BATTENING Synonyms: 103 Similar and Opposite Words

battening

verb

present participle of batten

as in buttoning

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as in filling

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That sounds simple, but the complexity of counting calories went mainstream recently, when a lawsuit accused the maker of David protein bars of affixing labels that misrepresent how many calories and how much fat the products contain.

— ABC News, ABC News, 7 July 2026
The Cubs are honoring his unwavering dedication by permanently affixing his name to his Section 18 seats.

— Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026

Definition of affixing

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This time, the smiles, the hugs, the radiant joy filling Atlanta Stadium could have powered the entire state of Georgia.

— Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
Tacori skipped the orderly line of a tennis necklace, arranging mixed-cut diamonds in two close rows with smaller stones filling the narrow spaces between them.

— Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 7 July 2026

Definition of filling

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Meanwhile, special bags and a clamping system lock away smells that put a damper on cuddle time with your sweet new arrival.

— Melissa Willets, Parents, 1 July 2026
However, instead of the pilot starting the engines during pushback and the tug disconnecting afterward, TaxiBot remains attached to the nose gear via a specialized pivoting clamping platform.

— David Szondy June 07, New Atlas, 7 June 2026

Definition of clamping

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Start your meal with one of the mango lassis (the perfect way to cool down in the summer) before feasting on dishes like the tandoori lamb or momo, traditional Tibetan dumplings.

— Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 28 June 2026
When nutrient levels are high, feasting algae can quickly reproduce.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 20 June 2026

Definition of feasting

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Unfortunately, this can lead to some individuals lashing out in response to their own insecurities, hate and low bar of aptitude, which is confirmed by the tenor of the attacks.

— Jallicia Jolly, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
Criminal Minds star Paget Brewster is apologizing after lashing out at a critic.

— Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 22 June 2026

Definition of lashing

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Decorating rules can be helpful guidelines, but adhering too strictly to conventional wisdom can seriously cramp your style.

— Kristin Hohenadel, The Spruce, 23 June 2026
Owners with at least 25 vehicles can get the special stickers and skip adhering registration tags on the plates each year, as the rest of us have to.

— Jim Radcliffe, Oc Register, 29 May 2026

Definition of adhering

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