phrasal verb

Fasten onto

Rank #657Letter FInseparable

2Sections

Follow someone closely, normally when they don't want your company

Meanings

  • Follow someone closely, normally when they don't want your company (inseparable, International English)
  • Give attention to something that confirms your beliefs (inseparable, International English)

Examples

  • He FASTENED ONTO the minister on his visit and asked him repeatedly about the scandal.
  • They FASTEN ONTO any figures that they think can support their case.
  • All employees must FASTEN ONTO as stated in their contract.

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