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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
Rachel McRady, PEOPLE, 17 Oct. 2025
Rather than relying on one or two offensive anchors, Charlotte distributed scoring across its lineup.
—Colin Cerniglia, Charlotte Observer, 17 Oct. 2025
The former co-anchors made the decision to marry about a month ago.
—Raechal Shewfelt, Entertainment Weekly, 14 Oct. 2025
Weekend Update concluded with a joke off between Jost, Che, and former anchors Tina Fey, Seth Meyers and Amy Poehler, who was SNL‘s host Saturday.
—William Vaillancourt, Rolling Stone, 12 Oct. 2025
That connection—spiritual, communal, and generational—anchors Portrait, Joy’s third studio album and her boldest statement yet.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 12 Oct. 2025
In fact, Weiss has spent her first week in a flurry of meetings with anchors, producers and others at CBS and Paramount in New York and Washington to try and take stock of the status quo, and in turn to figure out what might need to change.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 10 Oct. 2025
Traditional mooring systems often become either too tight or too loose as water depths shift, causing strain on anchors and reducing the efficiency and lifespan of floating solar platforms.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 7 Oct. 2025
Weiss has never run a TV network but will now oversee hundreds of reporters, anchors, and producers.
—Annabella Rosciglione, The Washington Examiner, 6 Oct. 2025
Ted Johnson, Deadline, 22 Oct. 2025
The 56-year-old recently recounted his iconic faux pas during a conversation with Today show anchors Savannah Guthrie, Carson Daly, and Craig Melvin.
—Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 22 Oct. 2025
The Wamps, who are spearheaded by Southern New Hampshire commit Caitlin Nugent in the midfield, while Victoria Barry anchors the back line, also have three 1-0 losses to state powerhouses in Needham, Natick and Wellesley.
—Greg Dudek, Boston Herald, 21 Oct. 2025
Today, Alexander is a steady presence whose imprint anchors the company’s DNA.
—Sara Smith, Variety, 15 Oct. 2025
Flory Bidunga anchors the interior, and Self has a slew of options on the wing.
—Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 14 Oct. 2025
Inside, a camouflage-like green marble countertop anchors the kitchen.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 8 Oct. 2025
China now anchors the clean-tech supply chain, but coal reliance and an entrenched surveillance state complicate its rise.
—Peter Leyden, Big Think, 7 Oct. 2025
Plhxfr Boho Floral Area Rug, $35 with coupon Hundreds of shoppers have purchased this area rug that instantly anchors a living room, bedroom, or dining room.
—Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 4 Oct. 2025
Noun
Later in the show, the co-anchors met the couple in person on the Plaza marveling at Rachel’s massive rectangular-cut ring.
—Rachel McRady, PEOPLE, 17 Oct. 2025
Rather than relying on one or two offensive anchors, Charlotte distributed scoring across its lineup.
—Colin Cerniglia, Charlotte Observer, 17 Oct. 2025
The former co-anchors made the decision to marry about a month ago.
—Raechal Shewfelt, Entertainment Weekly, 14 Oct. 2025
Weekend Update concluded with a joke off between Jost, Che, and former anchors Tina Fey, Seth Meyers and Amy Poehler, who was SNL‘s host Saturday.
—William Vaillancourt, Rolling Stone, 12 Oct. 2025
That connection—spiritual, communal, and generational—anchors Portrait, Joy’s third studio album and her boldest statement yet.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 12 Oct. 2025
In fact, Weiss has spent her first week in a flurry of meetings with anchors, producers and others at CBS and Paramount in New York and Washington to try and take stock of the status quo, and in turn to figure out what might need to change.
—Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 10 Oct. 2025
Traditional mooring systems often become either too tight or too loose as water depths shift, causing strain on anchors and reducing the efficiency and lifespan of floating solar platforms.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 7 Oct. 2025
Weiss has never run a TV network but will now oversee hundreds of reporters, anchors, and producers.
—Annabella Rosciglione, The Washington Examiner, 6 Oct. 2025
Verb
Loizaga anchors Noticias Telemundo’s late-night newscast, with Ahora 360 marking an expansion of her role.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 22 Oct. 2025
The 56-year-old recently recounted his iconic faux pas during a conversation with Today show anchors Savannah Guthrie, Carson Daly, and Craig Melvin.
—Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 22 Oct. 2025
The Wamps, who are spearheaded by Southern New Hampshire commit Caitlin Nugent in the midfield, while Victoria Barry anchors the back line, also have three 1-0 losses to state powerhouses in Needham, Natick and Wellesley.
—Greg Dudek, Boston Herald, 21 Oct. 2025
Today, Alexander is a steady presence whose imprint anchors the company’s DNA.
—Sara Smith, Variety, 15 Oct. 2025
Flory Bidunga anchors the interior, and Self has a slew of options on the wing.
—Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 14 Oct. 2025
Inside, a camouflage-like green marble countertop anchors the kitchen.
—Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 8 Oct. 2025
China now anchors the clean-tech supply chain, but coal reliance and an entrenched surveillance state complicate its rise.
—Peter Leyden, Big Think, 7 Oct. 2025
Plhxfr Boho Floral Area Rug, $35 with coupon Hundreds of shoppers have purchased this area rug that instantly anchors a living room, bedroom, or dining room.
—Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 4 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for anchors
Noun
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Trump perceives late-night comedians and network newscasters as his enemies; Carr has gone after both within his first year on the job.—
Josef Adalian,
Vulture,
18 Sep. 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
Noun
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Driving trucks is one of the unappreciated backbones of modern civilization.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
6 Sep. 2025
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Platform product management is rarely treated as a strategic, first-class discipline, resulting in fragmented backbones that fail to support enterprise-wide innovation.—
Gaurav Dixit,
Forbes.com,
28 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The deal, confirmed by Braun’s agent Bill Duffy of WME Basketball, secures the 24-year-old as a foundational piece for a team that remains focused on contending for championships in the years ahead.—
Evan Dammarell,
MSNBC Newsweek,
20 Oct. 2025
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The Tide continue to make Week 1’s loss to Florida State look like an aberration, which secures them a first-round bye.—
Scott Dochterman,
New York Times,
19 Oct. 2025
Verb
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The rollout begins next week (Thursday, October 30), before the special then lands on Nickelodeon and Paramount+ where those services are available.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
24 Oct. 2025
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The mega-health insurers are leading the charge for more subsidies because this money lands right in their pockets.—
Stephen Moore,
Boston Herald,
23 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Removing the roof required a fair amount of engineering to ensure torsional rigidity, including strengthening the door sills, A-pillars, and adding cross-body braces.—
Sean Evans,
Robb Report,
21 Oct. 2025
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Key pillars include driving innovation, such as using AI in retail, prioritizing sustainability through its Net Zero roadmap and fostering a people-first culture that emphasizes well-being and diversity.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
21 Oct. 2025
Verb
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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
Noun
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For years, Wilson has been asked the same questions, either by reporters or friends back in Ontario.—
Sean Gentille,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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Associated Press reporters Tim Reynolds in Miami, David Lieb in Jefferson City, Missouri, and Alan Suderman in Richmond, Virginia, contributed to this report.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
25 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Pittsburgh enters Week 8 of the season with a 5-2 record but will now have to navigate the rest of the season without one of their mainstays and one of the NFL's best special teamers.—
Rowan Fisher-Shotton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Oct. 2025
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There are a few reliable mainstays of toddler life, though.—
Elisabeth Sherman,
Parents,
17 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Anchors.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/anchors. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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