1
as in affection
a feeling of strong or constant regard for and dedication to someone
I doubt that there's any permanent attachment between the two teenagers
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2
as in accessory
something that is not necessary in itself but adds to the convenience or performance of the main piece of equipment
bought a grinder attachment for the kitchen mixer
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as in allegiance
adherence to something to which one is bound by a pledge or duty
an unflinching attachment to the marriage, through times both good and bad
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Recent Examples of attachment
These Bluetooth earbuds have an attachment that fits securely around your ear, preventing them from flying out on flights, hikes, and runs.
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Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 30 Jan. 2026
Weekly Cleaning Method for a Microfiber Couch Weedman recommends dry maintenance weekly for microfiber couches via a thorough vacuum with the upholstery attachment.
—Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 30 Jan. 2026
Like dough on a mixer attachment, she was hooked.
—Donna Vickroy, Chicago Tribune, 30 Jan. 2026
The attachment system is scanning for danger, and the relationship is being used as a way to quiet that alarm.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
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Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 30 Jan. 2026
Weekly Cleaning Method for a Microfiber Couch Weedman recommends dry maintenance weekly for microfiber couches via a thorough vacuum with the upholstery attachment.
—Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 30 Jan. 2026
Like dough on a mixer attachment, she was hooked.
—Donna Vickroy, Chicago Tribune, 30 Jan. 2026
The attachment system is scanning for danger, and the relationship is being used as a way to quiet that alarm.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 28 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for attachment
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Over the subsequent stories, Goodman crafts subtle investigations of the relations between siblings, the fine blend of anxiety and pride parents feel for their offspring, and the bemused affection an aunt or uncle might feel for their aimless nieces or haphazard nephews.—
Chloe Schama,
Vogue,
24 Jan. 2026
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Chiarella is hyper-attuned to the ways that men not only shield emotion through machismo, but also couch affection in physical force.—
Natalia Winkelman,
IndieWire,
24 Jan. 2026
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Her choice of accessories included a gold choker braided with pink gemstones, which further added a touch of gothic romanticism to her look.—
Pamela Vázquez,
Glamour,
2 Feb. 2026
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In addition to food, guests browsed traditional apparel, jewelry and accessories.—
Eva Remijan-Toba,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Feb. 2026
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Business big and small have closed their doors Friday and even production on Grey’s Anatomy has closed down in allegiance.—
Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
30 Jan. 2026
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After a relatively quiet beginning to the year sitting alone in her tower, just honing her powers — and yes, dancing the night away at the Grammys and making her second Super Bowl appearance — Taylor Swift called upon us to pledge allegiance to her hands, her team and her vibes in 2025.—
Denise Warner,
Billboard,
29 Jan. 2026
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And there is inherently, there is a global love for the game.—
Ben Smith,
semafor.com,
31 Jan. 2026
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Philippa Featherington and Albion Finch The middle daughter, Philippa, is the first of the Featheringtons to find love.—
Christina Perrier,
InStyle,
31 Jan. 2026
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If the judge did take that step, the case would likely be reassigned either to another prosecutor’s office in a neighboring county or to the state Attorney General’s office – all options which come with their own drawbacks.—
Andi Babineau,
CNN Money,
2 Feb. 2026
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To schedule an appointment, please call the Lottery Player Relations office at 844-887-6836, option 2.—
Detroit Free Press Staff,
Freep.com,
2 Feb. 2026
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Kim Jee-woon’s A Bittersweet Life (2005) drew on the cool aesthetics of Jean-Pierre Melville’s gangster films while examining specifically Korean concepts of loyalty and social hierarchy.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 Jan. 2026
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Just like the zodiac, every Bridgerton character embodies a distinct persona, from bold passion and quiet devotion to intellectual chemistry and soul-level loyalty.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
28 Jan. 2026
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That zeal, her daughter explains, also defined the way Ladd led her life away from the cameras — and fueled her devotion to Beyond the Scars.—
Bailey Richards,
PEOPLE,
28 Jan. 2026
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Their sense of duty and devotion to the Crown never faltered, although Philip found his role frustrating, especially in the early years.—
Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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While Beijing has rolled out trade-in subsidies to spur sales of cars and appliances, the rebound in spending has been uneven.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
30 Jan. 2026
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But searing also often results in oil that splatters all over the stovetop (and sometimes the surrounding counters, floor, appliances…and the cook).—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Attachment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attachment. Accessed 4 Feb. 2026.
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