anchoring

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

He began his new role as a per-diem anchor this week, where he’s set to have an on-air introduction on Wednesday and begin anchoring shows on Thursday evening.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

Even so, it has detained more than a dozen vessels for unauthorized anchoring this year, he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

It gives the exoskeleton strength, helps shield the body, and provides anchoring points for muscles.

From Science Daily • May 9, 2026

The anchoring players are seen in white with the floating players given more freedom in yellow.

From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026

The roots began to move, digging deeper as they touched the earth, anchoring the oak until it looked like it had stood in that spot for centuries.

From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan