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 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.
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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
Video footage by a local news site showed at least one person being carried in a blanket from a boat moored on the side of a jetty into a waiting coast guard vehicle with blue flashing lights, as others appear to lead two children, one of them limping, toward the car.
—CBS News, 4 Feb. 2026
Wander past historic naval ships moored at Hyde Street Pier, watch playful sea lions lounge at Pier 39, or sip steaming clam chowder in sourdough bread bowls from Boudin Bakery & Café.
—Lewis Nunn, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
When a boat is moored, the turbine continues to operate, helping maintain battery charge and supporting equipment such as dehumidifiers during long periods in the marina.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 20 Jan. 2026
Locals, proud of the extravagant yachts moored for the night, like to tell of movie stars who make regular visits.
—Rick Steves, Chicago Tribune, 13 Jan. 2026
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
Video footage by a local news site showed at least one person being carried in a blanket from a boat moored on the side of a jetty into a waiting coast guard vehicle with blue flashing lights, as others appear to lead two children, one of them limping, toward the car.
—CBS News, 4 Feb. 2026
Wander past historic naval ships moored at Hyde Street Pier, watch playful sea lions lounge at Pier 39, or sip steaming clam chowder in sourdough bread bowls from Boudin Bakery & Café.
—Lewis Nunn, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026
When a boat is moored, the turbine continues to operate, helping maintain battery charge and supporting equipment such as dehumidifiers during long periods in the marina.
—Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 20 Jan. 2026
Locals, proud of the extravagant yachts moored for the night, like to tell of movie stars who make regular visits.
—Rick Steves, Chicago Tribune, 13 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for moored
Verb
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The ponytail began with a sleek foundation, with the lengths cinched at the crown of her head and fastened in a series of bubbles.—
Kara Nesvig,
Allure,
5 Mar. 2026
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There are some café racing elements in there too, like the pillion cover and the tubular license plate holder fastened to the swingarm's side.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
4 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Another Spanish startup, PLD Space, recently secured €180 million and plans to launch its reusable Miura 5 vehicle from French Guiana by the end of 2026.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
9 Mar. 2026
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With Mack secured, the Chargers’ priority shifts to re-signing breakout defensive star Odafe Oweh before free agency opens Wednesday.—
Senior Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The new 42nd District remains anchored in Garcia’s home base of Long Beach.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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Hundreds of tankers are anchored on either side of the strait to avoid coming under attack.—
Travis Webb,
Austin American Statesman,
9 Mar. 2026
Verb
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In one drawing, a cap fitted with interior spikes is clamped onto the artist’s skull.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
24 Feb. 2026
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Then his mouth clamped shut above his hard little set-back chin.—
Gail Sheehy,
Vanity Fair,
20 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Other songwriters might opt to wring notes of sadness from the whole squad getting hitched, but this one is winking at the listener, signifying the end of his seclusion in Europe and the embrace of fans who haven’t had an audience with him in a long time.—
Craig Jenkins,
Vulture,
6 Mar. 2026
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The clerk only found out who was getting hitched when the bride told her that her new surname would be Bessette-Kennedy.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
5 Mar. 2026
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“Moored.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/moored. Accessed 15 Mar. 2026.
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