as in fastened
to put securely in place or in a desired position
moored the boat to the dock
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Recent Examples of moored
In it, after her fisherman husband disappears at sea, Telsi takes a job as a cleaning lady on a boat moored at the local marina, guarded by a group of women.
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John Hopewell, Variety, 8 Apr. 2026
O’Shea noted that, while his works touches on politics, his ultimate aims aren’t moored to political parties or individual elections.
—Robert Schmad, The Washington Examiner, 8 Apr. 2026
The barge was moored about 25 miles northwest of Ketchikan.
—CBS News, 19 Mar. 2026
Schoolchildren play around rusted hulls of fishing boats moored in the desert—quiet memorials to what’s been lost.
—Michael Snyder, Saveur, 11 Mar. 2026
In fact, Indian cuisine in general is moored in Ayurveda, an ancient system of holistic health care whose rich history dates back over 5,000 years.
—Kalpana Mohan, Mercury News, 4 Mar. 2026
With Atlas, users can track vessels, aircraft and ports with live data updated every two hours, including precise vessel statuses (moored, at anchor or in-transit) and port dwell times.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 27 Feb. 2026
Set the scene Nearly all guests arrive the most comfortable way, connecting through San Juan on a Tradewind Aviation prop plane to Tortola's Beef Island, a 90-minute ride low enough to count the sailboats moored off Virgin Gorda.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Feb. 2026
Just as its name implies, this oversized two-story vessel sits moored in the tranquil waters of Montego Bay, serving an extensive menu of mostly seafood dishes, but with a little something for every diner.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 23 Feb. 2026
John Hopewell, Variety, 8 Apr. 2026
O’Shea noted that, while his works touches on politics, his ultimate aims aren’t moored to political parties or individual elections.
—Robert Schmad, The Washington Examiner, 8 Apr. 2026
The barge was moored about 25 miles northwest of Ketchikan.
—CBS News, 19 Mar. 2026
Schoolchildren play around rusted hulls of fishing boats moored in the desert—quiet memorials to what’s been lost.
—Michael Snyder, Saveur, 11 Mar. 2026
In fact, Indian cuisine in general is moored in Ayurveda, an ancient system of holistic health care whose rich history dates back over 5,000 years.
—Kalpana Mohan, Mercury News, 4 Mar. 2026
With Atlas, users can track vessels, aircraft and ports with live data updated every two hours, including precise vessel statuses (moored, at anchor or in-transit) and port dwell times.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 27 Feb. 2026
Set the scene Nearly all guests arrive the most comfortable way, connecting through San Juan on a Tradewind Aviation prop plane to Tortola's Beef Island, a 90-minute ride low enough to count the sailboats moored off Virgin Gorda.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Feb. 2026
Just as its name implies, this oversized two-story vessel sits moored in the tranquil waters of Montego Bay, serving an extensive menu of mostly seafood dishes, but with a little something for every diner.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 23 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for moored
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While other contestants achieved varying results by playing it straight, Rhod Gilbert tied up Horne instead, leaving Horne unable to untie the flimsy rope that Gilbert fastened around his own wrists.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
8 Apr. 2026
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When fastened, the zippers are locked in place, and pickpockets would have to fidget for a moment to get the gadget undone, giving you time to react.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Apr. 2026
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Brandi is a top zip crossbody with a fold over front flap secured with a magnetic closure.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
13 Apr. 2026
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Jason Adam came out of the bullpen to get the final out with the bases loaded as the Padres secured a 9-5 victory over the Colorado Rockies at Petco Park.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 Apr. 2026
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The court said that Netflix’s most recent price increase last year was legally implemented since they were anchored to specific service changes and regulatory obligations, among other things.—
Winston Cho,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Apr. 2026
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The Dannebroge anchored at the center of Denmark’s defensive line in the shallow anchorage outside Copenhagen.—
Samantha Agate,
Miami Herald,
5 Apr. 2026
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Needing a stop, Aaron Gordon clamped De’Aaron Fox to force an air-ball at the shot clock buzzer.—
Bennett Durando,
Denver Post,
4 Apr. 2026
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Plus, a locking feature keeps the plates clamped shut for easier, safer storage in your bag.—
Daley Quinn,
Glamour,
23 Mar. 2026
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That starts before the trailer is even hitched to the tow vehicle, as the unit can locate the tow vehicle hitch and secure in place at the touch of a command on the accompanying app.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
13 Mar. 2026
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Speculation began circulating that the pair had already gotten hitched after March 1, following an Access Hollywood interview with Roach on the red carpet at the Actor Awards.—
Raechal Shewfelt,
Entertainment Weekly,
10 Mar. 2026
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“Moored.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/moored. Accessed 14 Apr. 2026.
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