FASTENS Synonyms: 120 Similar and Opposite Words

fastens

verb

present tense third-person singular of fasten

as in attaches

to cause (something) to hold to another use this paper clip to fasten your picture to the application form

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as in secures

to put securely in place or in a desired position don't forget to fasten all the lines on your tent

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as in focuses

to fix (as one's attention) steadily toward a central objective if you could fasten your attention on one task for more than a minute, you just might get something done

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Recent Examples of fastens Unique to the mid-top is a metal hook that fastens its collar strap, replacing the plastic hook traditionally seen on the Air Force 1 Mid. — Riley Jones, Footwear News, 16 Aug. 2026 My favorite detail is the red ribbon on Giovanna’s right shoulder, which fastens her sleeve to her dress and floats over the darkness. — Zachary Fine, New Yorker, 20 Apr. 2026

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This small-but-mighty alarm attaches easily to a keychain or can be kept in your pocket, and provides an opportunity to create a diversion by emitting a piercing siren and flashing strobe light.

— Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 23 Aug. 2026
To the firms credit, the filing attaches its own warning label, noting that the figure measures neither the ability to service liabilities nor book value per share.

— Sean Stein Smith, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of attaches

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However, just as absurd are the directions the story takes from that point on, and the mechanics by which its central family secures their eventual happy ending.

— Siddhant Adlakha, Vulture, 13 Aug. 2026
If no candidate secures a majority of the vote in Tuesday's primary, the contest could head to a runoff later this month to determine who takes on Democrat Annie Andrews in November.

— Caroline Linton, CBS News, 11 Aug. 2026

Definition of secures

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Federer is also deeply committed to his Roger Federer Foundation, which focuses on providing quality education for children.

— Merlisa Lawrence Corbett, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
Currently, the office focuses on vulnerable populations like LGBTQ+ people, Indigenous youth, seniors, and veterans.

— Lia Russell, Sacbee.com, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of focuses

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Perronet visited the factory in 1739, when the pin industry had established itself through Normandy, with gold mined from the Pyrenees or silver imported from Saxony molded into the humble device of sewers and tailors which affixes badges and holds hair in place.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 9 Mar. 2026
August Grove Rotella Metal Planter Planters add instant curb appeal, and this one that affixes to a railing is durable, easy to mount, and looks great on a variety of home styles.

— Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 5 Mar. 2026

Definition of affixes

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Beckon, which first won a Michelin star in 2023, is known for its chef’s tasting menu, while Major Tom concentrates on small plates and an extensive champagne list.

— Jonathan Shikes, Denver Post, 28 Aug. 2026
Over time, this can result in long stretches of bare stems closer to the pot as the plant concentrates on developing new growth on the tips of the vines.

— Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Aug. 2026