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as in affixed
to cause (something) to hold to another
use this paper clip to fasten your picture to the application form
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as in secured
to put securely in place or in a desired position
don't forget to fasten all the lines on your tent
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as in focused
to fix (as one's attention) steadily toward a central objective
if you could fasten your attention on one task for more than a minute, you just might get something done
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Recent Examples of fastened
Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 21 Jan. 2026
The dainty straps are fastened by a small silver buckle on the side.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 20 Jan. 2026
Remain in the vehicle with your seat belt fastened, engine off and parking brake set.
—Sam Morgen, USA Today, 19 Jan. 2026
This sustainable approach does require being able to take the building apart by all of its component materials with all of them being mechanically fastened so the building can be disassembled the same way it was constructed.
—Jennifer Castenson, Forbes.com, 17 Jan. 2026
After giving your full attention to the crew’s safety briefing, review the safety card tucked into the seatback in front of you, and keep your seat belt fastened throughout the flight.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 12 Jan. 2026
The complaint specifically cites an alleged failure to ensure the toilet was securely fastened to the floor.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 29 Dec. 2025
The silk-crepe and chiffon dress features a gauzy pink, iridescent overlay and fuschia lining with a halterneck style top fastened with candy pink feathers, and more feathers encircling the hips.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 19 Dec. 2025
Their first hoop was nothing more than iron rim fastened to a five-foot wooden post stuck out in their grass yard.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 26 Nov. 2025
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Investigators wrote that the children told authorities they were locked inside a chicken pen that was fastened shut and then shot at with BB guns during the alleged incident.
—Greg Wehner, FOXNews.com, 21 Jan. 2026
The dainty straps are fastened by a small silver buckle on the side.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 20 Jan. 2026
Remain in the vehicle with your seat belt fastened, engine off and parking brake set.
—Sam Morgen, USA Today, 19 Jan. 2026
This sustainable approach does require being able to take the building apart by all of its component materials with all of them being mechanically fastened so the building can be disassembled the same way it was constructed.
—Jennifer Castenson, Forbes.com, 17 Jan. 2026
After giving your full attention to the crew’s safety briefing, review the safety card tucked into the seatback in front of you, and keep your seat belt fastened throughout the flight.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 12 Jan. 2026
The complaint specifically cites an alleged failure to ensure the toilet was securely fastened to the floor.
—Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 29 Dec. 2025
The silk-crepe and chiffon dress features a gauzy pink, iridescent overlay and fuschia lining with a halterneck style top fastened with candy pink feathers, and more feathers encircling the hips.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 19 Dec. 2025
Their first hoop was nothing more than iron rim fastened to a five-foot wooden post stuck out in their grass yard.
—Andy Greder, Twin Cities, 26 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fastened
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The residence and attached garage were deemed a total loss after firefighters doused the flames.—
Forum News Service,
Twin Cities,
21 Jan. 2026
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The legislation would also clarify that e-bike riders need to follow regular traffic laws and sit only on the permanent, attached seat.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
21 Jan. 2026
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Donors contributing $1,000 or more will be recognized on a dedicated bronze plaque affixed to the sculpture.—
Laylan Connelly,
Oc Register,
24 Jan. 2026
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After suits pass the control checkpoint, tamper-proof microchips are affixed throughout the suit to prevent manipulation.—
Brian Melley,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Jan. 2026
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That win secured him a spot on Team USA, placing him on the Olympic development pathway through USA Boxing.—
Nina Burns,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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Objects that are outdoors should be secured and caution should be taken if driving.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
8 Jan. 2026
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Meanwhile, the experts point to Meghan Markle’s expanding business pursuits in California, where the Duchess of Sussex has focused on building an entrepreneurial empire in her home state.—
Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
28 Jan. 2026
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Another 2022 study from Rutgers University, focused on COVID-19 news, found that greater daily exposure to news about the virus was linked to higher same-day and next-day worry about the pandemic as well as feelings of hopelessness and general worry.—
Mary Kekatos,
ABC News,
28 Jan. 2026
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One is 36 and on the backside of his career but proud of the fact that he’s never missed the playoffs – which the 6-20 Clippers seemed bound to do.—
Jim Alexander,
Oc Register,
18 Dec. 2025
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These objects have hyperbolic orbits, as opposed to the bound circular or elliptical orbits of everything native to the solar system.—
Darryl Seligman,
Space.com,
15 Dec. 2025
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The game was tied at 34 after three quarters.—
Don Norcross,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Jan. 2026
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The lawsuit seeks an unspecified amount of triple damages, tied to what state government and Michigan consumers have overpaid for energy since 2022, as well as a disgorgement of corporate profits.—
JC Reindl,
Freep.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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Florida’s defense has clamped up, holding opponents to three goals or fewer in six of these eight games.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
18 Dec. 2025
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The system the engineers developed consists of a series of pneumatic tubes that deploy from a pressurized box on one side of a robotic arm, use air pressure to snake under or around a specific object, then rejoin the arm on the other side where they are clamped in place.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
17 Dec. 2025
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Bells made of copper or composition metal (like steel) are cut from sheets of metal, then folded, riveted, and shaped.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
15 Jan. 2026
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When Shahs of Sunset premiered on Bravo in 2012, viewers were instantly riveted.—
Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal,
Parents,
13 Jan. 2026
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“Fastened.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fastened. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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