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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 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
Allison Degrushe, StyleCaster, 17 June 2026
The material is transmitted to a national NBC news anchor played by Grace, who must process and report on the shocking images as they are suddenly projected across the globe.
—Tommy McArdle, PEOPLE, 16 June 2026
Mustafa Abdelmonem, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
Still, with an offense led by LAFC’s Son Heung-min, the MLS leader in assists, and a defense anchored by Bayern Munich center back Kim Min-jae (aka The Monster), the Taegeuk Warriors are a formidable foe.
—Los Angeles Times, 10 June 2026
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Noun
After taking time off to be with her family amid her mother Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance, Savannah Guthrie returned to the Today anchor desk on April 6, 2026.
—Allison Degrushe, StyleCaster, 17 June 2026
The material is transmitted to a national NBC news anchor played by Grace, who must process and report on the shocking images as they are suddenly projected across the globe.
—Tommy McArdle, PEOPLE, 16 June 2026
Verb
That can create tension with those still anchored in a previous version of success.
—Mustafa Abdelmonem, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
Still, with an offense led by LAFC’s Son Heung-min, the MLS leader in assists, and a defense anchored by Bayern Munich center back Kim Min-jae (aka The Monster), the Taegeuk Warriors are a formidable foe.
—Los Angeles Times, 10 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for anchor
Noun
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The most immediately notable moment in the trailer was Emily Blunt’s newscaster breaking out in alien-speak during the weather report, but what happens right after that is truly astounding.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
12 June 2026
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More than three months after KTLA cut Glen Walker as the station’s midday anchor, the longtime Los Angeles newscaster returns to the airwaves on Wednesday, June 10, as a roving anchor on KTTV and KCOP, Fox TV’s two Los Angeles stations.—
Peter Larsen,
Daily News,
10 June 2026
Noun
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Reading people’s intentions and forming relationships is still the backbone of successful recruiting.—
Steven Johnson
June 16,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
16 June 2026
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How did 42 Dugg-core Detroit drums end up as the backbone of Florida street rap?—
Alphonse Pierre,
Pitchfork,
16 June 2026
Verb
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Using the midsection and not just the corners to fasten one across the body.—
Diana Tsui,
Footwear News,
11 June 2026
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Advertising signs should not be fastened to a staff or halyard from which the flag is flown.—
Darleene Powells,
Boston Herald,
10 June 2026
Verb
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His nagging hamstring strain prevents him pretty much only from running full speed, but that was enough to land him on the 10-day IL.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 June 2026
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After making a three-pointer, Brunson landed on Wembanyama's foot.—
Dan Zaksheske,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
Noun
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In Spain, for example, both DAZN (all the games) and public service broadcaster TVE (the most high-profile ones) have adverts in the cooling breaks, including an Uber Eats commercial with Gordon Ramsay.—
Tom Burrows,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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This will include a review of the broadcaster’s already existing TV channels and radio programs, with a goal to reduce original programming by 100-150 hours.—
Alex Ritman,
Variety,
17 June 2026
Noun
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The lifecycle pillar then operationalizes governance through requirements covering model selection, data quality, explainability, performance monitoring, human oversight, cybersecurity, and third-party risk.—
Mayra Rodriguez Valladares,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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When constructed, the stone circle was aligned with the sun, and to this day, thousands of people gather to witness the moment the sun peeks perfectly through its pillars.—
Julia Gomez,
USA Today,
14 June 2026
Verb
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What a way for the Americans to get their World Cup journey started, dominating Paraguay 4-1 to secure the full three points in their opening game.—
Jacob Lev,
CNN Money,
13 June 2026
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Kaplan appeared to have secured the majority necessary to win the election outright, preventing a November runoff against challenger Jenn Chawla, who held 42% of the vote.—
Reeti Malhotra,
Sacbee.com,
13 June 2026
Verb
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This is the fourth flight of the crew Dragon, which will be bring up nearly 7,000 pounds of supplies, dock to the station 41 hours after launch and remain on the station for three weeks.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
17 June 2026
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The ships will enter Boston Harbor in flotillas and turn around near Charlestown before docking.—
Neal Riley,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
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“Anchor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/anchor. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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