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as in newscasters
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 backbones
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 secures
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 anchors
Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 5 Feb. 2026
So what does that mean for metro Des Moines, where companies like Principal Financial, EMC Insurance, Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield and Nationwide Mutual Insurance are anchors of the Iowa capital's downtown?
—Bill Steiden, Des Moines Register, 5 Feb. 2026
Savannah was absent from the Today show that morning, and her co-anchors read a statement from the host and her siblings.
—Jordana Comiter, PEOPLE, 4 Feb. 2026
The Shades can also set up on their own on land, staking out via conventional stakes or sand anchors.
—New Atlas, 4 Feb. 2026
And Karnišovas appeared to pull that lever Tuesday and Wednesday, moving three Bulls anchors to create a talent vacuum in the roster.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 4 Feb. 2026
The aim of the show was to give viewers a behind-the-scenes look of where the series' beloved anchors had grown up.
—Chris Kenning, USA Today, 4 Feb. 2026
The homes that will sprout at the 1655 Berryessa sites are near a busy shopping center whose anchors are Safeway and CVS.
—George Avalos, Mercury News, 4 Feb. 2026
Over the years, notable anchors including Gayle King, Scott Pelley and Matt Lauer have interviewed the president, all of them live.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 3 Feb. 2026
Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 5 Feb. 2026
Her discipline, both as an actor and as an athlete, is what anchors the film.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 4 Feb. 2026
Mike Tirico anchors the program once his Super Bowl responsibilities are clear (quite literally, the same night as the game).
—Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 2 Feb. 2026
Parlor Coffee from Brooklyn anchors the beverage program.
—Susan Stapleton, Des Moines Register, 1 Feb. 2026
Beyond the hotel itself, Faena Art—the brand’s nonprofit foundation—anchors this cultural ethos.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Jan. 2026
Mentorship anchors the whole film, which makes sense given how much coaches shaped McCoughtry’s own life.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 25 Jan. 2026
Dimon anchors decisions in rational, non-emotional judgment and in institutions that outlast any individual.
—Robert Daugherty, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
Western appeals to the principles of sovereignty, territorial integrity, and the autonomy of nations start to ring hollow when the country that anchors the West sets out to violate those principles so brazenly.
—Simon Shuster, The Atlantic, 21 Jan. 2026
Noun
While excavating the River Wear, archaeologists uncovered more than 800 whetstones — stone tools that were used to sharpen weapons and other tools — as well as 11 stone anchors believed to be linked to river transport.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 5 Feb. 2026
So what does that mean for metro Des Moines, where companies like Principal Financial, EMC Insurance, Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield and Nationwide Mutual Insurance are anchors of the Iowa capital's downtown?
—Bill Steiden, Des Moines Register, 5 Feb. 2026
Savannah was absent from the Today show that morning, and her co-anchors read a statement from the host and her siblings.
—Jordana Comiter, PEOPLE, 4 Feb. 2026
The Shades can also set up on their own on land, staking out via conventional stakes or sand anchors.
—New Atlas, 4 Feb. 2026
And Karnišovas appeared to pull that lever Tuesday and Wednesday, moving three Bulls anchors to create a talent vacuum in the roster.
—Julia Poe, Chicago Tribune, 4 Feb. 2026
The aim of the show was to give viewers a behind-the-scenes look of where the series' beloved anchors had grown up.
—Chris Kenning, USA Today, 4 Feb. 2026
The homes that will sprout at the 1655 Berryessa sites are near a busy shopping center whose anchors are Safeway and CVS.
—George Avalos, Mercury News, 4 Feb. 2026
Over the years, notable anchors including Gayle King, Scott Pelley and Matt Lauer have interviewed the president, all of them live.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 3 Feb. 2026
Verb
The central kitchen anchors the home—a chef-ready space with high-end appliances and an open layout that connects directly to the living and dining areas.
—Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 5 Feb. 2026
Her discipline, both as an actor and as an athlete, is what anchors the film.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 4 Feb. 2026
Mike Tirico anchors the program once his Super Bowl responsibilities are clear (quite literally, the same night as the game).
—Steven Louis Goldstein, New York Times, 2 Feb. 2026
Parlor Coffee from Brooklyn anchors the beverage program.
—Susan Stapleton, Des Moines Register, 1 Feb. 2026
Beyond the hotel itself, Faena Art—the brand’s nonprofit foundation—anchors this cultural ethos.
—Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Jan. 2026
Mentorship anchors the whole film, which makes sense given how much coaches shaped McCoughtry’s own life.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 25 Jan. 2026
Dimon anchors decisions in rational, non-emotional judgment and in institutions that outlast any individual.
—Robert Daugherty, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
Western appeals to the principles of sovereignty, territorial integrity, and the autonomy of nations start to ring hollow when the country that anchors the West sets out to violate those principles so brazenly.
—Simon Shuster, The Atlantic, 21 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for anchors
Noun
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Most entertaining newscasters in the biz.—
Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 Feb. 2026
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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,
24 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Many are Latin American or African immigrants working in the agricultural, tourism or service sectors, backbones of Spain’s booming economy.—
Renata Brito,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Jan. 2026
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In the economy of tomorrow, community colleges and vocational-technical schools—optimized for true lifelong learning with apprenticeship and mentorship programs—will likely be the backbones of public and private education alike.—
Eric Holcomb,
Time,
16 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The movie follows the story of Elliot (Hoffman), an unmotivated twenty-something who secures a job with artist and provocateur Erika Tracy (Wilde).—
Christina Perrier,
InStyle,
10 Feb. 2026
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The subcontractor uses his leverage by threatening to stop his collaboration unless Heike secures more hours and revenue for him.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Still, the resolution lands at a complicated intersection for the city.—
Zachary Bynum,
CBS News,
5 Feb. 2026
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What happens if yours lands on the leap day?—
Sarah Moore,
Freep.com,
3 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Once broadcasters enter the Pete Maher broadcast booth — named after the longtime, legendary Flames broadcaster — they’re treated to some of the best sight lines in the league for broadcasters.—
Julian McKenzie,
New York Times,
3 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Beyond them, the concrete of the 21st century falls away, replaced by creamy pillars and marble paving stretching into the distance, with green hills beyond.—
Maureen O'Hare,
CNN Money,
9 Feb. 2026
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Reducing bureaucracy and streamlining industry fees are key pillars of achieving sustenance and making Nigerian producers competitive.—
Alexander Onukwue,
semafor.com,
9 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Aquazzura’s signature swirling ankle strap curves upward from the sides of the shoe and fastens the 105mm heel with a slim buckle.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
16 Dec. 2025
Verb
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According to Military Sealift Command spokesman Joseph Davila, the SBX-1 typically docks at Ford Island every 12 to 18 months for maintenance.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Nov. 2025
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The boy’s father, an exasperated man at the mercy of an Amazon-like delivery job that docks him for every second he so much as thinks about his son, is the only person who even wants to go through the effort of looking for him.—
David Ehrlich,
IndieWire,
7 Sep. 2025
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“Anchors.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/anchors. Accessed 12 Feb. 2026.
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