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as in newscasters
one who reads and introduces news reports on a news program
the news anchor coordinated the reports of the correspondents from around the state
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as in backbones
something or someone to which one looks for support
my best friend has been my anchor throughout this crisis
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as in secures
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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Recent Examples of anchors
Eric Vilas-Boas, Vulture, 18 Mar. 2026
The programming maneuvers appear to add anchors who have demonstrated verve and a lean-forward personality to hours across the schedule, placing a premium on analysis of events and not just reporting the facts tied to them.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 18 Mar. 2026
Pitching is still a concern, but senior shortstop Andrew Deegan (Belmont) anchors loaded offense.
—Paul Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 16 Mar. 2026
Noah’s technical ability on snare drum is leaps and bounds ahead of other students his age, and his consistently excellent drumming anchors our drumline’s sound.
—Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
The structured waistband anchors the silhouette, a front pleat adds depth, and the longer hemline lengthens the leg.
—Alex Sales, Glamour, 15 Mar. 2026
Traces of a major Greek hub in Africa Between 2024 and 2025, underwater archaeologists identified extensions of the port, including traces of columns, roads, ship anchors, and devices to measure sea depth.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 14 Mar. 2026
Johnson, a first-round pick by the Chargers in 2022, was one of the anchors on the Chargers’ offensive line in the wake of injuries to Slater and Alt.
—Senior Editor, Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2026
In Omaha, Johnny’s Café anchors the region’s dining history, evolving from an eight‑seat 1922 stockyards saloon into a third‑generation steakhouse icon honored with a James Beard America’s Classics Award.
—Susan Stapleton, Des Moines Register, 13 Mar. 2026
Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 20 Mar. 2026
Rising before the sun anchors his active day.
—Pamela Chelin, Los Angeles Times, 20 Mar. 2026
Spanning the Civil War, the Great Leap Forward, and the Cultural Revolution, the film follows Xu Fugui (Ge You), a once-wealthy gambler reduced to poverty, and his steadfast wife Jiazhen (Gong Li), whose resilience anchors the family through cycles of loss and survival.
—Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 18 Mar. 2026
Umbright and Michael Page are expected to be offensive leaders, and Michael Page anchors the defense.
—Matt Le Cren, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026
Along Lake Erie, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame anchors a growing lakefront district that also includes the Great Lakes Science Center and multiple scenic waterfront parks.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 12 Mar. 2026
Whereas Bitter Tangerine and Inferno radiate warmth, Pomegranate Seed anchors the colors with richness.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 12 Mar. 2026
The three-time All-Star and two-time Olympic gold medalist is a renowned two-way force, the kind of player who anchors elite defenses and elevates offenses with his scoring and playmaking ability.
—Sam Amick, New York Times, 11 Mar. 2026
The specificity of her words — invoking Venus of Pompeii by name — anchors the message in place and time with remarkable intimacy.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 9 Mar. 2026
Noun
But the show, with its scenes at Jefferton’s many buffets, live-action TV cutaways (married news anchors Jan and Wayne Skylar make their first appearance here), and ear for agonizingly awkward small talk, is as floridly Tim and Eric as any of their later projects.
—Eric Vilas-Boas, Vulture, 18 Mar. 2026
The programming maneuvers appear to add anchors who have demonstrated verve and a lean-forward personality to hours across the schedule, placing a premium on analysis of events and not just reporting the facts tied to them.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 18 Mar. 2026
Pitching is still a concern, but senior shortstop Andrew Deegan (Belmont) anchors loaded offense.
—Paul Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 16 Mar. 2026
Noah’s technical ability on snare drum is leaps and bounds ahead of other students his age, and his consistently excellent drumming anchors our drumline’s sound.
—Heide Janssen, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
The structured waistband anchors the silhouette, a front pleat adds depth, and the longer hemline lengthens the leg.
—Alex Sales, Glamour, 15 Mar. 2026
Traces of a major Greek hub in Africa Between 2024 and 2025, underwater archaeologists identified extensions of the port, including traces of columns, roads, ship anchors, and devices to measure sea depth.
—Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 14 Mar. 2026
Johnson, a first-round pick by the Chargers in 2022, was one of the anchors on the Chargers’ offensive line in the wake of injuries to Slater and Alt.
—Senior Editor, Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2026
In Omaha, Johnny’s Café anchors the region’s dining history, evolving from an eight‑seat 1922 stockyards saloon into a third‑generation steakhouse icon honored with a James Beard America’s Classics Award.
—Susan Stapleton, Des Moines Register, 13 Mar. 2026
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Juan Daniel García Treviño anchors the film as Liborio, a newcomer navigating a punishing New York that seems determined to break him.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 20 Mar. 2026
Rising before the sun anchors his active day.
—Pamela Chelin, Los Angeles Times, 20 Mar. 2026
Spanning the Civil War, the Great Leap Forward, and the Cultural Revolution, the film follows Xu Fugui (Ge You), a once-wealthy gambler reduced to poverty, and his steadfast wife Jiazhen (Gong Li), whose resilience anchors the family through cycles of loss and survival.
—Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 18 Mar. 2026
Umbright and Michael Page are expected to be offensive leaders, and Michael Page anchors the defense.
—Matt Le Cren, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026
Along Lake Erie, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame anchors a growing lakefront district that also includes the Great Lakes Science Center and multiple scenic waterfront parks.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 12 Mar. 2026
Whereas Bitter Tangerine and Inferno radiate warmth, Pomegranate Seed anchors the colors with richness.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 12 Mar. 2026
The three-time All-Star and two-time Olympic gold medalist is a renowned two-way force, the kind of player who anchors elite defenses and elevates offenses with his scoring and playmaking ability.
—Sam Amick, New York Times, 11 Mar. 2026
The specificity of her words — invoking Venus of Pompeii by name — anchors the message in place and time with remarkable intimacy.
—Ryan Brennan, Miami Herald, 9 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for anchors
Noun
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World-famous newscasters didn't know who Jeffrey Epstein was.—
Lauryn Overhultz,
FOXNews.com,
16 Mar. 2026
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The first studies on parasocial relationships, in the Eighties, were about soap opera stars and newscasters, since that was who people used to feel familiar with on a daily basis.—
Lorena O’Neil,
Rolling Stone,
27 Feb. 2026
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Hundreds of animals with backbones are still being discovered every single year.—
Hanna Wickes,
Miami Herald,
6 Mar. 2026
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To start the new Mideast war, Donnie acted on his own with no resistance from his sycophants, who have no backbones.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
3 Mar. 2026
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If Lurie secures the approvals, the new hospital could open in early 2029.—
Lisa Schencker,
Chicago Tribune,
13 Mar. 2026
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Universal’s longer guarantee of theatrical exclusivity, however, acknowledges that a meaningful big-screen run secures a better return on investment.—
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
12 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Without them, Company Retreat just lands as a sweeter, milder retread of its predecessor, with no new innovations or insights of its own.—
Angie Han,
HollywoodReporter,
19 Mar. 2026
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We like Maesri, which lands around medium heat.—
Jesse Szewczyk,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
19 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Once broadcasters enter the Pete Maher broadcast booth — named after the longtime, legendary Flames broadcaster — they’re treated to some of the best sight lines in the league for broadcasters.—
Julian McKenzie,
New York Times,
3 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Spread out between the wooden pillars on the ground floor, The Garden restaurant is Aleenta's main dining room.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 Mar. 2026
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Beyond the familiar pillars of materials, complications, finishing, and technical merit, there is sometimes an intangible element, a certain coherence or emotional clarity, that elevates a watch from being simply well-made to genuinely interesting to a watch-a-holic.—
Victoria Gomelsky,
Robb Report,
16 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Aquazzura’s signature swirling ankle strap curves upward from the sides of the shoe and fastens the 105mm heel with a slim buckle.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
16 Dec. 2025
Verb
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According to Military Sealift Command spokesman Joseph Davila, the SBX-1 typically docks at Ford Island every 12 to 18 months for maintenance.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Nov. 2025
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The boy’s father, an exasperated man at the mercy of an Amazon-like delivery job that docks him for every second he so much as thinks about his son, is the only person who even wants to go through the effort of looking for him.—
David Ehrlich,
IndieWire,
7 Sep. 2025
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“Anchors.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/anchors. Accessed 21 Mar. 2026.
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