be fastened

Example Sentences

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Could the golden braid that dangled from his right shoulder be fastened, so it did not create a distraction in the pit?

From New York Times • Apr. 27, 2023

This vibrant purple wrap dress has a satin-like finish and features subtle balloon sleeves, a v-neckline keyhole back, a pleated skirt and a long self-tie belt that can be fastened at the waist.

From Fox News • Dec. 28, 2021

With the hats having stayed in place for at least five days, the group said they must be fastened by a strong adhesive, and would likely remain in place until the pigeons moulted.

From The Guardian • Dec. 11, 2019

And the east bridge could be fastened to the new concrete west bridge for lateral stability.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 5, 2016

At the forward hatch he quickly unhooked the caught thread and dropped the hatch cover in place—it had to be fastened tightly from the inside— and stood to move back to the stem.

From "The Voyage Of The Frog" by Gary Paulsen