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as in passions
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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as in accessories
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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Recent Examples of attachments
While the former aids in the reduction of puffiness and dark circles in the under-eye area based on hot and cold contrast therapy, the latter comes with three attachments for relieving muscle pain, tension, and soreness through rapid pulsations.
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Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 27 Oct. 2025
Utilizing connectors located around the perimeter of the base, various attachments (which definitely add some weight of their own) can be added for different types of exercises.
—New Atlas, 27 Oct. 2025
Wash attachments in warm, soapy water in the sink.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 24 Oct. 2025
There are 10 speeds for nearly any task, and there are also 10 attachments available that transform your mixer into a pasta maker, a veggie cutter and more.
—Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 22 Oct. 2025
Cannon determined in August that Marasco met the requirements for substitute service of Swift in this case by filing an affidavit of compliance and accompanying attachments showing compliance with the notice, mailing and filing requirements.
—Jenna Sundel, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Oct. 2025
Back in August, OpenAI published an update to ChatGPT with stronger controls on the bot’s responses to certain conversational topics amid mounting concern that some users are building harmful emotional attachments to chatbots.
—Jack Guy, CNN Money, 15 Oct. 2025
Designed to minimize the risks faced by troops on the frontlines, Ukraine’s NUMO ground robot features a modular design that accommodates a range of attachments, from turrets and relay masts to wire cutters and mine-clearing equipment.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 12 Oct. 2025
Even the attachments are more impressive, like the Fluffy optic cleaner head, which now has a brighter green light to illuminate invisible dust on hardwood floors.
—PC Magazine, 9 Oct. 2025
Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 27 Oct. 2025
Utilizing connectors located around the perimeter of the base, various attachments (which definitely add some weight of their own) can be added for different types of exercises.
—New Atlas, 27 Oct. 2025
Wash attachments in warm, soapy water in the sink.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 24 Oct. 2025
There are 10 speeds for nearly any task, and there are also 10 attachments available that transform your mixer into a pasta maker, a veggie cutter and more.
—Christopher Murray
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 22 Oct. 2025
Cannon determined in August that Marasco met the requirements for substitute service of Swift in this case by filing an affidavit of compliance and accompanying attachments showing compliance with the notice, mailing and filing requirements.
—Jenna Sundel, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Oct. 2025
Back in August, OpenAI published an update to ChatGPT with stronger controls on the bot’s responses to certain conversational topics amid mounting concern that some users are building harmful emotional attachments to chatbots.
—Jack Guy, CNN Money, 15 Oct. 2025
Designed to minimize the risks faced by troops on the frontlines, Ukraine’s NUMO ground robot features a modular design that accommodates a range of attachments, from turrets and relay masts to wire cutters and mine-clearing equipment.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 12 Oct. 2025
Even the attachments are more impressive, like the Fluffy optic cleaner head, which now has a brighter green light to illuminate invisible dust on hardwood floors.
—PC Magazine, 9 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for attachments
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A lot of times, people are nervous to let their passions fully engulf them.—
Megan Sauer,
CNBC,
24 Oct. 2025
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Still, Diana and Willie remained a team, supporting their son's passions and staying actively involved in his life.—
Nasha Smith,
PEOPLE,
24 Oct. 2025
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In addition to a dedicated space for Phoebe Philo in its Chengdu location, SND Guangzhou, the only retailer to carry the brand in the city, offers a selection of items from Collection C, which offers apparel, leather goods, shoes, and accessories.—
Tianwei Zhang,
Footwear News,
27 Oct. 2025
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This generation favors quality over quantity, choosing native plants and unique accessories that tell a story.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
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Overall, Venus in Libra will be a whimsical time to embrace our affections and aspirations for a select group of special people or one individual in particular.—
Lisa Stardust,
Refinery29,
14 Oct. 2025
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Macken played Davis Collins, a rancher who served as a rival to Josh Duhamel’s Staten Kirkland — and also competed with Staten for the affections of Minka Kelly’s Quinn O’Grady.—
Dave Nemetz,
TVLine,
22 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Choose from the gray, blue, brown, and white options for a discount, or opt for the all-black bath mat for just $23.—
Mia Huelsbeck,
PEOPLE,
25 Oct. 2025
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As America grew more urbanized, the options for mayhem at times became more dangerous, such as setting fires or pedestrian tripwires.—
Chris Kenning,
USA Today,
24 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Here’s everything to know about the real-life loves of the Boston Blue cast.—
Emy LaCroix,
PEOPLE,
17 Oct. 2025
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Cordelia, who’s estimated to be 3 years old, lets nothing slow her down and exploring outside is at the top of her list of loves, if only given the chance.—
TJ Macias,
Kansas City Star,
2 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Nixon pointed to the kitchen and its modern appliances as a sign of the opportunities capitalism can provide.—
Justin Worland,
Time,
24 Oct. 2025
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Earlier this month, China significantly tightened its restrictions on rare earth elements, which make up a key input in semiconductors found in an array of products from cars to home appliances.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
23 Oct. 2025
Noun
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In the 15th century, Sufi mystics are said to have consumed it to stay awake during long nights of prayer and devotions.—
Ali Halit Diker,
CNN Money,
26 Aug. 2025
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“Attachments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attachments. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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