The term 'ATTACHES, IN A WAY' can be solved by eight different crossword solutions: GLUES (5 letters), NAILS (5 letters), TACKS (5 letters), PINSON (6 letters), SEWSON (6 letters), TIESON (6 letters), GLUESON (7 letters), TAPESON (7 letters), and SCREWSIN (8 letters). These words all refer to different methods of attaching two objects together. Glue is a sticky substance used to adhere two surfaces together, while nails and tacks are small pieces of metal that are driven into the surface of one object to hold it in place. Pins, sewing, and ties are all methods of attaching two objects together using thread or string. Glueson and tapeson refer to the use of adhesive tape to attach two objects, while screwsin refers to the use of screws to secure two objects together.