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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
Natalie Neysa Alund, USA Today, 3 Nov. 2025
The second episode is heavy on introductions and reveals without a clear anchor, and that makes for a muddled hour, despite some real bright spots.
—Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 3 Nov. 2025
Maria Williams, USA Today, 4 Nov. 2025
At only 25 years old, the prospect being the first host to anchor Saturday Night Live after the September 11 attacks was nearly too much for Reese Witherspoon to bear.
—Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 4 Nov. 2025
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Noun
Police in Kansas have arrested a former TV news anchor in connection to the stabbing death of her elderly mother.
—Natalie Neysa Alund, USA Today, 3 Nov. 2025
The second episode is heavy on introductions and reveals without a clear anchor, and that makes for a muddled hour, despite some real bright spots.
—Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 3 Nov. 2025
Verb
Since its founding, Magnolia Pearl has anchored its business in acts of service.
—Maria Williams, USA Today, 4 Nov. 2025
At only 25 years old, the prospect being the first host to anchor Saturday Night Live after the September 11 attacks was nearly too much for Reese Witherspoon to bear.
—Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 4 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for anchor
Noun
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In 2004, Turner became news director, reporter, and newscaster with the Minnesota News Network.—
Mary Divine,
Twin Cities,
23 Sep. 2025
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Smith read for a few different roles — Joey's sister's boyfriend, Bodie, as well as Dawson's film teacher, Tamara Jacobs' boyfriend and newscaster Bob.—
Angela Andaloro,
PEOPLE,
23 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Technology is another pillar of OACEUS's success, serving as the backbone that connects every aspect of its health ecosystem.—
Lyssanoel Frater,
USA Today,
3 Nov. 2025
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The tourism industry, the backbone of Jamaica’s economy, is watching closely.—
David Culver,
CNN Money,
3 Nov. 2025
Verb
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There, a group of KPMG staffers followed and sometimes interjected their own thoughts on the building, while workers fastened the last screws on light bulbs and organized plants strewn around the office.—
Eva Roytburg,
Fortune,
5 Nov. 2025
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The macaques were secured by three gates, each fastened by two sets of locks and latches.—
Ava Kofman,
New Yorker,
3 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The Hurricanes on Sunday landed another blue-chip recruit for their Class of 2026, receiving an oral commitment from four-star cornerback JJ Dunnigan.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
10 Nov. 2025
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Yes, Indiana likely would’ve qualified for the CFP had Cooper’s heel landed out of bounds and Indiana lost.—
The Athletic College Football Staff,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Defense Minister Theo Francken told public broadcaster RTBF that Tuesday’s incident appeared to be carried out by professionals intent on destabilizing the country.—
Reuters,
CNN Money,
4 Nov. 2025
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Continue reading … BOOTH BLUNDER – NFL broadcaster under fire for strange commentary as Buffalo defeats Kansas City.—
,
FOXNews.com,
4 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Support for late value form became a pillar of the climate politics of the Biden administration.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Nov. 2025
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Ice Climb Grand Island’s Trout Bay Michigan’s ice climbing capital offers more than 100 routes, from beginner WI2 pillars to expert WI6 curtains.—
Outside,
Outside,
4 Nov. 2025
Verb
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England play their last two World Cup qualifiers over the next eight days, against Serbia and Albania, but have already secured their place at the finals and preparations are underway for the tournament.—
Jack Pitt-Brooke,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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The collaboration aligns with Japan’s broader strategy to secure a domestic EV battery supply chain and reduce dependence on China and South Korea.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Their replacements, part of the Shenzhou-21 mission, successfully docked with the station on Saturday.—
Stephen Sorace,
FOXNews.com,
6 Nov. 2025
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The process, which is necessary for Starship to reach distant destinations, is a complex one requiring two vehicles equipped with docking adapters to meet up in orbit to transfer hundreds of tons of super-cooled propellant.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
4 Nov. 2025
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“Anchor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/anchor. Accessed 11 Nov. 2025.
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