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as in attaches
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 secures
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 focuses
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 fastens
My favorite detail is the red ribbon on Giovanna’s right shoulder, which fastens her sleeve to her dress and floats over the darkness.
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Zachary Fine, New Yorker, 20 Apr. 2026
Aquazzura’s signature swirling ankle strap curves upward from the sides of the shoe and fastens the 105mm heel with a slim buckle.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 16 Dec. 2025
Zachary Fine, New Yorker, 20 Apr. 2026
Aquazzura’s signature swirling ankle strap curves upward from the sides of the shoe and fastens the 105mm heel with a slim buckle.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 16 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fastens
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Steve Upton, the founder of 530 Mining, attaches a GoPro camera to his helmet to film a dig for his group’s YouTube channel.—
Jennifer Wilson,
New Yorker,
4 May 2026
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For improved comfort, the Row+ comes with a fan that attaches to the display.—
Angela Moscaritolo,
PC Magazine,
30 Apr. 2026
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Loop Capital expects Wex to stage a comeback, particularly as its over-the-road (OTR) business that makes up ~30% of mobility segment secures more sales.—
Liz Napolitano,
CNBC,
28 Apr. 2026
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Canes tackle secures Necklace of the Night honors in pre-draft intros.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
24 Apr. 2026
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According to the Foundation for Ichthyosis and Related Skin Types (FIRST) there is no cure for ichthyosis and treatment focuses on lifelong management of symptoms to improve skin comfort and reduce complications.—
Vanessa Etienne,
PEOPLE,
6 May 2026
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The acquisition marks the first Asian title for Vorteks, which focuses on horror, thriller, sci-fi, action, and fantasy projects.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
6 May 2026
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Perronet visited the factory in 1739, when the pin industry had established itself through Normandy, with gold mined from the Pyrenees or silver imported from Saxony molded into the humble device of sewers and tailors which affixes badges and holds hair in place.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 Mar. 2026
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August Grove Rotella Metal Planter Planters add instant curb appeal, and this one that affixes to a railing is durable, easy to mount, and looks great on a variety of home styles.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
5 Mar. 2026
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The Pocket Grip also features a central hex drive that clamps a standard hex bit.—
Maryna Holovnova,
New Atlas,
4 Mar. 2026
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The device, which clamps onto the line just above the hook and pairs zinc and graphite in seawater, creates a small electric field about the size of a beachball around the hook, and rattles approaching sharks.—
Bill Kearney,
Sun Sentinel,
6 Feb. 2026
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Appliances, coils and range hoods The kitchen concentrates several of the most common fire hazard hotspots.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Sacbee.com,
8 May 2026
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That concentrates too much power in one group and limits independent oversight.—
Steve Scauzillo,
Daily News,
4 May 2026
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“Fastens.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fastens. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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