1
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
Here, against the intimate interiority of this elegant narrative, untamed urges clash with Confucian ideals of filial piety and Buddhist undertones of the suffering caused by worldly attachments.
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Literary Hub, 28 May 2026
The handheld car vacuum kit includes a durable carrying bag, a battery and charger, a shoulder strap and multiple hose attachments.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026
The iPhone and social media have created powerful addictive products that degrade their customers’ attention spans and in-person social attachments.
—Jonathan Chait, The Atlantic, 26 May 2026
Dyson also includes three attachments, including a conical barrel, a diffuser designed for waves and curls, and a blade concentrator.
—Sheena Vasani, The Verge, 22 May 2026
Cozy attachments with others are blessed today.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 14 May 2026
No word yet on other creative attachments.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 14 May 2026
This reflective pet collar with built‑in AirTag holder is designed to keep tracking simple without extra attachments.
—Kasey Caminiti, USA Today, 11 May 2026
Graduation ceremonies are tedious to any but those with the strongest ties and attachments to a graduate.
—Judith Martin, Mercury News, 4 May 2026
Literary Hub, 28 May 2026
The handheld car vacuum kit includes a durable carrying bag, a battery and charger, a shoulder strap and multiple hose attachments.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026
The iPhone and social media have created powerful addictive products that degrade their customers’ attention spans and in-person social attachments.
—Jonathan Chait, The Atlantic, 26 May 2026
Dyson also includes three attachments, including a conical barrel, a diffuser designed for waves and curls, and a blade concentrator.
—Sheena Vasani, The Verge, 22 May 2026
Cozy attachments with others are blessed today.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 14 May 2026
No word yet on other creative attachments.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 14 May 2026
This reflective pet collar with built‑in AirTag holder is designed to keep tracking simple without extra attachments.
—Kasey Caminiti, USA Today, 11 May 2026
Graduation ceremonies are tedious to any but those with the strongest ties and attachments to a graduate.
—Judith Martin, Mercury News, 4 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for attachments
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More than 40 years later, McDonough can’t imagine doing anything other than working a kaleidoscope of colorful stones into pieces inspired by her many passions, which range from the ballet to Liverpool’s football team to the great outdoors.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
27 May 2026
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Contemporary composer Ruth Naomi Floyd uses Anderson’s life and passions as inspiration for a new body of compositions inspired by her unique fusion of authentic jazz and stately classical formations.—
Chadd Scott,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2026
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Datskovska regularly reports on the trendiest clothes and accessories of the season — and how to score them online, for less.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
26 May 2026
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Best Amazon Memorial Day Fashion Sales Amazon’s fashion department is packed with deals on airy clothes, supportive shoes, and cute and functional accessories.—
Isabel Garcia,
PEOPLE,
25 May 2026
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The atmosphere in the house is always quiet, neat and calm — even when the housemates are upset that their crush’s affections are unreturned.—
Sarah Wang,
PEOPLE,
16 May 2026
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And then there is Gomes, one of very few Wolves players to have retained the affections of supporters during a depressing decline for the club.—
Steve Madeley,
New York Times,
12 May 2026
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The other thing to consider with the current goalie depth chart is Buffalo’s two young options.—
Matthew Fairburn,
New York Times,
28 May 2026
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Center fielder Alek Thomas and utility man Tyler Fitzgerald are also potential options that wouldn’t require a 40-man roster move.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
28 May 2026
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Here’s everything to know about the real-life loves of the Dutton Ranch cast.—
Katie Mannion,
PEOPLE,
23 May 2026
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As the night unfolds, the party crowd revisits past loves, secrets, and lost dreams.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
14 May 2026
Noun
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If time allows, disconnect utilities and appliances.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
30 May 2026
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Use your smartphone to take pictures or videos of each room in your home — open closets and drawers, and record the serial numbers of items like appliances and electronics.—
Mateo Rosiles,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
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Some Anglicans, especially in Anglo-Catholic traditions, also ask for the intercession of saints and maintain Marian devotions similar to those in Roman Catholicism.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
23 Mar. 2026
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Many churches also have extra times of devotions and other activities.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 Feb. 2026
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“Attachments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attachments. Accessed 1 Jun. 2026.
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