anchored

• past participle

  past participle

  A verb form used in perfect and passive verb constructions and that can also function as a modifier.

  of anchor.
  anchor

  noun

  any of various devices dropped by a chain, cable, or rope to the bottom of a body of water for preventing or restricting the motion of a vessel or other floating object, typically having broad, hooklike arms that bury themselves in the bottom to provide a firm hold.
• past tense form

  past tense

  Used to describe completed actions or previous habitual actions.

  of anchor.
  anchor

  noun

  any of various devices dropped by a chain, cable, or rope to the bottom of a body of water for preventing or restricting the motion of a vessel or other floating object, typically having broad, hooklike arms that bury themselves in the bottom to provide a firm hold.

Example Sentences

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anchored

Brand says a delay could be building an extra, heavy door anchored into the ground, thickening the glass on display cases or using a fog machine.

From BBC ● Sep. 12, 2026

Out back, the leafy grounds are anchored by a private swimming pool and spa, creating a secluded spot for relaxing and entertaining.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 2, 2026

"These results reflect diligence, resilience and a prosecutorial approach anchored on evidence and courtroom outcomes."

From BBC ● Sep. 1, 2026

It envisions putting the reactors on floating barges, which could be anchored miles offshore.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 28, 2026

The pen’s held in one; the paper’s anchored with the other.

From "The Running Dream" by Wendelin Van Draanen

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