as in attached
to cause (something) to hold to another
affix a first-class stamp to the envelope
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Recent Examples of affixed
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.
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Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 30 Jan. 2026
In a modern take on the Breakfast at Tiffany’s special, Rih added some glitz to an LBD, accessorizing the sexy, lingerie-esque dress with a collar necklace, a cocktail ring, and a brooch affixed to her furry jacket.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 28 Jan. 2026
Donors contributing $1,000 or more will be recognized on a dedicated bronze plaque affixed to the sculpture.
—Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 24 Jan. 2026
After suits pass the control checkpoint, tamper-proof microchips are affixed throughout the suit to prevent manipulation.
—Brian Melley, Chicago Tribune, 23 Jan. 2026
Be sure to keep them inflated according to the automaker’s recommended air-pressure levels, which is noted on a label affixed to the driver’s side doorjamb and in the owner’s manual.
—Jim Gorzelany, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
That’s the same level of criminal offense affixed to the sale of alcohol to minors.
—John Hult, States Newsroom, 21 Jan. 2026
Tall wooden decks are seen affixed to the back of many homes.
—Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 14 Jan. 2026
Her hair was styled in braids affixed into an intricate updo accentuated with a diamond clip and face-framing strands.
—Christina Perrier, InStyle, 11 Jan. 2026
Baltimore Sun Staff, Baltimore Sun, 30 Jan. 2026
In a modern take on the Breakfast at Tiffany’s special, Rih added some glitz to an LBD, accessorizing the sexy, lingerie-esque dress with a collar necklace, a cocktail ring, and a brooch affixed to her furry jacket.
—Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 28 Jan. 2026
Donors contributing $1,000 or more will be recognized on a dedicated bronze plaque affixed to the sculpture.
—Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 24 Jan. 2026
After suits pass the control checkpoint, tamper-proof microchips are affixed throughout the suit to prevent manipulation.
—Brian Melley, Chicago Tribune, 23 Jan. 2026
Be sure to keep them inflated according to the automaker’s recommended air-pressure levels, which is noted on a label affixed to the driver’s side doorjamb and in the owner’s manual.
—Jim Gorzelany, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
That’s the same level of criminal offense affixed to the sale of alcohol to minors.
—John Hult, States Newsroom, 21 Jan. 2026
Tall wooden decks are seen affixed to the back of many homes.
—Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 14 Jan. 2026
Her hair was styled in braids affixed into an intricate updo accentuated with a diamond clip and face-framing strands.
—Christina Perrier, InStyle, 11 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for affixed
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Kellogg’s high-growth snack business was much more viable as an acquisition target without the sluggish cereal division attached.—
Amelia Lucas,
CNBC,
31 Jan. 2026
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The year was 2016, and the now-lead vocalist María Zardoya was performing at The Kibitz Room, a low-key cocktail lounge attached to the iconic Canter's Deli, while drummer/producer Josh Conway filled in as sound engineer for her set, the duo said in a 2017 interview with Remezcla.—
Pamela Avila,
USA Today,
30 Jan. 2026
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As a result, phishing emails tied to this breach may appear legitimate and urgent.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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One minute later, on a cross-ice pass from Kyrou to Pavel Buchnevich, and a seam pass from Buchnevich to Snuggerud, the 21-year-old rookie teed up a one-timer for his third game-winning goal of the season, tied for the team lead.—
Jeremy Rutherford,
New York Times,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Affixed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/affixed. Accessed 7 Feb. 2026.
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