fasten
Example Sentences
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In exchange for the beauty of living life in Topanga, some folks will learn to accept the risk and do what they can to mitigate it: Harden a home, fasten a seat belt.
From Los Angeles Times
We folded the main sail back to the boom, fastened it, then tied the fenders onto the rail.
From Seattle Times
The protesters who were arrested said that the devices were in fact luggage straps to fasten banners.
From New York Times
"I've worked out that my legs need to be fastened to the bed beforehand and then there's no worry," she says.
From BBC
The mantle, which fastens across the chest with a golden eagle clasp, is inspired by ancient coronation ensembles and its priest-like style is meant to symbolise the divine nature of kingship.
From BBC
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
