Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for batten (down)
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Less than 10 minutes later, the base was locked down.—
Dakin Andone,
CNN Money,
7 Aug. 2025 -
This unique thin belt uses a locking system, which replaces the traditional hook closure that tends to stretch out over time — just slide the accessory to tighten the fit, then secure the metal lock to instantly cinch a blazer or prevent your pants from falling.—
Rylee Johnston,
People.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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The Virginia Tech alum will now look to latch onto another roster before the preseason begins in August.—
Mike Kaye,
Charlotte Observer,
25 July 2025
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Mayor Brandon Johnson promised Tuesday to crack down on smoking on Chicago Transit Authority trains and buses, latching onto an effort already underway in the City Council.—
Jake Sheridan,
Chicago Tribune,
22 July 2025
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He was barred from learning to fly as a teen due to a 1998 motorcycle crash that severed an optic nerve.—
Pete Muntean,
CNN Money,
6 Aug. 2025
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She is barred from seeking re-election next year under the state's term limits amendment.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
5 Aug. 2025
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The companies that lead in the decades ahead won't simply bolt AI onto existing workflows.—
Julian Hayes II,
Forbes.com,
12 Aug. 2025
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Neighbors and businesses bolted their doors and watched anxiously from behind curtains as police swarmed the streets.—
Alaa Elassar,
CNN Money,
10 Aug. 2025
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Hoping to be allowed to see Tyler, who is chained in solitary confinement, Thornhill tells Dr. Fairburn that Fester is there to snoop on Wednesday’s behalf.—
Selome Hailu,
Variety,
7 Aug. 2025
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Wednesday comes face-to-face with Tyler, who is chained to the wall by the wrists and has an electric-shock collar on his neck.—
Jessica M. Goldstein,
Vulture,
6 Aug. 2025
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Horton and an assistant fasten a saddle and harness ropes across the bull’s broad belly.—
Jon-Michael Banks,
Kansas City Star,
31 July 2025
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In 2021, following a public meeting held about turbulence, the NTSB made recommendations to the FAA to be more stringent about fastening seat belts for both flight attendants and passengers while flying near thunderstorms and under 20,000 feet.—
Colson Thayer,
People.com,
29 July 2025
Verb
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In episode 2, Anika (Sofia Bryant) shuts Belly's college dorm room door, which has a Bye Bye Birdie poster hung to the back of it.—
Jordana Comiter,
People.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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When is Rancho Cordova location shutting its doors?—
Sarah Linn
August 5,
Sacbee.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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The Little Golden Gate Bridge is scheduled to close again from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. every Monday through Thursday, beginning Sept. 2 until further notice, according to the release.—
NWA Democrat-Gazette,
Arkansas Online,
15 Aug. 2025
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The fire is centered just 1.5 miles south of Tamarack Resort, which closed all operations.—
Shannon Tyler,
Idaho Statesman,
14 Aug. 2025
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“Batten (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/batten%20%28down%29. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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