1
as in to attach
to cause (something) to hold to another
use this paper clip to fasten your picture to the application form
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2
as in to secure
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 to focus
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 fasten
Stepping out for her appearance on Jimmy Kimmel, The Substance actor was photographed in a black Schiaparelli halterneck dress, fastened with an ornate gold cuff at the neck that’s typical of the house codes.
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Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 5 Feb. 2025
Investigators thought the door was fastened from the inside by a swing bar latch, and initial reports indicated that Goldberg had been accompanied by a security guard while forcing open the door.
—Thomas Lake, CNN, 3 Feb. 2025
Naturally, when the show returned, Goldberg had fastened the fake pregnant belly to her head.
—EW.com, 3 Feb. 2025
Bronze Age Historically, experts can trace the brooch all the way back to the Bronze Age when humble designs were used to fasten winter outerwear.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 18 Jan. 2025
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Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 5 Feb. 2025
Investigators thought the door was fastened from the inside by a swing bar latch, and initial reports indicated that Goldberg had been accompanied by a security guard while forcing open the door.
—Thomas Lake, CNN, 3 Feb. 2025
Naturally, when the show returned, Goldberg had fastened the fake pregnant belly to her head.
—EW.com, 3 Feb. 2025
Bronze Age Historically, experts can trace the brooch all the way back to the Bronze Age when humble designs were used to fasten winter outerwear.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 18 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fasten
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No MagSafe: The iPhone 16e does not have the popular feature that allows users to attach accessories and wirelessly charge the device.—
Ramon Padilla,
USA TODAY,
21 Feb. 2025
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There is more than just sentimental value or symbolic meaning attached to this piece of jewelry.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
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The Americans secured a regulation win over Canada in their last game, an intense rivalry battle that solidified their spot in the championship game.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
18 Feb. 2025
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This included going to every game home and away as the west London club secured the Champions League in 2012.—
Simon Johnson,
The Athletic,
18 Feb. 2025
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Others focused on China meanwhile have caused moves in both directions depending on their tone.—
Marc Jones,
USA TODAY,
18 Feb. 2025
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The foundation is focused on youth mentoring and providing financial literacy and financial planning to area residents.—
Mike Nolan,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Feb. 2025
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On and after the Jan. 1, 1923, date of maturity, the post office will pay $5 for each stamp affixed to a folder.—
Kay Johnson,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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But as a Community Note affixed to that tweet notes, Trump's executive order—signed on Jan. 20—gives the Interior Secretary 30 days to make the change.—
Jibin Joseph,
PCMAG,
28 Jan. 2025
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The country's gender pay gap has been nearly clamped shut, and Norwegian homes and workplaces display a broad understanding of caregiving as indispensable labor that can and should be evenly distributed by both parents with society's support.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
31 Jan. 2025
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In one post, Al Shanti shared a video of her 6-year-old, Alma, whose little hands were clamped over her ears to mask the sound of bombardment.—
Helena Skinner,
ABC News,
29 Jan. 2025
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Perhaps that will be what Bradley and defensive coordinator Robert Saleh concentrate on this offseason — figuring out blitz packages that mesh with their defensive system.—
Matt Barrows,
The Athletic,
24 Feb. 2025
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As wealth concentrated into fewer hands during the pandemic, places like the United Arab Emirates, for example, with its low-to-no-tax set-up became a popular refuge.—
Kevin Rozario,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
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The Trump administration will not tie the hands of our brave law enforcement, and instead trusts them to use common sense.—
Melissa Quinn,
CBS News,
24 Feb. 2025
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In 2024, Maryland tied for No. 128 nationally in sacks and tied for 71st in tackles for loss.—
Grace Raynor,
The Athletic,
24 Feb. 2025
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Hannah’s voice hitched, broadcasting Sam’s shame to the entire restaurant.—
Maureen Lee Lenker,
EW.com,
12 Feb. 2025
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That was the last major development in the case until September, when police searched several properties in Cleveland County and hitched a 1960s green car to a tow truck.—
Julia Coin,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Feb. 2025
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“Fasten.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fasten. Accessed 27 Feb. 2025.
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