1
as in affection
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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2
as in accessory
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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3
as in allegiance
adherence to something to which one is bound by a pledge or duty
an unflinching attachment to the marriage, through times both good and bad
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Recent Examples of attachment
This roller duo includes two attachment sizes to target both larger areas and hard-to-reach contours, explains Dr. Song.
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Iman Balagam, Vogue, 18 Apr. 2025
But enough about these two and their wavering attachment.
—Laura Bradley, Vulture, 18 Apr. 2025
Using the Wrong Vacuum Attachments Vacuum cleaners typically come with a variety of different attachments, each of which is intended for a specific use.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Apr. 2025
Bike attachment Bikes usually attach to trainers in one of three ways.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 17 Apr. 2025
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Iman Balagam, Vogue, 18 Apr. 2025
But enough about these two and their wavering attachment.
—Laura Bradley, Vulture, 18 Apr. 2025
Using the Wrong Vacuum Attachments Vacuum cleaners typically come with a variety of different attachments, each of which is intended for a specific use.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Apr. 2025
Bike attachment Bikes usually attach to trainers in one of three ways.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 17 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for attachment
Noun
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For instance, not only do koala parents prioritize frequent physical affection like cuddling and hugs, there also is an abundance of emotional warmth.—
Sherri Gordon,
Parents,
18 Apr. 2025
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Most people probably have a general sense that physical affection matters in a relationship.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
17 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The classic Birk marries a cowboy boot (another very of the moment accessory) with this chic pair of sandals.—
Brie Schwartz,
Glamour,
22 Apr. 2025
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The company, known for catering to a multigenerational audience with its fairytale aesthetic, ultra-feminine dresses, accessories, fragrances and apparel, doesn’t just land on any street or in any mall.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
21 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Madrigal has made the 115-mile round trip to BMO Stadium to see LAFC play but is considering throwing his allegiance to the local club.—
Kevin Baxter,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Apr. 2025
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Due to his allegiance to Mahan, Quevedo’s policy platform largely mirrored the types of proposals emerging from the mayor’s office.—
Devan Patel,
Mercury News,
19 Apr. 2025
Noun
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For nearly four years, a dog named Shawn has been patiently waiting for a second chance at love—and a home to call his own.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 Apr. 2025
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Tate McRae has made several hit songs about love, including one with her boyfriend, The Kid LAROI.—
Jordana Comiter,
People.com,
18 Apr. 2025
Noun
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In practice, however, Americans who don’t have retirement savings options at work aren’t likely to take the initiative on their own.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2025
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There is also concern that not all borrowers know their rights or the options available to help them.—
Shahar Ziv,
Forbes.com,
22 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Strong connections drive loyalty, turning readers into advocates.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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My distrust of Trump is anchored in his track record of personally courting white supremacists and neo-Nazis, spreading conspiracy theories featuring antisemitic tropes, and insinuating that Jewish-Americans have dual loyalty.—
Ben Krull,
New York Daily News,
12 Apr. 2025
Noun
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American Idol leaned into the Easter Sunday (April 20) holiday with a three-hour episode in which this season’s top 20 sang anthems of faith and devotion, with one contestant turning heads thanks to his original song dedicated to a lost friend.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
21 Apr. 2025
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Today By Paulina Berges Another theme becomes clear in this survey of Sherald’s work: the artist’s devotion to capturing the joys of the Black American experience.—
Juliana Ukiomogbe,
Vogue,
16 Apr. 2025
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And Jacky Jiang, with the appliance maker Guangdong Kinwing Electric Industrial Co.,Ltd., said his firm got smashed with an avalanche of cancellations when U.S. tariffs hit 125%.—
Aowen Cao,
NPR,
18 Apr. 2025
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Photo : Lukas Scott/Nauset Media The kitchen has been updated with modern appliances.—
Tori Latham,
Robb Report,
17 Apr. 2025
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“Attachment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attachment. Accessed 29 Apr. 2025.
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