anchor
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The material was made from byssus threads produced by Pinna nobilis, a large Mediterranean clam that uses these fibers to anchor itself to rocky surfaces.
From Science Daily • Jun. 12, 2026
So let’s assess each of them, beginning with the first person to serve as substitute anchor, Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
From Salon • Jun. 12, 2026
Overhead, a Black Hawk helicopter carrying snipers will patrol the skies, while a fleet of Tesla Cybertrucks on the ground will help anchor an electronic antidrone shield over the venue.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026
For whatever it’s worth, it may sound pretentious, but I kind of feel it’s important to try and anchor myself in some sense of purpose.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026
“I’ll stand the next anchor watch,” he said.
From "Carry On, Mr. Bowditch" by Jean Lee Latham
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