anchor

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North of the pavement, the North Algodones Dunes Wilderness holds a quieter terrain, where sunflower, ephedra and honey mesquite anchor the sand in subtle defiance of the wind.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

China will remain the anchor for volume growth, given its larger total addressable market, while overseas markets offer structurally better unit economics, they add.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Together, they create a cake that feels balanced — substantial enough to anchor a streusel, light enough to warrant a second slice.

From Salon • Mar. 31, 2026

Their rigid structure allows them to anchor within soft polymers, adding strength while maintaining a reliable conductive network.

From Science Daily • Mar. 31, 2026

In each subject, the anchor standards are broken down further into individual goals and objectives for each grade level.

From "Music and the Child" by Natalie Sarrazin