as in belts
a narrow and usually flat piece of a material that is used for fastening, holding together, or wrapping something
She had the nervous habit of fiddling with the strap of her watch.
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Recent Examples of straps
Kayla Kitts, Travel + Leisure, 9 May 2026
To start, the purse comes with two straps, both made from the same durable leather.
—Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 9 May 2026
If an athlete’s muscles fail or the bar slips, the interior straps — capable of supporting 1,500 pounds — catch the weight rather than metal spotter arms attached outside the cage.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 May 2026
The upper features criss-crossing straps across the toes and skinner straps encircling the ankle.
—Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 4 May 2026
Padded straps protect shoulders, and many have belts and snaps to help secure heavier loads.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 1 May 2026
Noun
The waterproof nylon exterior includes slash-resistant lining and straps, locking clasps to secure valuables, and RFID-blocking technology to help ward off pickpockets.
—Kayla Kitts, Travel + Leisure, 9 May 2026
To start, the purse comes with two straps, both made from the same durable leather.
—Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 9 May 2026
If an athlete’s muscles fail or the bar slips, the interior straps — capable of supporting 1,500 pounds — catch the weight rather than metal spotter arms attached outside the cage.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 May 2026
The upper features criss-crossing straps across the toes and skinner straps encircling the ankle.
—Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 4 May 2026
Padded straps protect shoulders, and many have belts and snaps to help secure heavier loads.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 1 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for straps
Noun
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Prosecutors said that the group targeted trucks carrying Louis Vuitton merchandise, including sunglasses, handbags, shoes and belts.—
Caleb Lunetta,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 May 2026
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And like the plushie toys, designer goods — bags, belts, shoes and sunglasses — make for an impressive show-and-tell.—
Kaleigh Werner,
Footwear News,
7 May 2026
Noun
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Yoo, now 41, grew up in the countryside recording his favorite shows on VHS tapes.—
Nicholas Quah,
Vulture,
7 May 2026
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Brind’Amour said of Huffine, who was doing the job back when his desk was stacked with VHS tapes.—
Cory Lavalette,
New York Times,
7 May 2026
Verb
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For a sporty option, try a funnel neck bomber jacket, and opt for one that cinches at the waist or hip to accentuate your shape.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
1 May 2026
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The vest subtly cinches at the waist, creating a flattering shape.—
Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
14 Apr. 2026
Verb
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That ties the 1992-93 Heat roster for the most on any opening night roster in franchise history.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
8 May 2026
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This directly ties to one of my top priorities, which is transparency.—
Mercury News & East Bay Times Editorial Boards,
Mercury News,
7 May 2026
Verb
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Naema is the protagonist whose story threads throughout the whole trilogy, even as other characters come and go.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Apr. 2026
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Few journeys bring you as close to this breathtaking landscape as the Rocky Mountaineer, a train that threads through canyons, forests, and mountain passes.—
Taryn White,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Apr. 2026
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“Straps.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/straps. Accessed 14 May. 2026.
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