1
as in affixing
to cause (something) to hold to another
you can attach the buttons to the puppet with fabric glue
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2
as in appointing
to pick (someone) by one's authority for a specific position or duty
attached the colonel to the new regiment
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3
as in confiscating
to take ownership or control of (something) by right of one's authority
attached the house for nonpayment of property taxes
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Recent Examples of attaching
Those concerned about attaching their name to a public comment may also submit theirs anonymously via the Federal Register pages (which are divided into separate policies for new passports, renewals, and correction or replacement requests).
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Samantha Riedel, Them, 14 Mar. 2025
Other techniques include using a tripod or stabilizing your phone on a flat surface and attaching a clip-on telephoto lens to magnify the moon.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
Current Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson is not expected back with the team, and there have been rumors attaching him to multiple locations.
—Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 12 Mar. 2025
Some importers have started attaching tracking devices to the coffee bags, in an effort to protect their shipments.
—Marcelo Teixeira, USA TODAY, 11 Mar. 2025
An instructor guides the class through shaping a cylinder, then attaching the bottom and handle.
—Tasha Tsiaperas, Axios, 10 Mar. 2025
In a concept video shared on the company’s website, Sunbird can be seen attaching to a Starship-like rocket before powering it to Mars.
—Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 7 Mar. 2025
Specialized Usefully, the ebike comes supplied with a rear rack rated to carry up to 55 lb (25 kg) of gear, as well as a number of MIK-compatible mounting points for attaching such things as panniers, child seats and even hauling a trailer.
—Paul Ridden, New Atlas, 6 Mar. 2025
Another option that has been explored involves attaching heat-sensitive detachable monomers to the ends of long polymer chains.
—Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 3 Mar. 2025
Samantha Riedel, Them, 14 Mar. 2025
Other techniques include using a tripod or stabilizing your phone on a flat surface and attaching a clip-on telephoto lens to magnify the moon.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes, 13 Mar. 2025
Current Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson is not expected back with the team, and there have been rumors attaching him to multiple locations.
—Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 12 Mar. 2025
Some importers have started attaching tracking devices to the coffee bags, in an effort to protect their shipments.
—Marcelo Teixeira, USA TODAY, 11 Mar. 2025
An instructor guides the class through shaping a cylinder, then attaching the bottom and handle.
—Tasha Tsiaperas, Axios, 10 Mar. 2025
In a concept video shared on the company’s website, Sunbird can be seen attaching to a Starship-like rocket before powering it to Mars.
—Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 7 Mar. 2025
Specialized Usefully, the ebike comes supplied with a rear rack rated to carry up to 55 lb (25 kg) of gear, as well as a number of MIK-compatible mounting points for attaching such things as panniers, child seats and even hauling a trailer.
—Paul Ridden, New Atlas, 6 Mar. 2025
Another option that has been explored involves attaching heat-sensitive detachable monomers to the ends of long polymer chains.
—Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 3 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for attaching
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In the aftermath of Skinner’s exit, Spurs underwent an internal review of their women’s setup, appointing Andy Rogers — previously Spurs’ head of global development — to managing director of women’s football.—
Megan Feringa,
The Athletic,
24 Mar. 2025
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Listen to this article New York City Transit — the MTA division that runs the city’s buses, subways and Access-A-Ride — is appointing new leadership in each system, the Daily News has learned.—
Evan Simko-Bednarski,
New York Daily News,
20 Mar. 2025
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Lamar Jackson led a furious final push down the field, capped with Isaiah Likely’s spectacular would-be game-tying touchdown snag.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
The Athletic,
8 Jan. 2025
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With a second-quarter 3-pointer, Herro extended his career best streak of games with at least one 3-pointer to 69, tying Duncan Robinson’s franchise record, a record set in 2021.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
8 Jan. 2025
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While chores can be healthy for kids, parents will want to keep certain things in mind when assigning them.—
Beth Ann Mayer,
Parents,
13 Mar. 2025
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For example, in addition to assigning workers to picks, the WMS may print labels at print stations that need to be attached to cases.—
Steve Banker,
Forbes,
12 Mar. 2025
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“Attaching.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attaching. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
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