fastening
Example Sentences
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Arciga fastens the headset over his black beanie and enables “Do Not Disturb” on his iPhone, before fastening the phone to his head to record.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 12, 2026
“Incorrect shelf fastening can cause damage to both the bookcase and the contents on display, creating a potential safety risk for yourself and your loved ones,” he says.
From Seattle Times • May 3, 2024
Following the outcry in Paris, Sargent repainted the fastening securely in place, but he never showed the painting again and was forced to decamp to London to restore his career.
From New York Times • Feb. 29, 2024
IL-6 delivers its message by fastening to IL-6 receptors within cells, which tells the cells to spread inflammation.
From Science Daily • Jan. 17, 2024
Terry goes to the tall windows and pulls back the drapes, fastening the loops on each side.
From "Orphan Train" by Christina Baker Kline
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