fasteners

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Ditto for a man named John Thompson, whose invention helped keep fumbled fasteners from falling on the floor.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 12, 2026

Small amounts of iron from parts such as rivets and other fasteners mix into the recycled metal.

From Science Daily • Mar. 10, 2026

"I was finding a lot of missing fasteners, a lot of bent parts, sometimes even missing parts."

From BBC • May 8, 2024

The mid-length swim shorts are made from printed recycled polyester and have adjustable side fasteners.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 11, 2024

We drilled with his power tools and attached the sides with plastic fasteners.

From "Merci Suárez Changes Gears" by Meg Medina