BATTENS Synonyms: 99 Similar and Opposite Words

battens

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present tense third-person singular of batten

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The twisting barrel easily clamps to hair (without pulling) and gives you long-lasting curls for up to two days.

— Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 23 June 2026
The Pocket Grip also features a central hex drive that clamps a standard hex bit.

— Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 4 Mar. 2026

Definition of clamps

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Ships, like airplanes, are designed with fluid dynamics in mind, and biofoul seriously messes that up.

— David Goldman, CNN Money, 23 June 2026
From pet hair to crumbs, this Shark handheld cordless vacuum cleaner can tackle messes large and small, thanks to strong suction and a self-cleaning brush that resists pet hair accumulation.

— BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026

Definition of messes

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And then there’s the Intergovernmental Cooperation Act, which basically nails the federal government for not consulting with the county or state on the project.

— Nick Bhasin, Mercury News, 28 July 2026
Most anti-theft bags lean practical first and stylish second, but this Vantamo crescent bag nails both equally.

— Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 25 July 2026

Definition of nails

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Patricia Silvia’s family fills the first two rows of the small viewing room attached to the execution chamber.

— Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 22 Aug. 2026
Ella Langley Claims Two Top Five Albums Langley fills two spaces inside the top five on the Top Country Albums chart this week.

— Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 22 Aug. 2026

Definition of fills

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Perronet visited the factory in 1739, when the pin industry had established itself through Normandy, with gold mined from the Pyrenees or silver imported from Saxony molded into the humble device of sewers and tailors which affixes badges and holds hair in place.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 9 Mar. 2026
August Grove Rotella Metal Planter Planters add instant curb appeal, and this one that affixes to a railing is durable, easy to mount, and looks great on a variety of home styles.

— Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 5 Mar. 2026

Definition of affixes

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Dovile, who calmly accepts her parents’ divorce when it’s announced to her, lashes out in school by attacking a boy for calling Ukrainians Nazis.

— Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 21 Aug. 2026
The best mascaras for older women help coat lashes with color while addressing the annoying issues that come with age.

— Micaela English, Glamour, 14 Aug. 2026

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All of my essentials are packed in my Stowaway, which clips into my weekender as a bag organizer, and can clip out to be worn on its own as a crossbody when walking around during the day or as a clutch when going out in the evening.

— Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 16 July 2026
This compact tote folds into a small pouch that clips directly onto your keys and expands into a functional bag when needed.

— Corein Carter, Forbes.com, 29 May 2026

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