1
as in securing
to put securely in place or in a desired position
used ropes and sandbags to anchor the hot-air balloon to the ground
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as in landing
to stop at or near a place along the shore
we'll anchor at Praia, Cape Verde
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Recent Examples of anchoring
Sorkin, Kernen and Quick have been anchoring the show together for the last 14 years, with Kernen serving as the doyen of the group, going to back to its 1995 debut.
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Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 9 Sep. 2025
The steel-rod reinforcement does double duty keeping joints tight and gap free and adding stability at each corner as well as anchoring the home to the ground.
—Miles Walls, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Sep. 2025
To mark the announcement, Hungry Man Productions plans to release a 100-foot barge from Staten Island into New York Harbor, anchoring it in Brooklyn for a launch event.
—Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 8 Sep. 2025
By anchoring himself in San Juan, Bad Bunny gave his supporters from around the world a new and compelling reason to book flights, hotels, and dinners—all while reinforcing his connection to his hometown and showcasing Puerto Rico's global relevance as a cultural hub.
—Doug Melville, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
The pair will reunite with Shemar Moore, who's anchoring the upcoming series as LAPD Sgt.
—Mekishana Pierre September 8, EW.com, 8 Sep. 2025
If August was about gently preparing for the shift into fall, September is about anchoring into it.
—Essence, 8 Sep. 2025
Defensive lineman Jamarrion Harkless was a standout, anchoring the front seven, while linebackers Manni Powell, Charles Correa, and Alex Sanford contributed significantly to the team's defensive success.
—Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Sep. 2025
Putting framing and anchoring into practice Take a look at your current bills and expenses.
—Rose Han, CNBC, 3 Sep. 2025
Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 9 Sep. 2025
The steel-rod reinforcement does double duty keeping joints tight and gap free and adding stability at each corner as well as anchoring the home to the ground.
—Miles Walls, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Sep. 2025
To mark the announcement, Hungry Man Productions plans to release a 100-foot barge from Staten Island into New York Harbor, anchoring it in Brooklyn for a launch event.
—Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 8 Sep. 2025
By anchoring himself in San Juan, Bad Bunny gave his supporters from around the world a new and compelling reason to book flights, hotels, and dinners—all while reinforcing his connection to his hometown and showcasing Puerto Rico's global relevance as a cultural hub.
—Doug Melville, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
The pair will reunite with Shemar Moore, who's anchoring the upcoming series as LAPD Sgt.
—Mekishana Pierre September 8, EW.com, 8 Sep. 2025
If August was about gently preparing for the shift into fall, September is about anchoring into it.
—Essence, 8 Sep. 2025
Defensive lineman Jamarrion Harkless was a standout, anchoring the front seven, while linebackers Manni Powell, Charles Correa, and Alex Sanford contributed significantly to the team's defensive success.
—Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Sep. 2025
Putting framing and anchoring into practice Take a look at your current bills and expenses.
—Rose Han, CNBC, 3 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for anchoring
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And then the push into space is just a step towards securing a future for generations to come.—
Bernard Marr,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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Many are signaling a willingness to dig in during this round of funding negotiations after many, including Schumer, got blowback from the Democratic base for delivering the votes to offset a March shutdown without securing any substantial GOP concessions.—
Allison Pecorin,
ABC News,
12 Sep. 2025
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Their client’s search stayed pretty close to home, with the bank looking at another Broadway property before landing on the 341-351 site, Tyler said.—
Matthew Geiger,
Denver Post,
10 Sep. 2025
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As part of the airport’s nearly $4 billion Terminal 1 renovation project, local restaurants, cafes, fast food chains and specialty stores are landing inside.—
Carlos Rico,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Sep. 2025
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The sandals feature a buckle-fastening ankle strap.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
3 Sep. 2019
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Practical Tips For Visby Cruise Visitors Most ships docking in Visby stay for six to ten hours, which is plenty of time to experience the highlights.—
David Nikel,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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As this summer comes to a close, the Piers Park Sailing Center is one of nearly 250 summer programs docking a record-breaking number of Boston kids back at their schools with new skills and experiences.—
Grace Zokovitch,
Boston Herald,
20 Aug. 2025
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But that brief period of openness and luxury ended quickly, with international sanctions clamping back down in 2003.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
1 Sep. 2025
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As a result, the object is reportedly held steadily and securely in place, with the clamping pressure distributed evenly across its surface at multiple points.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
25 Aug. 2025
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The film opened in theaters on June 6 before arriving on digital streaming via premium video on demand on July 1.—
Tim Lammers,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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The prince's car was seen arriving at Charles' Clarence House home.—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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“Anchoring.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/anchoring. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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