main piece of equipment
bought a grinder attachment for the kitchen mixer
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3
as in allegiance
adherence to something to which one is bound by a pledge or duty
an unflinching attachment to the marriage, through times both good and bad
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Recent Examples of attachment
For many, their attachment to their pet (and feeling as though that attachment is reciprocal) can be incredibly rewarding.
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Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 6 June 2025
My favorite part is that there are two compartments in its little box form to hold its various attachments.
—Nena Farrell, Wired News, 6 June 2025
And with this success comes an inherent parasocial attachment from the show audience.
—Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 5 June 2025
Most digital cameras have a tripod attachment hole on the bottom for this purpose.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 2 June 2025
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Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 6 June 2025
My favorite part is that there are two compartments in its little box form to hold its various attachments.
—Nena Farrell, Wired News, 6 June 2025
And with this success comes an inherent parasocial attachment from the show audience.
—Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 5 June 2025
Most digital cameras have a tripod attachment hole on the bottom for this purpose.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 2 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for attachment
Noun
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The group were filmed licking and sniffing the younger kitten in a clear show of affection, in the post to TikTok from April 25.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 June 2025
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Upon his release, Nick learns that the target of his affections has another admirer, Chester (Shawn Ashmore), his no-nonsense parole officer.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
4 June 2025
Noun
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Trophies and rings are the renowned physical marks of success in American sports, but there’s an accessory that has become just as prevalent in championship-winning locker rooms as the shine of platinum or gold: ‘champagne goggles’.—
Elias Burke,
New York Times,
8 June 2025
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The trend is a light-hearted, playful style that can be worn as an accessory.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
6 June 2025
Noun
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With the streets of The Chi in turmoil, Reg’s comeback sets the stage for high-stakes drama and shifting allegiances.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
2 June 2025
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Harvard’s dishonest expert on honesty is a poignant symbol of a far larger problem in academia: ideological allegiance replacing the quest for truth.—
Andrew Follett,
National Review,
31 May 2025
Noun
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This kind of love showed me there’s still hope and joy worth standing up for, calling out for, loudly, even, worth creating for.—
Jonathan Bernstein,
Rolling Stone,
6 June 2025
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Stamos starred as Uncle Jesse for all eight seasons of the original run of Full House, and was joined by Loughlin as his love interest, Aunt Becky, in season two.—
Mekishana Pierre Published,
EW.com,
6 June 2025
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Carney’s government is reviewing the purchase of U.S. F-35 fighter jets to see if there are other options.—
Rob Gillies,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2025
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If finding indoor shelter is not an option: Steer clear of open fields, hilltops, or ridge tops.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
9 June 2025
Noun
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Since joining the oneworld Alliance in 2013, Qatar has offered codeshare and loyalty integration with 13 major carriers.—
Judy Koutsky,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
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Americans saw the corrosive effects of this problem writ large as the Big Lie about the 2020 election spread and became a test of loyalty among many families, friends, and colleagues.—
MSNBC Newsweek,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 June 2025
Noun
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Though devotion plays an important role in how Muslims observe Eid al-Adha, there is also room to come together and have fun.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
7 June 2025
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This timepiece represents an unshakeable vision, fusing MR-G’s commitment to ultimate strength and beauty with the Zen devotion to contemplating one’s own nature and an integrated worldview of serenity.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
6 June 2025
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If time permits, disconnect utilities and appliances.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
7 June 2025
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These super-computing facilities have become an important component of modern life, powering everything from smart home appliances to social media to AI chatbots.—
Thomas Grizzetti,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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“Attachment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attachment. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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