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noun

ˈaŋ-kər How to pronounce anchor (audio)
Definition of anchornext
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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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anchor

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verb

1
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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as in to land
to stop at or near a place along the shore we'll anchor at Praia, Cape Verde

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Recent Examples of anchor
Noun
At a meaningful share of companies, the CEO and the CFO sit inside that same window at the same time, which means an organization’s two anchor seats can come open in close succession, or in the same year. — Shawn Cole, Forbes.com, 22 Sep. 2026 Ho-Yin Mo, who was a news anchor at a Chinese-language news station in San Francisco before becoming a legislative aide to California Assemblywoman Catherine Stefani, was taken into custody Thursday at Harry Reid International Airport. — Louis Casiano, FOXNews.com, 22 Sep. 2026
Verb
Chemical tests showed the nanoparticles formed strong Zr–O–P bonds with the monolayer, creating a dual-anchoring network that holds the interface firmly together. — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 20 Sep. 2026 Oaks support a wide range of organisms, anchoring entire ecosystems, and also serve the vital task of storing carbon on a warming planet. — Jessie Schiewe, Los Angeles Times, 19 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for anchor
Recent Examples of Synonyms for anchor
  1. newscaster
  2. backbone
  3. fasten
  4. land
  5. broadcaster
  6. pillar
  7. secure
  8. dock
Noun
  • Hartman, a human resource specialist, watched in disbelief as newscasters ran footage of the destruction in New York and nearby Arlington, Virginia.
    — USA TODAY staff, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2026
  • As newscasters and viewers struggled to make sense of what many assumed was an appalling accident, United Flight 175 hit the south tower.
    — Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 10 Sep. 2026
Definition of newscaster
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  • Simple knits are the backbone of a fall wardrobe, and the Zesica V-neck Sweater has the understated look that Rag & Bone does so well.
    — Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 15 Sep. 2026
  • In summary, Linde represents a rare and highly attractive opportunity to invest in the hardware backbone of AI at a standard defensive valuation.
    — Harvey Stober, CNBC, 15 Sep. 2026
Definition of backbone
Verb
  • That sharp, collared neckline, vaguely reminiscent of menswear or suiting, was fastened with a small bow that added a feminine touch.
    — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 20 Sep. 2026
  • So wake up with chin straps fastened and mouthpieces in place.
    — Joe Davidson, Sacbee.com, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of fasten
Verb
  • This year, the treasurer expects distributions from September bills to begin landing in October.
    — A.D. Quig, Chicago Tribune, 20 Sep. 2026
  • With the Moon in your sign squaring Mercury in your career sector, a comment, reaction, or bit of feedback could land harder than expected.
    — Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of land
Noun
  • Projections by public broadcaster ARD on Sunday night indicated that Merz's center-right Christian Democratic Union, or CDU, came in with just 5% in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania -- the lowest result since World War II for the party in any state.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 21 Sep. 2026
  • The exit poll from Germany’s public broadcaster puts the AfD on 38%, just two weeks after the party had its best result yet in Saxony-Anhalt.
    — Sebastian Shukla, CNN Money, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of broadcaster
Noun
  • Target, which is starting to get some traction in its turnaround, but is still lagging Walmart, is making style a pillar of its new approach.
    — Evan Clark, Footwear News, 24 Sep. 2026
  • Kicillof and others have seized on widespread economic hardship under Milei to rekindle support for the movement's traditional pillars — free education, public health care and workers’ rights.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of pillar
Verb
  • The Chinese battery maker said on September 22 that the plant had secured the permits and met the regulatory requirements needed to start trial operations.
    — Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 23 Sep. 2026
  • According to internal government records reviewed by The Washington Post, at least $410 million has been pledged towards securing more migration deals with third countries.
    — The Week UK, TheWeek, 22 Sep. 2026
Definition of secure
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  • Also, Hantavirus was detected on a cruise ship that docked in the Atlantic off Cape Verde in May.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 18 Sep. 2026
  • The winning proposal, on the other hand, found a way to make the numbers work, apparently from docking fees and party rentals.
    — Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of dock

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“Anchor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/anchor. Accessed 25 Sep. 2026.

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