anchored

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She was rehabilitated and released by the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach, which is currently caring for yet another turtle found anchored to debris.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

Because his signature works aren’t anchored to specific landscapes or cultures, his works have gained traction among international collectors.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

The boat was anchored off the African coast as the World Health Organization stepped in to investigate and passengers were slowly screened and sent home.

From Salon • May 11, 2026

From early Sunday, passengers from the MV Hondius have been evacuated from the ship, anchored off the Spanish island of Tenerife.

From Barron's • May 10, 2026

HMS Coventry'd been anchored at her usual station north of Pebble Island with the frigate HMS Broadsword.

From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell