anchors
Britishplural noun
Example Sentences
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In Vermont, Green Mountain’s campus anchors the end of Main Street in Poultney, a town of about 3,000 people nestled in a historic slate-mining region along the New York state border.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026
Even on “Weekend Update,” playing her songs in what are nominally solo spots, she caroms off anchors Colin Jost or Michael Che, who comment, interrupt and regard her with bemusement.
From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026
Rank-and-file reporters, producers and editors often don’t get a chance to attend the high-priced event, while high-ranking politicians, celebrities and television anchors who don’t cover the White House often do.
From Salon • May 1, 2026
During a game, PSG have players who act as anchors occupying zones that provide the team with balance.
From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026
I kept a small group of people around me, as anchors in my storm, but more importantly a smile and some sunshine during the darkness.
From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad
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