as in attached
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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
Darleene Powells, Boston Herald, 10 June 2026
Seashell earrings feel like a natural evolution for the kind of girls who, like me, grew up with a shell necklace securely fastened around their neck each summer.
—Lidia Maseres, Glamour, 3 June 2026
The hardware gave the sandal most of its shape from the front, with each strap fastened by a large angular buckle that mirrored Bottega Veneta’s initials while nodding to the geometry that runs through the house’s intrecciato weaving.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 1 June 2026
The battery itself is housed in a box that’s fastened to a spine frame connecting the swingarm and motor to the headstock.
—New Atlas, 27 May 2026
Use the appropriate fasteners to secure it to the blocking that is fastened to the studs.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 20 May 2026
The man, then a boy, was in the back seat, with his seat belt fastened.
—Weike Wang, New Yorker, 17 May 2026
The senior catcher/outfielder leads by example, according to Joliet Catholic coach Jared Voss, who pointed to Martin working extra hard to get the tarp fastened down on the field after Monday’s East Suburban Catholic Conference game with Marist was postponed due to rain.
—Steve Millar, Chicago Tribune, 5 May 2026
Fifty-eight gazar- and organza-covered buttons lined the back of the bodice, all fastened by Rouleau loops.
—Nicole Briese, PEOPLE, 29 Apr. 2026
Verb
Advertising signs should not be fastened to a staff or halyard from which the flag is flown.
—Darleene Powells, Boston Herald, 10 June 2026
Seashell earrings feel like a natural evolution for the kind of girls who, like me, grew up with a shell necklace securely fastened around their neck each summer.
—Lidia Maseres, Glamour, 3 June 2026
The hardware gave the sandal most of its shape from the front, with each strap fastened by a large angular buckle that mirrored Bottega Veneta’s initials while nodding to the geometry that runs through the house’s intrecciato weaving.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 1 June 2026
The battery itself is housed in a box that’s fastened to a spine frame connecting the swingarm and motor to the headstock.
—New Atlas, 27 May 2026
Use the appropriate fasteners to secure it to the blocking that is fastened to the studs.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 20 May 2026
The man, then a boy, was in the back seat, with his seat belt fastened.
—Weike Wang, New Yorker, 17 May 2026
The senior catcher/outfielder leads by example, according to Joliet Catholic coach Jared Voss, who pointed to Martin working extra hard to get the tarp fastened down on the field after Monday’s East Suburban Catholic Conference game with Marist was postponed due to rain.
—Steve Millar, Chicago Tribune, 5 May 2026
Fifty-eight gazar- and organza-covered buttons lined the back of the bodice, all fastened by Rouleau loops.
—Nicole Briese, PEOPLE, 29 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fastened
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An attached hallway is decked out in murals of previous headliners, from Taylor Swift to Wrestlemania to monster trucks.—
Cam Inman,
Mercury News,
10 June 2026
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Rounding it all off is the aforementioned guest/pool house with a kitchen, plus an attached three-car garage.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
9 June 2026
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With the focus of the world affixed to the Kentucky Derby, Devaux became the first female trainer to lead a horse to the winner’s circle in the world’s most famous race.—
Danny Brewer,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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The unlawful taking of any part or accessory affixed to the interior or exterior of a motor vehicle in a manner which would make the item an attachment of the vehicle or necessary for its operation.—
Baltimore Sun staff,
Baltimore Sun,
12 June 2026
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Her bravery not only secured this conviction but has undoubtedly made her campus and our city safer.—
CBS Baltimore Staff,
CBS News,
7 June 2026
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Bass, who has served as mayor since 2022 and faced scrutiny over her handling of the devastating LA fires, advanced to a runoff after no candidate secured more than 50% of the vote in Tuesday's primary.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
6 June 2026
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Originally focused on electric-vehicle battery recycling, Redwood is now growing even more on using battery recycling to build battery energy storage for hyperscalers and the grid.—
Jordan Blum,
Fortune,
9 June 2026
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Testimony and evidence in the trial has not focused on race, but social media posts and protests outside the courthouse have divided along racial lines in a case where the victim was white and the defendant is Black.—
Amy McDaniel,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
9 June 2026
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Years later, when tragedy strikes again and a mysterious inheritance surfaces, Ruth is forced to confront unsettling truths about the women who raised her and decide whether to redefine her future or remain bound to the past.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
22 May 2026
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The bound paper booklets in which students hand-write their responses to test questions have surged in popularity during the AI explosion.—
Jamil Zaki,
CNBC,
12 May 2026
Verb
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Winery owner Joe Brandonisio of Maple Park, Illinois, told CBS News' Rob Marciano that one of his workers tied himself to a water trailer to keep from being blown away during a powerful storm.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
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Nasdaq even revised its rules to allow SpaceX to gain entry into funds tied to its indexes in 15 days, which means investors will end up buying the rocket maker’s shares much earlier.—
Bernard Condon,
Fortune,
12 June 2026
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Here, the oyster clamped swiftly shut, pinching Yara’s finger.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
19 May 2026
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Minnesota, facing elimination at 3-1 in this series, clamped up.—
Chris Branch,
New York Times,
14 May 2026
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The decision marks the latest twist in the sprawling Murdaugh saga that has riveted the public and spawned true crime documentaries, podcasts and best-selling books.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
15 May 2026
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The story of the Murdaugh family has riveted people far beyond South Carolina Lowcountry.—
Daniel Arkin,
NBC news,
13 May 2026
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“Fastened.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fastened. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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