Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fastened (on)
Verb
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The agency said visits could resume now that the area around Delaney Hall has been secured.—
Adam Reiss,
NBC news,
31 May 2026 -
For guests who secured early reservations, the opening offered more than first access to the cocktail menu.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
31 May 2026
Verb
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With the entire circumference surrounded by a sea of humanity, Bishnoi hung back, her hands clasped in front of her mouth, while Rai went and lofted the Wanamaker Trophy above his head.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
18 May 2026
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Hands clasped, head bowed, blank and fair of face.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
8 May 2026
Verb
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The bride clutched a casual bouquet of yellow and white cut flowers.—
Kim Willis,
USA Today,
31 May 2026
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Teoscar Hernandez clutched at his left hamstring after running out a ground ball in the second inning.—
Bill Plunkett,
Oc Register,
28 May 2026
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“Fastened (on).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fastened%20%28on%29. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.
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