1
as in attaching
to cause (something) to hold to another
use this paper clip to fasten your picture to the application form
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2
as in securing
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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3
as in focusing
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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as in yoke
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Recent Examples of fastening
Elizabeth Grace Coyne, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025
But then came the reveal: a shapeless dress made from very light fabric, and instead of a silver fastening, there was artwork of a silver star.
—Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Aug. 2025
Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2025
In total, roughly 700 lashers responsible for securing and fastening cargo on ships walked off the job.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 15 Oct. 2025
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Verb
Detailed with a short box heel and small buckle fastening, the T-strap shoe was often worn with a micro mini skirt—a pairing which, working in tandem with the shoe’s upright detailing, worked to elongate the wearer’s leg line and add a flirty, youthful elegance to one’s look.
—Elizabeth Grace Coyne, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2025
But then came the reveal: a shapeless dress made from very light fabric, and instead of a silver fastening, there was artwork of a silver star.
—Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Aug. 2025
Noun
The Faye, named after actress Faye Dunaway, is cut with an open toe, ultra-thin straps and a small buckle-fastening ankle strap.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2025
In total, roughly 700 lashers responsible for securing and fastening cargo on ships walked off the job.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 15 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fastening
Verb
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The drain outlets feature 40-mm valves for attaching a hose to better manage and direct the drainage flow or connect to a campsite drainage hookup.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
31 Oct. 2025
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Aside from Larsson, other trendsetters are joining in on the trend, attaching chains, keychains and other baubles to their jeans.—
Andre Claudio,
Sourcing Journal,
31 Oct. 2025
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McMahon improved in the playoffs and was one of the Yankees' most consistent performers, securing his role for next season.—
Shaun McAvoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Oct. 2025
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White pointed out that during the challenging global economic backdrop of the past two years, Linde grew operating cash and EPS by mid to high single digits while contractually securing a record-high, high-quality project backlog.—
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CNBC,
31 Oct. 2025
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Archer isn’t the only eVTOL company focusing on the UAE with Joby, one of its main competitors, hoping to launch in Dubai next year, with launch facilities currently under construction as sites including Dubai International Airport, according to Aviation Week.—
James Bickerton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
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Attempting to block out everything off the court and focusing on basketball seems to be a strategy filtering down from Splitter who remained guarded in his press conference after the game when asked about Billups.—
Issy Ronald,
CNN Money,
25 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The characters from Malczewski’s canvases march through successive decades, fighting and fleeing various yokes.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
29 Oct. 2025
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Try the trend in this dark-wash style with slimming mesh panels, a curved back yoke, classic five-pocket styling, and petite sizes 0–16.—
Jamie Allison Sanders,
PEOPLE,
6 Oct. 2025
Verb
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In August, Vogue described how fashionistas and celebrities are affixing Labubus to their expensive Birkins and Chanel bags.—
Lisa Gutierrez,
Kansas City Star,
5 Oct. 2025
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In Wisconsin, the secretary of state is responsible for recording acts of the governor, affixing the great seal, keeping custody of state records, laws, books and more.—
Hope Karnopp,
jsonline.com,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
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When an aneurysm bursts, Moore said, clamping or coiling — filling the bubble with wire — are effective treatments.—
Kaan Ozcan,
NBC news,
23 Oct. 2025
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For best results, hold it for a few seconds after clamping, then repeat from the base to the tip of the lashes to lock in the curl—there’s an art to it, after all.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
18 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Difficulty concentrating is a common complaint among people experiencing SAD, Justin Puder, PhD, a psychologist based in Boca Raton, Florida, tells SELF.—
Maggie O'Neill,
SELF,
20 Oct. 2025
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This effect is analogous to concentrating sunlight with a magnifying glass to ignite a dry leaf.—
Richard J. Price,
The Conversation,
15 Oct. 2025
Noun
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In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, or a large bowl with a hand mixer, beat cold heavy cream on medium for 1 minute.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
2 Nov. 2025
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Lastly, a steamer with window/glass attachment is a must.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
1 Nov. 2025
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“Fastening.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fastening. Accessed 5 Nov. 2025.
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