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as in newscaster
one who reads and introduces news reports on a news program
the news anchor coordinated the reports of the correspondents from around the state
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as in backbone
something or someone to which one looks for support
my best friend has been my anchor throughout this crisis
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as in to fasten
to put securely in place or in a desired position
used ropes and sandbags to anchor the hot-air balloon to the ground
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Recent Examples of anchor
Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Aug. 2025
She’s flanked by senior Amber Czerniak on the right side, while senior Sidney Wright (Illinois State) anchors middle.
—Paul Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 22 Aug. 2025
Michaela Trimble, Vogue, 27 Aug. 2025
Now, so does the W. The latest iteration of W New York—Union Square is ready to usher in a new era, still anchored in the vibrant energy and bold design that have always been a part of the brand’s DNA.
—Elizabeth Rhodes, Travel + Leisure, 27 Aug. 2025
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Noun
Forget about using plastic anchors or oversize plastic screws designed for fastening heavy pictures to drywall.
—Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Aug. 2025
She’s flanked by senior Amber Czerniak on the right side, while senior Sidney Wright (Illinois State) anchors middle.
—Paul Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 22 Aug. 2025
Verb
That means the property feels like its own hidden oasis, anchored by a beachfront pool shaded by swaying palms.
—Michaela Trimble, Vogue, 27 Aug. 2025
Now, so does the W. The latest iteration of W New York—Union Square is ready to usher in a new era, still anchored in the vibrant energy and bold design that have always been a part of the brand’s DNA.
—Elizabeth Rhodes, Travel + Leisure, 27 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for anchor
Noun
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Noah Miles, a 2025 STATS Perform FCS Preseason All-American, is the backbone of the defensive line.—
Steve Gorten,
Miami Herald,
27 Aug. 2025
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She was driven to create healthier options for her family, and gradually built a foundation of knowledge that would later become the backbone of her business.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
23 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The baskets are fastened to the mobile launch tower inside the VAB, where technicians are assembling and testing the Space Launch System rocket for the Artemis II mission.—
Jonathan M. Gitlin,
ArsTechnica,
15 Aug. 2025
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The gold leather straps traced a clean line across the toes and midfoot, each one fastened with a small, angular buckle.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
10 Aug. 2025
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Highland School of Technology kept its spot at the top of the Charlotte-area rankings in the U.S. News & World Report 2025-26 Best High Schools rankings released Tuesday, Aug. 19, but its statewide ranking dropped one spot from No. 10 to No. 11 – meaning no school in the area landed in the top 10.—
Evan Moore
August 21,
Charlotte Observer,
21 Aug. 2025
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In another poll released Tuesday by SoCal Strategies and sponsored by On Point Politics and Red Eagle Politics, California Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom secured 39 percent in a potential presidential 2028 matchup with Vice President JD Vance, who landed 37 percent.—
Kate Plummer
Shane Croucher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Aug. 2025
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Police said no injuries have been reported, but the explosion sparked a massive blaze that sent black pillars of smoke into the sky and caused oil to rain down over the region.—
Charlotte Phillipp,
People.com,
23 Aug. 2025
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The creation of the Colorado NHL Alumni Association formed under strong pillars.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
22 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Though the mayor does not have a direct vote in the matter, Hogsett serves as the board chair of Indy Economic Development Inc., the entity tasked with securing economic investment in the city.—
Alysa Guffey,
IndyStar,
30 Aug. 2025
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Maintaining control of the House will be vital for Vance’s strategy of securing his own political standing by racking up wins for Trump.—
Francesca Chambers,
The Enquirer,
30 Aug. 2025
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However, a Dragon spacecraft presently docked to the space station is expected to perform a demonstration of its capabilities to boost the space station should the need arise.—
Ashley Belanger,
ArsTechnica,
27 Aug. 2025
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Authorities searched the area and the lake before the 4-year-old was found dead off a boat dock at the bottom of the lake.—
Louis Casiano,
FOXNews.com,
25 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Why would Gina lie about this, and why would the reporter lie about this?—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
22 Aug. 2025
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Reach the reporter at dina.kaur@arizonarepublic.com.—
Dina Kaur,
AZCentral.com,
22 Aug. 2025
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The Dukes ball has been a mainstay of English cricket since the earliest days of the game.—
James Wallace,
New York Times,
22 Aug. 2025
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Mark your calendars…CBS is debuting the 49th edition of the veteran Survivor Wednesday, September 24 just as summer mainstay Big Brother is about to conclude.—
Marc Berman,
Forbes.com,
20 Aug. 2025
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“Anchor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/anchor. Accessed 4 Sep. 2025.
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