be fastened

Example Sentences

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This vibrant purple wrap dress has a satin-like finish and features subtle balloon sleeves, a v-neckline keyhole back, a pleated skirt and a long self-tie belt that can be fastened at the waist.

From Fox News • Dec. 28, 2021

With the hats having stayed in place for at least five days, the group said they must be fastened by a strong adhesive, and would likely remain in place until the pigeons moulted.

From The Guardian • Dec. 11, 2019

And the east bridge could be fastened to the new concrete west bridge for lateral stability.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 5, 2016

The answer, they found out, was 20 feet long, a skeletal structure just short enough to be fastened vertically to a column in the living room without hitting the ceiling.

From New York Times • Dec. 15, 2011

"It seemed to be an ordinary silver dollar, with a metal loop at one end so it could be fastened onto a key chain around the neck."

From "Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia" by Marc Favreau