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as in attaching
to cause (something) to hold to another
use this paper clip to fasten your picture to the application form
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as in securing
to put securely in place or in a desired position
don't forget to fasten all the lines on your tent
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as in focusing
to fix (as one's attention) steadily toward a central objective
if you could fasten your attention on one task for more than a minute, you just might get something done
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Recent Examples of fastening
Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 6 Aug. 2024
The rapper looked the part in a competition-ready black tailcoat featuring six-button fastening over a white polo and matching trousers.
—Charlie Carballo, WWD, 3 Aug. 2024
Stanley Black & Decker, which also makes fastening and assembly systems, jumped 7.5% on Tuesday’s release following last week’s 9.7% gain.
—Zev Fima, CNBC, 30 July 2024
Their signature square necklines, bow fastenings, puff sleeves, and smocked or boned bodices are similar to those worn in the series.
—Victoria Montalti, refinery29.com, 14 June 2024
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It can then be anchored to the ground using a storm-resistant fastening set with reflective belts.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 6 Aug. 2024
The rapper looked the part in a competition-ready black tailcoat featuring six-button fastening over a white polo and matching trousers.
—Charlie Carballo, WWD, 3 Aug. 2024
Stanley Black & Decker, which also makes fastening and assembly systems, jumped 7.5% on Tuesday’s release following last week’s 9.7% gain.
—Zev Fima, CNBC, 30 July 2024
Their signature square necklines, bow fastenings, puff sleeves, and smocked or boned bodices are similar to those worn in the series.
—Victoria Montalti, refinery29.com, 14 June 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fastening
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Every detail was perfectly recreated — from the performance look's metallic bustier, beaded yoke and chain skirt, to the black bob, silver headpiece, studded black gloves, black leggings and thigh-high leather boots Hudson wore to accessorize.Dave Quinn, People.com, 30 Oct. 2024
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To be among the marginalized, outside the arena of power in the America of yesterday and tomorrow, is to live in the stifling yoke of wholesale animosity.Jason Parham, WIRED, 28 May 2022
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The brand’s most portable speaker is the size of a hockey puck and includes a silicone strap for attaching it to the handlebars of a bicycle or even a belt loop.Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
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Small mounts on the board at the location of the trucks allow for attaching rechargeable headlights and tail lights to buttress the red trim light.William Roberson, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
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The next day, Owens and Smith negotiated a $250,000 payout to be divided between them and an unidentified person, with Owens and Smith receiving $100,000 each for securing support for the developers’ project, according to the indictment.Bracey Harris, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
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The company continues to focus on developing its Acclaim CI product and securing regulatory approval.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
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Amy Nguyen is a consultant, researcher and writer focusing on the nexus between sustainable business and global value chains.Amy Nguyen, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Regulatory Adaptation The financial services sector faces increasing regulatory pressure, with new regulations focusing on transparency, data protection and financial ethics.Babu Sivadasan, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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And if its tackling flyaways, there’s an attachment for that too.Kiana Murden, Vogue, 1 Nov. 2024
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Dreame’s dryer is lightweight and folds, but has the power of a standard hair dryer, and comes with attachments to transform it into a curling iron or smoother for straight hair.TIME Staff, TIME, 30 Oct. 2024
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Not having enough iron can cause symptoms such as fatigue, shortness of breath, difficulty concentrating, and palpitations.Lauryn Higgins, Health, 4 Oct. 2024
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Carbon mineralization is familiar, but many competing solutions require capturing and concentrating the CO2, then transporting and pumping it underground to mineralize.Mark Le Dain, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
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Facebook photos show Reeves surrounded by family in hospital A family member of Reeves posted multiple photos on Facebook showing the teenager lying in a hospital bed surrounded by a web of cords attached to medical equipment along with what appeared to be a breathing tube hooked up to his mouth.Robert Anglen, The Arizona Republic, 20 Nov. 2024
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This headlamp is less packable than others, however, due to the separate battery and lamp units, along with the cord to connect them.Ashley Thess, Outdoor Life, 14 Nov. 2024
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Mehdi also re-emphasized the hardware/software linkage that has driven the upgrades hurdles that have qualified out those 400 million PCs.Zak Doffman, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
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The plunge in global markets that started Sunday night, however, looks to be driven by international financial linkages and crowded trades unwinding.Neil Irwin, Axios, 6 Aug. 2024
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“Fastening.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fastening. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.
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