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
Grab a handheld vacuum with a brush attachment (most models will feature one) to save yourself some sweat when taking on the task.
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Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 10 May 2026
Or how Alex Honnold (who plays a pivotal role in this documentary) described his wariness toward romantic attachment in Free Solo.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 7 May 2026
That is a lot of people who have spent a lot of hours in a world built by Japanese designers, and no amount of television viewing can replicate that kind of participatory attachment.
—Bobby Ghosh, Time, 7 May 2026
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, 6 May 2026
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Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 10 May 2026
Or how Alex Honnold (who plays a pivotal role in this documentary) described his wariness toward romantic attachment in Free Solo.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 7 May 2026
That is a lot of people who have spent a lot of hours in a world built by Japanese designers, and no amount of television viewing can replicate that kind of participatory attachment.
—Bobby Ghosh, Time, 7 May 2026
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, 6 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for attachment
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During their first night together, just for an instant, Nikki appears to glitch, jerking back mid-kiss and looking at him with blind panic instead of undying affection.—
Alex Barasch,
New Yorker,
11 May 2026
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Locals, even some hardened to the realities of big-time sports, bought into Kiffin’s genuine affection for the people and the place.—
Chris Smith,
Vanity Fair,
11 May 2026
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Ruben Flores, who was accused of helping to dispose of Smart’s remains, was found not guilty of being an accessory to the crime.—
Richard Winton,
Los Angeles Times,
10 May 2026
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Few things cling to everything and can get everywhere like sand, so use it to give beach supplies and accessories the once-over before heading home.—
Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
10 May 2026
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Sauer emphasized domicile and allegiance as requirements for citizenship.—
Michael Szalma,
The Orlando Sentinel,
9 May 2026
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The Allied Democratic Forces, which has roots in Uganda and which pledged allegiance to the Islamic State group in 2019, has long operated in the border region.—
Jean-Yves Kamale,
Los Angeles Times,
8 May 2026
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Just as some American immigrants brought their love of the land to the Midwest and Texas, my mother’s parents carried with them an intense feeling for books.—
Nicholas Dawidoff,
New Yorker,
10 May 2026
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Villa Chardonnay Horses With Wings, a sprawling animal sanctuary tucked into the Cuyamaca Mountains in San Diego County, billed itself for years as a place where unwanted animals could find love and a second chance at life.—
Hannah Fry,
Los Angeles Times,
9 May 2026
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Later in the day, meditation sessions are also free for guests, one of the many options from the activity calendar that includes garden cricket, croquet, volleyball, basketball and bocce ball activities as well as core exercise and stretching classes.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 May 2026
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Daniel de Visé Americans who traveled on the MV Hondius cruise ship will have the option to return home, rather than to a national quarantine center, if safety protocols permit, a top health official told CNN on Sunday.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
11 May 2026
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The blockchain can include both upstream, meaning production and sourcing info, and downstream, meaning loyalty programs or insurance tied to an object, as well as repair and resale.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
6 May 2026
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With 59% of younger viewers subscribing and unsubscribing from streamers to chase specific titles, what should streaming platforms do to adapt to this shift and foster long-term loyalty?—
Jennifer Maas,
Variety,
6 May 2026
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For Wood, her dedication to preserving her showgirl house feels like a natural extension of Vegas’s longstanding devotion to visual spectacle.—
Zoey Goto,
Architectural Digest,
6 May 2026
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His devotion to older movies earned Turner a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2004.—
David Bauder,
Chicago Tribune,
6 May 2026
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Steam from bathrooms or kitchens, humidifiers, wet clothes drying indoors and poor ventilation around heating or cooking appliances can also push indoor humidity high enough to feed mold growth.—
Ryan Brennan
May 8,
Charlotte Observer,
8 May 2026
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Wide-plank oak floors, custom cabinetry, and a kitchen fitted with Gaggenau appliances keep the interiors sleek but still comfortable, while the corner living and dining area opens up naturally toward the waterfront views.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
8 May 2026
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“Attachment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attachment. Accessed 13 May. 2026.
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