ANCHORED Synonyms: 77 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

as in clamped

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verb

past tense of anchor

as in fastened

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 landed

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

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On a visit to Grand Cayman during a 2024 trip with Disney Cruise Line, Lee, who uses a wheelchair, was able to board and disembark the tender – a small boat used to ferry guests between an anchored cruise ship and the shore – via a portable ramp. — Nathan Diller, USA Today, 31 July 2026 In 2011, an anchored boat packed with sleeping tourists sank in Vietnam's scenic Ha Long Bay, killing 12 tourists from nine countries, including two Americans. — CBS News, 13 July 2026 Oil tankers and cargo vessels remain anchored off Oman on Sunday. — Mithil Aggarwal, NBC news, 25 June 2026 The Golden Knights play a center-release system, where their defensemen don’t travel above the tops of circles, and both defensemen stay anchored close to their net, and their center does most of the work. — Pierre Lebrun, New York Times, 1 June 2026 Outrage over the remarks has grown as the Angels remain anchored at the bottom of the standings. — Joaquin Ruiz, Los Angeles Times, 25 May 2026 An Iranian flag flutters in the wind as ships remain anchored on May 16, 2026 in the Strait of Hormuz near Larak Island, Iran. — Sam Meredith, CNBC, 22 May 2026 The new barrier panels would be installed on top of the existing concrete barriers with anchored metal plates spaced about 20 feet apart. — David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 May 2026 The repetitive elements and anchored improvisations are thrilling but easy to follow, even for a complete novice. — Literary Hub, 6 May 2026

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Chicago’s recent progress in reducing violence demonstrates that a comprehensive approach anchored in prevention, intervention, accountability and responsible governance works. — Kris Brown, Chicago Tribune, 9 Aug. 2026 Fontana noted that the center is anchored by Walmart, which is currently in construction to become a supercenter and is adding an additional 63,000 square feet of space, which used to be Bob’s Stores. — Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 9 Aug. 2026 Throughout the fight sequence, the Hand’s choreography was anchored in that idea. — Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 8 Aug. 2026 Meanwhile, the Las Vegas Raiders, anchored by Maxx Crosby and led by Kirk Cousins, are projected to surprise with 8 wins. — Darren Cooper, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026 According to WebMD, dermal piercings — which are anchored below the skin — should be covered for a couple days when done to promote healing. — Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 7 Aug. 2026 The Fort Worth mall that anchored local shopping in the 1980s and ’90s is headed for demolition to make way for a massive warehouse development. — Star-Telegram Staff. Produced With Ai Assistance, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 Aug. 2026 Jones wields considerable influence within the state apparatus, but his political base is anchored in the rural, inland stretches of San Diego County. — Dain Fitzgerald, The Washington Examiner, 1 Aug. 2026 The protest was anchored in its own alternative digital public sphere, primarily on Instagram, the loopy mimeticcauldron that served as both the lingua franca and the primary driver of the protests. — Asim Ali, Time, 1 Aug. 2026

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Native culture is an imbedded fact of Minnesota’s history and now the Indian – a brave, a scout, God forbid somebody’s friend — is gone from the flag.

— Joe Soucheray, Twin Cities, 2 May 2026
The device receives a video feed captured by external smart glasses with an embedded camera.

— Charlie Fink, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025

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Unlike clip- and tape-ins, these are pre-bonded strands that use partial keratin — a protein already found in the hair — as an adhesive.

— Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 19 May 2026
Cost is $25 for single and bonded adult cats; $50 for one kitten and $75 for two kittens.

— Carol Kovach, cleveland, 12 July 2022

Definition of bonded

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The archive features beauty products originating from the 17th century through the 2000s, with the most valuable item being a Max Factor lipstick belonging to Marilyn Monroe that Parsons secured in an online auction for more than $15,000.

— Noor Lobad, Footwear News, 10 Aug. 2026
Recording tracks in his spare time, Shakur secured a solo record deal.

— Andy Rose, CNN Money, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of secured

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With the help of the Border Police of Naples, authorities intervened when the ship docked in the city.

— Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 3 Aug. 2026
In 1975, as Cold War tensions thawed, an American commander and his Soviet counterpart clasped hands in space after their spacecraft docked.

— Fred Weir, Christian Science Monitor, 31 July 2026

Definition of docked

Adjective

No changes for the top offensive line, where Morgan Moses remains entrenched at right tackle and first-round rookie Caleb Lomu is taking the majority of his snaps as the backup right tackle.

— Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 5 Aug. 2026
His argument, however, is being met by mounting concerns over the organization of the upcoming elections and the country’s entrenched and predatory political culture.

— Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of entrenched

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Sharon Rocha's mitochondrial DNA clamped in the jaws of a pair of pliers found in [Peterson’s] boat, [and] the presence of concrete debris in the boat cover that matched both the homemade boat anchor and the concrete debris on his flatbed trailer.

— Erin Jensen, USA Today, 17 July 2026
His supporters have clamped their mouths tighter than the federal budget for diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.

— Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026

Definition of clamped

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