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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2
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
No word yet on other creative attachments to the as-yet-untitled project.
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Matt Grobar, Deadline, 9 June 2026
The vacuum and its attachments — a brush nozzle and a narrow hose nozzle — come in a case compact enough to keep in the glove compartment.
—Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 9 June 2026
Luna moves through your eighth house, bringing intimacy, vulnerability and emotional attachments into focus.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 8 June 2026
Examine the hose and attachments for clogs.
—Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 5 June 2026
Some of those same fans of other countries, though, also develop attachments to the USMNT.
—Henry Bushnell, New York Times, 4 June 2026
This radical attempt to dilute and deny family attachments is the specter haunting The Hill, a remarkable debut novel by Harriet Clark.
—Julius Taranto, The Atlantic, 1 June 2026
Letting go of attachments may challenge your sense of stability.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 31 May 2026
This model is one of the most popular options by the brand thanks to its stainless steel 5-quart mixing bowl, multiple speed settings, a reliable motor and versatile attachments.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 29 May 2026
Matt Grobar, Deadline, 9 June 2026
The vacuum and its attachments — a brush nozzle and a narrow hose nozzle — come in a case compact enough to keep in the glove compartment.
—Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 9 June 2026
Luna moves through your eighth house, bringing intimacy, vulnerability and emotional attachments into focus.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 8 June 2026
Examine the hose and attachments for clogs.
—Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 5 June 2026
Some of those same fans of other countries, though, also develop attachments to the USMNT.
—Henry Bushnell, New York Times, 4 June 2026
This radical attempt to dilute and deny family attachments is the specter haunting The Hill, a remarkable debut novel by Harriet Clark.
—Julius Taranto, The Atlantic, 1 June 2026
Letting go of attachments may challenge your sense of stability.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 31 May 2026
This model is one of the most popular options by the brand thanks to its stainless steel 5-quart mixing bowl, multiple speed settings, a reliable motor and versatile attachments.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 29 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for attachments
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Teixeira’s surge into international reflects a sea-change on independent cinema finance and his own personal passions, Teixeira confessed at ECAM Forum.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
11 June 2026
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Pidgeon herself had also made that move to New York, working odd jobs in pursuit of her passions.—
Antonia Blyth,
Deadline,
10 June 2026
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All rooms also include a RoomBar, a mini-bar reimagined for the high-performance traveler featuring artisanal cocktails, functional superfoods, and wellness accessories for the property’s AM + PM Rituals Program.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 June 2026
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The result is a category that feels less like an afterthought and more like the focal point of an outfit—a subtle reminder that the smallest accessories often carry the most weight.—
Cortne Bonilla,
Vogue,
9 June 2026
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Weapons Oscar winner Amy Madigan popped up early on in the procedural’s run, appearing in a pair of season 2 episodes as Jane, a troubled woman who became the subject of serial killer Frank Breitkopf’s (Keith Carradine) twisted affections.—
Rachel LaBonte,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 June 2026
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How can a plotline about a man (Michael Johnston) who wishes upon a magical toy branch for the unrequited love of his life (Indie Navarrette) to return his affections not involve some blood?—
Lisa Respers France,
CNN Money,
7 June 2026
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Food and drink Perhaps the easiest way to distinguish a run-of-the-mill all-inclusive from a luxury one is the food and beverage options.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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And there are multiple debt relief options available to explore now, from debt consolidation loans to debt management programs to even credit card debt forgiveness and bankruptcy for extreme cases.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
10 June 2026
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Here's everything to know about the real-life loves of the sitcom's cast since The Big Bang Theory ended in May 2019.—
Christopher Rudolph,
PEOPLE,
6 June 2026
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Kim is interested in combining her two loves, food and fashion, into one experience.—
Madeline Hirsch,
InStyle,
29 May 2026
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If time permits, disconnect utilities and appliances.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
13 June 2026
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Elsewhere, the formal dining room features parquet flooring and an integrated wet bar, while the kitchen is outfitted with premium appliances, including a Salamandar broiler and a Traulsen double-glass refrigerator, and a marble island with seating.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
12 June 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 15 Jun. 2026.
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