FASTENS (ON) Synonyms: 59 Similar and Opposite Words

fastens (on)

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present tense third-person singular of fasten (on)

as in latches (on or onto)

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Vogue Business speaks to a host of industry insiders and career guides on how to be the one who secures it.

— Cami Fateh, Vogue, 15 July 2026
Volleyball legend Karch Kiraly, the only athlete with Olympic golds in both indoor and beach volleyball, emphasizes that while talent wins matches, talent combined with strong culture secures Olympic medals.

— Tim Genske, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026

Definition of secures

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For years, Guerin has held onto his veteran core like a grandmother clutches her third-generation pearls.

— Michael Russo, New York Times, 2 July 2026
In the midst of handing the job over to his son, even as Diego is making a speech about water supplies, hygiene and education, Don Alejandro snatches it back to cheers, clutches his heart and dies.

— Television Critic, Los Angeles Times, 30 June 2026

Definition of clutches

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Your makeup will only look as good as your base, and the hydrating formula leaves a beautiful, glowy canvas that grips onto foundation and prevents makeup from settling into fine lines.

— Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 8 July 2026
This Laura Geller hydrating primer creates a silky-smooth canvas that grips your foundation for all-day wear.

— Madeline Merinuk, PEOPLE, 20 June 2026

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