as in fastening
to attach (a rope) to something so that it is secure
The climber belayed the rope.
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To install an awning involves assembling the unit and then fastening it to the siding with interlocking hangers.—
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In a video shared on Facebook by comedian Mike Goldstein, the man can be seen stumbling out of the bathroom while still fastening his belt.—
Desiree Anello,
PEOPLE,
17 May 2026
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But as the old saw has it, a lie goes round the world while the truth is tying its bootlaces.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
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The second quarter started with a bang, with BC High tying it back up at three right off the faceoff.—
Erik Anderson,
Boston Herald,
10 June 2026
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Also included in the file is a newspaper clipping of a statement from Earhart’s mother, Amy Otis Earhart, from July 24, 1949.—
Ashley J. DiMella,
FOXNews.com,
10 Dec. 2025
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Our favorite feature is the removable wristlet strap and keyring, which makes clipping it to a carry-on backpack, weekender, or duffel bag a breeze.—
Michelle Baricevic,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Dec. 2025
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Both Chu and Ouellette are extremely talented and decorated hockey players, with Chu being a 5-time world champion and Ouellette clinching the title 6 times.—
Mathew Rodriguez,
Them.,
11 Dec. 2025
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With new life, Reid’s Eagles routed Tony Romo’s Cowboys 44-6 later that afternoon, clinching the NFC’s final Wild Card berth.—
Pete Sweeney,
Kansas City Star,
8 Dec. 2025
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“Belaying.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/belaying. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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