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fixed to vs fixed in

Both 'fixed to' and 'fixed in' are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Fixed to' is used when something is attached or connected to something else, while 'fixed in' is used when something is located or positioned within something else.

Last updated: March 23, 2024 • 1498 views

fixed to

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

Use 'fixed to' when describing something that is attached or connected to something else.

Examples:

The shelf is fixed to the wall.
The painting is fixed to the frame.
The wheels are fixed to the car.
The sign is fixed to the door.
The handle is fixed to the drawer.

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Bad: A traffic information display fixed to the dashboard with a poor quality temporary fastening (such as adhesive tape) rather than the holder recommended by the manufacturer.
They can be opened either by pulling the half rings or by using a small steel trigger mechanism fixed to the RBM.
All attachments used in the series production shall be fixed to the tractor in the normal position.
A CFL-i is an electronic compact fluorescent discharge lamp with one or more glass tubes, with all lighting elements and electronic components fixed to or integrated in the lamp foot.
And the chain is fixed to the wall.
It is intended to be displayed in a gallery, fixed to the wall.
Bending test on the holder fixed to the stem
Well, you see, sir, it's fixed to the arm.
the animals' compartment shall be properly fixed to the vehicle;
They can be opened either by pulling the half rings or by using a small steel-made trigger mechanism fixed to the product concerned.
The fuel filler cap must be fixed to the filler pipe.
The attachment shall be fixed to the 5 daN load as in the vehicle.
They can be opened either by pulling the half rings or with a small steel trigger mechanism fixed to the ring binder mechanism.
Inserts that are not fixed to the printed paper (such as flyers, removable stickers) but sold or provided with it, shall fulfil the requirements of the Annex to this Decision only if the EU Ecolabel is intended to be placed on them.
The tank cap must be fixed to the filler pipe:
This equipment either stands on the floor or is fixed to the ceiling or a wall or other fixed structure.
'Course, that final match was fixed to let them stay up.
The large bowel's fixed to the abdominal wall.
Templates shall be fixed to substantially non-deformable parts of the structure.
Templates shall be fixed to a substantially non-deformable part of the structure.

Alternatives:

attached to
connected to
secured to

fixed in

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

Use 'fixed in' when describing something that is located or positioned within something else.

Examples:

The gem is fixed in the ring.
The battery is fixed in the compartment.
The key is fixed in the lock.
The bulb is fixed in the socket.
The mirror is fixed in the frame.

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The 184th infantry regiment was fixed in Gordzezhka.
It's fixed in a clenched spasm and it's excruciatingly painful.
Specimens are immediately fixed in formaldehyde.
Moreover, bad frame and header corruption issues will be fixed in few minutes.
The back is fixed in four positions.
Belted Base is fixed in the car with...
Magnets have a fixed hole, convenient fixed in any position.
It is fixed in position by a compact adjustment device with adjusting nuts.
These tissues were fixed in formalin or Bouin's fixative.
The top price of offer has been fixed in 40 thousand euros.
MFSA 2016-86 Security vulnerabilities fixed in Firefox ESR 45.4
This additional duty is fixed in accordance with the provisions of Annex 1.
Tissues should be fixed in situ, using perfusion techniques.
Several errors fixed in Plan and Section views.
Crowns dental prosthesis fixed in the root canal.
They needed it fixed in an hour.
Car got fixed in a hurry.
Lauren made a clerical error, which she then fixed in 72 hours.
Think of an image that will remain fixed in people's minds.
Just to get the taste fixed in my mind.

Alternatives:

located in
positioned in
placed in

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