BELAYED Synonyms: 75 Similar and Opposite Words

belayed

verb

past tense of belay

as in fastened

to attach (a rope) to something so that it is secure The climber belayed the rope.

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In addition to the thong sandal straps on the vamp, the shoes also feature a slim slingback strap that wraps around the heel and is fastened by a small tonal buckle.

— Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 4 Sep. 2026
Koko is watching for cops and keeping an eye on the numbers flashing on a small, homemade device fastened to his windshield.

— Jack Crosbie, Rolling Stone, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of fastened

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In March, Woods was traveling at a high rate of speed on Jupiter Island when his Land Rover clipped a truck and rolled onto its side.

— Ryan Gaydos OutKick, FOXNews.com, 2 Sep. 2026
In March, Woods' Land Rover clipped a truck, rolled onto its side and the legendary golfer was arrested, officials said.

— ABC News, ABC News, 1 Sep. 2026

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Now Arkansas will have to keep up with a Utah squad that hung 66 points and 633 yards in its own season-opening win over an FCS opponent.

— Justin Williams, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026
Images of the smoldering rubble, of Manhattan streets blanketed in ash and the sheets of paper that remained of so many working lives, of American flags hung from windows and car antennas, continued to fill our screens.

— Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 10 Sep. 2026

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In the real world, the Angels clinched their 11th consecutive losing season before the calendar turned to September.

— Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 1 Sep. 2026
Shelton has clinched four titles alone in 2026, and seven in total across his burgeoning career, having gone pro in 2022.

— Nick Remsen, Vanity Fair, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of clinched

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As the recording played, with Davis recounting seeing the ambulance that was carrying the rapper, Shakur’s sister clenched her left hand against her mouth.

— Taylor Romine, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2026
Clad in the world champion’s rainbows, Evenepoel clenched both his fists, beamed a toothy grin, and hugged his soigneur.

— Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 22 July 2026

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Owen Coyle has been given the title of player pathways manager and oversees the progress of the numerous players Forest have out on loan, including Tyler Bindon at Charlton and Zach Abbott, who joined Southampton.

— Paul Taylor, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
Cubs slugger Pete Crow-Armstrong hit his 40th home run and joined Philadelphia's Kyle Schwarber (42) as the only players to reach the mark this season.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 7 Sep. 2026

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