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as in newscaster
one who reads and introduces news reports on a news program
the news anchor coordinated the reports of the correspondents from around the state
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as in backbone
something or someone to which one looks for support
my best friend has been my anchor throughout this crisis
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as in to fasten
to put securely in place or in a desired position
used ropes and sandbags to anchor the hot-air balloon to the ground
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Recent Examples of anchor
Michael Slaten, Oc Register, 15 Apr. 2025
During his first presidential run in 2016, Trump spoke on raising the minimum wage with Fox News anchor Bill O'Reilly.
—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Apr. 2025
Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 15 Apr. 2025
Travis Scott, who was slated to anchor the Saturday bill in 2020, was given this Saturday instead.
—Paul A. Thompson, Pitchfork, 14 Apr. 2025
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Noun
The development has been planned since the late 1990s, but has been delayed by remediation needs, economic slowdowns and the loss of anchor tenants.
—Michael Slaten, Oc Register, 15 Apr. 2025
During his first presidential run in 2016, Trump spoke on raising the minimum wage with Fox News anchor Bill O'Reilly.
—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 Apr. 2025
Verb
Outdoor kitchens have shifted from accessory to anchor.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 15 Apr. 2025
Travis Scott, who was slated to anchor the Saturday bill in 2020, was given this Saturday instead.
—Paul A. Thompson, Pitchfork, 14 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for anchor
Noun
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Through much of the 20th century, California’s salmon fishery formed the economic backbone of coastal fishing ports, with fishers using hook and line pulling in millions of pounds in good years.—
Alastair Bland | CalMatters,
Mercury News,
16 Apr. 2025
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Anger and animosity are why fans clamor for the addition of short tracks on the schedule, and the backbone to why Bristol was once one of the hottest tickets in sports with a streak of selling out 55 consecutive races.—
Jordan Bianchi,
New York Times,
14 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The chefs, their aprons fastened with only a single shoulder strap giving the brigade a pirate spirit, brought out each of the dishes and explained how they were prepared with charm and passion.—
Laurie Ochoa,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Apr. 2025
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Undeterred, the Brits fuel up, fasten snow chains to their vehicle's tires, and continue forward.—
Matt Cabral,
EW.com,
30 Mar. 2025
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Videos of people landing sharks — especially iconic species like the great white — get lots of clicks, shares, and praise online.—
Melissa Cristina Márquez,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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The Titans land a franchise quarterback.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Apr. 2025
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After so much death, the Millers, pillars of the Jackson community, now have a 5-year-old son, Benjamin (Ezra Benedict Agbonkhese).—
Bryan Alexander,
USA Today,
14 Apr. 2025
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In short, science reveals that sleep is a pillar of human overall health.—
Ximena Araya-Fischel,
Forbes.com,
12 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Ricketts cited the priority that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has placed on helping the Asia-Pacific secure itself against China.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
19 Apr. 2025
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The company has already secured investment from Peter Thiel, The Chainsmokers, and Insight Partners.—
Ethan Stone,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
Verb
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The Sens were docked a future first-round pick during the 2023-24 season.—
Julian McKenzie,
New York Times,
12 Apr. 2025
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Ten of those ships departed from, or docked in, Florida or both.—
Cindy Krischer Goodman,
Sun Sentinel,
12 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The China Film Administration (CFA), the body that handles film releases and quotas in the country, released a statement on Thursday in response to a reporter’s question about whether the Trump administration’s increasing tariffs on China would impact imports of American films.—
Patrick Brzeski,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2025
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The Charlotte Observer Nora O’Neill is the regional accountability reporter for The Charlotte Observer.—
Nora O’Neill,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Apr. 2025
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On the front, there's a sheet of Gorilla Glass 3, which has been a mainstay of budget phones for years.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
10 Apr. 2025
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While foods like oysters may have their time and place, mainstays of American comfort food such as the hot dog can evoke memories of childhood and patriotism.—
Khloe Quill,
FOXNews.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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“Anchor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/anchor. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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