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
Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 June 2026
The shoes are crafted with four scalloped straps that wrap the front of the foot, and are decorated with rows of sparkly crystals.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 12 June 2026
The purchase includes wrist straps, a winder and a high-quality storage bag.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 12 June 2026
Most snipped small bits from her skirt and sweater, but in one notorious rendition in New York, preserved on film, a man gleefully hacked off the torso portion of her slip, then sliced the straps of her bra, leaving her to draw her arms protectively around her breasts.
—Julie L. Belcove, Architectural Digest, 12 June 2026
Its anti-theft features include locking zippers that deter thieves, cut-resistant straps, and an interior that’s built with RFID protection.
—Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 11 June 2026
Removable straps keep the style versatile.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 11 June 2026
My favorite detail is the adjustable criss-cross back straps, which tie into a romantic bow.
—Olivia Cigliano, InStyle, 10 June 2026
Flattering details include shirring and tummy control, along with supportive features such as adjustable straps and underwire.
—ABC News, 6 June 2026
Noun
With adjustable straps, a thick elastic band, empire waist, and a ruffle trim, this Grace Karin maxi will become the most versatile dress in your closet.
—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 June 2026
The shoes are crafted with four scalloped straps that wrap the front of the foot, and are decorated with rows of sparkly crystals.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 12 June 2026
The purchase includes wrist straps, a winder and a high-quality storage bag.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 12 June 2026
Most snipped small bits from her skirt and sweater, but in one notorious rendition in New York, preserved on film, a man gleefully hacked off the torso portion of her slip, then sliced the straps of her bra, leaving her to draw her arms protectively around her breasts.
—Julie L. Belcove, Architectural Digest, 12 June 2026
Its anti-theft features include locking zippers that deter thieves, cut-resistant straps, and an interior that’s built with RFID protection.
—Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 11 June 2026
Removable straps keep the style versatile.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 11 June 2026
My favorite detail is the adjustable criss-cross back straps, which tie into a romantic bow.
—Olivia Cigliano, InStyle, 10 June 2026
Flattering details include shirring and tummy control, along with supportive features such as adjustable straps and underwire.
—ABC News, 6 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for straps
Noun
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The six-by-six-foot piece is composed entirely of belts — dozens of them — arranged carefully across the canvas.—
Nia Dumas,
NPR,
16 June 2026
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His first attempt to unify the belts came at UFC 254 in October 2020.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
Verb
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Start with this sleek, minimalist Sofia European belt that cinches the waist and makes the tee tucked into the jeans look a bit more styled, and bring it all together with these Italian leather slingback pumps, which are just sharp enough to make a casual denim-and-tee combo look luxe.—
Tanya Sharma,
PEOPLE,
15 June 2026
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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
Noun
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Someone in Malta wants two tapes and an album, but postage would be $160.—
Dana Harris-Bridson,
IndieWire,
10 June 2026
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Set in Chinatown 1999, the film pays homage to the 1970s golden era of martial arts films, as well as nostalgically recreating the world of video stores and VHS tapes.—
Liz Shackleton,
Deadline,
10 June 2026
Verb
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And while average state surpluses over the past decade have surpassed that number many times over, Connecticut’s budget is subject to a spending cap that ties its own growth to household income and inflation.—
Keith M. Phaneuf,
Hartford Courant,
19 June 2026
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The phrase ties together themes found throughout the wall, including music, celebration and community.—
J.M. Banks
June 18,
Kansas City Star,
18 June 2026
Verb
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To no one’s surprise, Bonnie is immediately transfixed by her Lilypad (voiced by Greta Lee, whose arrogant smarm effectively threads the needle between Maya Hawke’s Anxiety and Regina George’s everything else).—
David Ehrlich,
IndieWire,
16 June 2026
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For something more guided, there’s a kaiseki-style tasting menu that threads together raw fish, the cicchetti, and a bowl of tsukemen.—
Jenn Rice,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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“Straps.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/straps. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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