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as in passions
a feeling of strong or constant regard for and dedication to someone
I doubt that there's any permanent attachment between the two teenagers
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as in accessories
something that is not necessary in itself but adds to the convenience or performance of the main piece of equipment
bought a grinder attachment for the kitchen mixer
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Recent Examples of attachments
After unthreading some lug nuts from attachments secured to the port and starboard sides of the vessel, the crew deploys two metal arms that jut out a half dozen feet from the aft.
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Wesley Bruer, CNN Money, 8 Sep. 2025
The multi-styler comes with all kinds of attachments, including several long barrels, two smoothing brushes, a round volumizing brush, and a smoothing dryer.
—Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
Do not click on links or open attachments from unknown senders.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 6 Sep. 2025
Is this a Lost situation where they’re stranded on an island and can only form attachments with their fellow shipwreckees?
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 4 Sep. 2025
Try a private family tour from Bike About Tours, which will outfit the whole clan with bicycles (including, if necessary, kiddie seats or tandem attachments) and team you with an English-speaking guide who has years of experience cycling around Paris with their own families.
—Elissa Garay, AFAR Media, 3 Sep. 2025
The adhesive system carries enough glue for multiple attachments in one mission so the operator can relocate to a better spot if needed.
—David Hambling, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
One of the attachments is a deep cleaning fur brush, which can be used to remove pet hair from upholstery, cars, stairs, and other areas (wall mounted storage is your only option for this vacuum cleaner).
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 3 Sep. 2025
So go somewhere without existing emotional attachments, and make new ones.
—Grayson Haver Currin, Outside, 2 Sep. 2025
Wesley Bruer, CNN Money, 8 Sep. 2025
The multi-styler comes with all kinds of attachments, including several long barrels, two smoothing brushes, a round volumizing brush, and a smoothing dryer.
—Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
Do not click on links or open attachments from unknown senders.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 6 Sep. 2025
Is this a Lost situation where they’re stranded on an island and can only form attachments with their fellow shipwreckees?
—Bethy Squires, Vulture, 4 Sep. 2025
Try a private family tour from Bike About Tours, which will outfit the whole clan with bicycles (including, if necessary, kiddie seats or tandem attachments) and team you with an English-speaking guide who has years of experience cycling around Paris with their own families.
—Elissa Garay, AFAR Media, 3 Sep. 2025
The adhesive system carries enough glue for multiple attachments in one mission so the operator can relocate to a better spot if needed.
—David Hambling, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025
One of the attachments is a deep cleaning fur brush, which can be used to remove pet hair from upholstery, cars, stairs, and other areas (wall mounted storage is your only option for this vacuum cleaner).
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 3 Sep. 2025
So go somewhere without existing emotional attachments, and make new ones.
—Grayson Haver Currin, Outside, 2 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for attachments
Noun
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Writing and tennis became my two passions.—
Thomas Swick
September 5,
Literary Hub,
5 Sep. 2025
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The effect is that of passions diverted, of dark energies coalescing into something resembling a community.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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At Gilt, a low-key site that offers impressive deals on designer clothes, accessories, and shoes, Longchamp bags of all sizes and styles are up to 33 percent off.—
Nicol Natale,
People.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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The line’s latest fall drop is full of the very accessories that Gaines treasures most.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The new film from the husband-and-lesbian-wife duo Ethan Coen and Tricia Cooke features Margaret Qualley playing gay (again) as the titular detective Honey, with Aubrey Plaza co-starring as a gruff cop who is the object of her affections.—
James Factora,
Them.,
21 Aug. 2025
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He was considered a front runner during the season for Windey’s affections, however, things didn't work out.—
Kimberlee Speakman,
People.com,
15 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Carpentersville recently rezoned its portion of the property for residential use while West Dundee’s is zoned for B2 commercial, which covers a lot of development options, Cavallaro said.—
Gloria Casas,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Sep. 2025
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Kansas City loved its receiving room coming into the season, but the team being without its top two options obviously is not ideal.—
Jesse Newell,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Unbeknownst to everyone, Jesse survived and has now returned home, leaving Emma torn between two great loves.—
Katie Mannion,
People.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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By bringing together two of America’s biggest loves – music and sports – Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have been compared to American royalty.—
Lisa Respers France,
CNN Money,
26 Aug. 2025
Noun
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If time permits, lock your home upon departure and disconnect utilities and appliances.—
STAR-TELEGRAM WEATHER BOT,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 Sep. 2025
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If time permits, lock your home upon departure and disconnect utilities and appliances.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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In the 15th century, Sufi mystics are said to have consumed it to stay awake during long nights of prayer and devotions.—
Ali Halit Diker,
CNN Money,
26 Aug. 2025
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“Attachments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attachments. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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