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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
Research has shown that children raised with secure attachments are more likely to become independent due to the trust and security developed.
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Sherri Gordon, Parents, 22 Feb. 2026
There was very little hair to clean out after using the attachments.
—Essence Wiley, InStyle, 19 Feb. 2026
The attachments are particularly effective at removing fine hair from cloth furniture.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 18 Feb. 2026
Your mind is full of emotional attachments to things that are not rational.
—Roger Van Zanen, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 Feb. 2026
This 3-in-1 set uses the nutribullet Ultra Motor Base to power personal blending, food processor, and coffee and spice grinder attachments, delivering full-kitchen functionality within one space-saving design.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 16 Feb. 2026
Strong antivirus software can block phishing pages, scan attachments and warn you about dangerous links before damage happens.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 10 Feb. 2026
This one asks us to release what the Leo Full Moon revealed is no longer sustainable, especially around power, control, emotional attachments, and unspoken resentments.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 8 Feb. 2026
Think oversized vessels with multiple levels and attachments, such as colanders and cutting boards, to aid in prep, says Buenrostro.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Feb. 2026
Sherri Gordon, Parents, 22 Feb. 2026
There was very little hair to clean out after using the attachments.
—Essence Wiley, InStyle, 19 Feb. 2026
The attachments are particularly effective at removing fine hair from cloth furniture.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 18 Feb. 2026
Your mind is full of emotional attachments to things that are not rational.
—Roger Van Zanen, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 Feb. 2026
This 3-in-1 set uses the nutribullet Ultra Motor Base to power personal blending, food processor, and coffee and spice grinder attachments, delivering full-kitchen functionality within one space-saving design.
—Tory Johnson, ABC News, 16 Feb. 2026
Strong antivirus software can block phishing pages, scan attachments and warn you about dangerous links before damage happens.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 10 Feb. 2026
This one asks us to release what the Leo Full Moon revealed is no longer sustainable, especially around power, control, emotional attachments, and unspoken resentments.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 8 Feb. 2026
Think oversized vessels with multiple levels and attachments, such as colanders and cutting boards, to aid in prep, says Buenrostro.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for attachments
Noun
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Joining Wrexham meant those twin passions of playing and tech could combine further.—
Richard Sutcliffe,
New York Times,
20 Feb. 2026
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His passions outside of covering baseball are his wife, Gina, his two step kids, two crazy dogs & barbecue.—
Evan Grant,
Dallas Morning News,
19 Feb. 2026
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Romantic, historic, and delightfully private, L’Hôtel would be the ultimate old-world hideaway if old-world applied to the aesthetics and not the mattress and bathroom accessories.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
25 Feb. 2026
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Those in attendance were encouraged to don fire and ice accessories and dress up for the costume contest.—
Karie Angell Luc,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Alienation of affections was largely recognized in the 1800s as a tort for when a female spouse was whisked away from her husband by a third party.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
16 Jan. 2026
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But anyone willing to consider the thicket of fears, affections and recriminations that grows through the cracks of a long relationship will find in these pages an almost unbearable tenderness.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
8 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Everton were left with the impression last season that Branthwaite’s lack of big-game and cup experience had counted against him when Tuchel was weighing up his options.—
Patrick Boyland,
New York Times,
26 Feb. 2026
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The person added that officials initially considered tapping banking regulators to draft a memo for Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent before eventually putting Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network in charge of gaming out the options.—
Eleanor Mueller,
semafor.com,
26 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Sybil lives alone and spends her days fountain-penning personal letters and occasional emails that tell the story of her loves, losses, sorrows and deep regrets, through her alternately curmudgeonly and generous-hearted persona.—
Patricia Steckler,
Baltimore Sun,
21 Feb. 2026
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Here’s everything to know about the real-life loves of the cast of Shrinking.—
Skyler Trepel,
PEOPLE,
28 Jan. 2026
Noun
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When possible, move countertop appliances into a scullery, pantry, or cupboard.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Feb. 2026
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Della specializes in mini split heat pumps, HVAC and modern home appliances.—
Sportico Staff,
Sportico.com,
20 Feb. 2026
Noun
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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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Eclipses across your astrological axis (Virgo-Pisces) activate themes of independence versus commitment, asking you to honor your devotions without deflecting.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Attachments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attachments. Accessed 27 Feb. 2026.
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