as in inclined
having a liking or affection
was rather attached to her old stuffed animals
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as in affixed
to cause (something) to hold to another
you can attach the buttons to the puppet with fabric glue
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as in appointed
to pick (someone) by one's authority for a specific position or duty
attached the colonel to the new regiment
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as in confiscated
to take ownership or control of (something) by right of one's authority
attached the house for nonpayment of property taxes
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Recent Examples of attached
Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 5 Jan. 2026
Still, this nine-bedroom abode that spreads out over 16,500 square feet on interiors with an attached guest house has just enough rural charm (and luxuries) to captivate on its own.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 4 Jan. 2026
Television Critic, Los Angeles Times, 8 Jan. 2026
City records show a handful of names have been attached to the property in recent years.
—Tyler Faurot, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Jan. 2026
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Adjective
Video footage from the rescue showed a firefighter wading towards the confused animal and grabbing it before the two were pulled back to the shore via the attached ropes.
—Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 5 Jan. 2026
Still, this nine-bedroom abode that spreads out over 16,500 square feet on interiors with an attached guest house has just enough rural charm (and luxuries) to captivate on its own.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 4 Jan. 2026
Verb
The name of internationally bestselling mystery machine Harlan Coben is attached to two of these, one fiction, one non.
—Television Critic, Los Angeles Times, 8 Jan. 2026
City records show a handful of names have been attached to the property in recent years.
—Tyler Faurot, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for attached
Adjective
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And Michael Hodges is musically inclined and, uh, a savant in many ways.—
Craig Lindsey,
Houston Chronicle,
8 Jan. 2026
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While the Rodríguez siblings may be prepared to absorb this to preserve stability and their own survival, hard-line military figures could be far less inclined to do so.—
Rebecca Hanson,
The Conversation,
6 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The unlawful taking of any part or accessory affixed to the interior or exterior of a motor vehicle in a manner which would make the item an attachment of the vehicle or necessary for its operation.—
Baltimore Sun staff,
Baltimore Sun,
9 Jan. 2026
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For decades, the postmark — a mark affixed by the Postal Service that shows where and when mail was accepted — has been used in law as proof that an individual met a deadline, such as submitting a ballot by Election Day.—
Sarah D. Wire,
Freep.com,
9 Jan. 2026
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Ahead of Saturday's must-win game, Sanders appointed five-star freshman Julian Lewis the team's starting quarterback.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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Members of the Little Rock housing authority's board of commissioners on Friday voted to recommend that Keith Fountain be appointed to a five-year term on the board.—
Joseph Flaherty,
Arkansas Online,
8 Nov. 2025
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The property of citizens has been confiscated, there are floggings, and attacks.—
Ivana Kottasová,
CNN Money,
30 Oct. 2025
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But before heading to the airport, fliers might want to brush up on Transportation Security Administration alcohol laws to avoid having any drinks confiscated at security.—
Marina Johnson,
Louisville Courier Journal,
28 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Through these activities, garden partners are often able to remember and share fond memories of gardening with spouses and other family members.—
The San Diego Union Tribune,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 Nov. 2025
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Bobby Moynihan is lending his voice to a new Batman project — and has fond memories of crossing paths with multiple iconic actors who played the Caped Crusader during his tenure at Saturday Night Live.—
Wesley Stenzel,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The interface incorporates gamification elements such as badges, achievements, and cocktail discovery missions tied to different locations.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
7 Jan. 2026
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That’s the difference between having a mere below-average QB versus an awful one tied to your receiver.—
Michael Salfino,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The Wicked star is nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress — Motion Picture — Musical or Comedy once again in 2026, following the same nomination last year for her work in the film's first installment.—
Charna Flam,
PEOPLE,
7 Jan. 2026
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Since the Academy expanded the best picture field in 2009, 61 of the 80 films nominated for SAG ensemble — a 76% success rate — have also received best picture nominations, underscoring the category’s value as a reliable Oscar indicator.—
Clayton Davis,
Variety,
6 Jan. 2026
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And if the elements are glued on, the dryer is likely to cause the glue to melt.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
7 Jan. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Attached.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attached. Accessed 11 Jan. 2026.
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