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Anchor

usgb/ˈæŋkər/Volume
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Maritime ContextPlay
The word 'anchor' is commonly used in maritime or sailing contexts. SlideThe crew prepared to lower the anchor as they approached the harbor.
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Metaphoric UsagePlay
'Anchor' can be used metaphorically to indicate something that provides stability in any situation. SlideHer reassurances were an anchor during my stressful move.