fastened

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Before Standard Oil became “the most gigantic, the most cruel, impudent, pitiless, and grasping monopoly which ever fastened upon a community,” it was a start-up.

From Barron's • May 2, 2026

A plywood arch bearing the words “Caius Caesar: Preparing For Triumph” had been fastened to the door; the kids were getting ready for the annual Roman pageant.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 9, 2026

But it might mean more time sitting down, with the seat-belt fastened.

From BBC • Jul. 29, 2025

But I made it and fastened my seat belt.

From Slate • Jun. 22, 2025

Moss felt a hand at the back of his head, and then an oxygen mask passed in front of him and was fastened behind his ears.

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro