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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
Liz Rothaus Bertrand, Charlotte Observer, 2 Sep. 2025
Faithfull died in January of this year, during the production of the film, but not before she she was recorded performing with Nick Cave, which sequence serves as an anchor moment in the film.
—Guy Martin, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Ted Johnson, Deadline, 3 Sep. 2025
Putting framing and anchoring into practice Take a look at your current bills and expenses.
—Rose Han, CNBC, 3 Sep. 2025
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Noun
The free festival also coincides with the 50th anniversary of Eastland Mall, once an east-side anchor.
—Liz Rothaus Bertrand, Charlotte Observer, 2 Sep. 2025
Faithfull died in January of this year, during the production of the film, but not before she she was recorded performing with Nick Cave, which sequence serves as an anchor moment in the film.
—Guy Martin, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2025
Verb
John Berman and Laura Coates will co-anchor the coverage from Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 3 Sep. 2025
Putting framing and anchoring into practice Take a look at your current bills and expenses.
—Rose Han, CNBC, 3 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for anchor
Noun
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Platinum, the gold-digging newscaster memorably played in the finished movie by Plaza.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
28 Aug. 2025
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Cincinnati’s local television stations have had a wealth of memorable newscasters and hosts over the years, from pioneers in the industry to one of the most famous names on TV.—
Jeff Suess,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
12 Aug. 2025
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The Israeli reservists who form the backbone of the army have already been fighting in Gaza nonstop for close to two years, all the while continuing the military campaign in Lebanon and conducting occasional operations in Syria.—
Daniel DePetris,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Aug. 2025
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The agency serves as the backbone of America's election security infrastructure, providing cybersecurity assessments, threat intelligence briefings, and physical security support.—
Chris Deluzio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Remain in your vehicle with your seatbelt fastened.—
Hayleigh Evans,
AZCentral.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Seatbelts should remain fastened whenever possible, even in calm skies.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
2 Sep. 2025
Verb
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While Alexander-Arnold’s signing had been pursued by the club since last year, Alonso’s conviction and insistence were key in landing Huijsen, Carreras and Mastantuono.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
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When Emily lands the coveted promotion that Luke had been vying for, their relationship ushers in a new complex power dynamic both inside and outside the office.—
Jacqueline Weiss,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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China’s state broadcaster said Xi and Putin had tea with a small group of aides around noon.—
Simone McCarthy,
CNN Money,
2 Sep. 2025
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Stern and the satellite broadcaster signed a five-year agreement in 2020.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
2 Sep. 2025
Noun
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While dance and music are vital to flamenco, the festival showcases one of the pillars of the art form.—
Emily Cardenas,
Miami Herald,
2 Sep. 2025
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Sauropods are herbivores known for their very long necks, long tails, small head and pillar-like legs.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
2 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Spanberger has raised more than $27 million and secured the endorsement of the Virginia Police Benevolent Association.—
Grace Sandman,
ABC News,
8 Sep. 2025
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Both have won the statue three times since its introduction in 2019, with Stray Kids securing a win in 2023.—
Jeff Benjamin,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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New satellite imagery has captured the USS Nimitz aircraft carrier docked at a port in Oman on the coast of the Arabian Sea.—
Amira El-Fekki,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Sep. 2025
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Where do cruise ships currently dock in Milwaukee?—
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel,
jsonline.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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“Anchor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/anchor. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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