be fastened

Example Sentences

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At another foundation a bit north, the greenbelt soils were weak, so Liberty ordered a custom spool-shaped steel adapter, so extra-strength bolts could be fastened through wider bolt-holes.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 22, 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

The must-have Gucci blouses on Net-a-Porter have elaborate pussy bows that demand to be fastened around the neck.

From The Guardian • Nov. 1, 2016

The answer, they found out, was 20 feet long, a skeletal structure just short enough to be fastened vertically to a column in the living room without hitting the ceiling.

From New York Times • Dec. 15, 2011

The box also contained white stockings, white leather shoes, and an enormous white hair bow, already shaped and ready to be fastened on with two loose ties.

From "The Joy Luck Club" by Amy Tan