anchor it
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"I think we need to anchor it in what the law was intended to do and not the way it has been abused today."
From BBC ● Jul. 2, 2026
Every good soup, no matter how humble or ornate, seems to rely on at least a few of the same quiet categories: something aromatic to begin, something hearty to anchor it, something savory for depth.
From Salon ● Feb. 8, 2026
As for the jewelry, Kenneth Jay Lane custom-built two necklaces to mimic Holly’s jewels, which had to be hand-sewn by Lawson’s tailor Sarah Moore pearl by pearl to anchor it to the dress.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 7, 2024
This open-style unit is usually an upgrade because of the extra work to properly anchor it to the wall so it complies with any codes and/or manufacturer’s instructions.
From Seattle Times ● Sep. 5, 2022
One is to stretch one rope as far as possible toward the other, anchor it to an object, such as a chair, and then go and get the second rope.
From "Blink" by Malcolm Gladwell
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