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as in handcuffs
something that physically prevents free movement
before they could release the captive, they had to undo a number of bonds
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as in links
a uniting or binding force or influence
the bond of love between them was so strong that even death could not break it
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as in contracts
a formal agreement to fulfill an obligation
signed a bond to repay the money
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as in glues
a substance used to stick things together
what type of bond works best on ceramics?
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as in communes
to form a close personal relationship
a man attempting to bond with his new and mistrustful stepson
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Recent Examples of bonds
Nicolas Villamil, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Apr. 2026
In this form, hydrogens fully break free of their bonds to oxygens, allowing the ice to conduct electricity.
—Shalma Wegsman, Quanta Magazine, 27 Apr. 2026
This formula contains Olaplex’s proprietary ingredient, bis-aminopropyl diglycol dimaleate, to relink the bonds broken when hair is processed.
—Deanna Pai, Vogue, 27 Apr. 2026
Sovereign wealth funds invest in assets, such as stocks, bonds and real estate.
—ABC News, 27 Apr. 2026
The team proposed starting the Stadium Securitization Corporation, a new entity that would issue bonds, collect revenues from stadium taxes, pay off the debts and stop raids on the city’s general fund.
—Brian J. Rogal, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
Its Peptide-132 Hair Bonding Oil is a lightweight fix that helps strengthen damaged bonds, smooth frizz, temporarily seal split ends, and add glossy shine—without weighing hair down.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 27 Apr. 2026
Tomlin described a player who loves the process, the informal moments and the bonds with teammates, and who remains physically capable.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 27 Apr. 2026
That number has been climbing as towers come online, leases reset at higher rents, and the original construction bonds are paid down.
—Peter Peyser, New York Daily News, 26 Apr. 2026
Daniel D'addario, Variety, 21 Apr. 2026
Although her sons might not be interested in acting yet, there's another way Banks bonds with her kids.
—Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 15 Apr. 2026
Fox plays Gerry on the show, a Parkinson’s patient who bonds with Ford’s character Paul, who is also diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease.
—Alex Cramer, HollywoodReporter, 8 Apr. 2026
The architect ultimately bonds with — and quickly becomes attracted to — his friend’s wife (Pamela Gidley), and as the two of them pursue their passions together, secrets from the architect’s past and family bubble to the surface.
—Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 1 Apr. 2026
Tekton bonds the body together into a seamless, self-supporting monocoque optimized for thermal and leakproof integrity.
—New Atlas, 4 Mar. 2026
Guess what bonds that group together?
—Jayson Stark, New York Times, 10 Feb. 2026
That would be Jinu, soda-popping demon who steals souls but ultimately bonds with Rumi.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 24 Jan. 2026
The adhesive that bonds a child to a sports team is one of the most powerful elements in the universe.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026
Noun
Last week, the Rays response reads, the county identified an additional $60 million shortfall based on the assumption that Community Investment Tax bonds would be taxable.
—Nicolas Villamil, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Apr. 2026
In this form, hydrogens fully break free of their bonds to oxygens, allowing the ice to conduct electricity.
—Shalma Wegsman, Quanta Magazine, 27 Apr. 2026
This formula contains Olaplex’s proprietary ingredient, bis-aminopropyl diglycol dimaleate, to relink the bonds broken when hair is processed.
—Deanna Pai, Vogue, 27 Apr. 2026
Sovereign wealth funds invest in assets, such as stocks, bonds and real estate.
—ABC News, 27 Apr. 2026
The team proposed starting the Stadium Securitization Corporation, a new entity that would issue bonds, collect revenues from stadium taxes, pay off the debts and stop raids on the city’s general fund.
—Brian J. Rogal, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
Its Peptide-132 Hair Bonding Oil is a lightweight fix that helps strengthen damaged bonds, smooth frizz, temporarily seal split ends, and add glossy shine—without weighing hair down.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 27 Apr. 2026
Tomlin described a player who loves the process, the informal moments and the bonds with teammates, and who remains physically capable.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 27 Apr. 2026
That number has been climbing as towers come online, leases reset at higher rents, and the original construction bonds are paid down.
—Peter Peyser, New York Daily News, 26 Apr. 2026
Verb
Comedy is the throughline that bonds it all together.
—Daniel D'addario, Variety, 21 Apr. 2026
Although her sons might not be interested in acting yet, there's another way Banks bonds with her kids.
—Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 15 Apr. 2026
Fox plays Gerry on the show, a Parkinson’s patient who bonds with Ford’s character Paul, who is also diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease.
—Alex Cramer, HollywoodReporter, 8 Apr. 2026
The architect ultimately bonds with — and quickly becomes attracted to — his friend’s wife (Pamela Gidley), and as the two of them pursue their passions together, secrets from the architect’s past and family bubble to the surface.
—Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 1 Apr. 2026
Tekton bonds the body together into a seamless, self-supporting monocoque optimized for thermal and leakproof integrity.
—New Atlas, 4 Mar. 2026
Guess what bonds that group together?
—Jayson Stark, New York Times, 10 Feb. 2026
That would be Jinu, soda-popping demon who steals souls but ultimately bonds with Rumi.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 24 Jan. 2026
The adhesive that bonds a child to a sports team is one of the most powerful elements in the universe.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bonds
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The officer was then recorded repeatedly punching Suarez, before placing him in handcuffs, court documents show.—
Colin Mixson,
New York Daily News,
24 Apr. 2026
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The Okaloosa sheriff’s office said Gillum was arrested without incident Wednesday night at a hotel in Destin, and posted a photo of him being led away in handcuffs.—
Jack Brook,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Apr. 2026
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Betting/odds, ticketing and streaming links in this article are provided by partners of The Athletic.—
Data Skrive,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
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Take control of your money with CNBC Select CNBC Select is editorially independent and may earn a commission from affiliate partners on links.—
Bradley Krae,
CNBC,
25 Apr. 2026
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Yeah, another year each on their contracts.—
Charles Bethea,
New Yorker,
26 Apr. 2026
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John Gudvangen, Denver Thanks to the editorial board for its call for greater scrutiny of education consulting contracts.—
DP Opinion,
Denver Post,
25 Apr. 2026
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With their eco-friendly design that’s free from toxic glues, dyes, and microplastics, shoppers love that these cutting boards are food-safe and durable enough to last for years.—
Caley Sturgill,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Apr. 2026
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Wallace said the company had several types of glues and solvents on site, as well as oxygen, propane, gas and a waste oil tank.—
Lily Carey,
Baltimore Sun,
28 Apr. 2026
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In fact, Flytrex has partnered with several other fast-food chains, including Chick-fil-A, Jersey Mike’s Subs, Kebabs to Go and El Pollo Loco.—
Drew Pittock,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2026
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To address this, Cotton Incorporated collaborated with leading global researchers to quantify plastic leakage across both cotton and synthetic value chains, spanning fast fashion and more traditional apparel categories.—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
27 Apr. 2026
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But a legal case against Moya could expose ties between her party and Mexico’s cartels, kneecapping her domestic standing.—
Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson,
semafor.com,
30 Apr. 2026
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Many of us have longstanding ties to both the Barn and the Ridgefield community.—
Pamela Brown,
Hartford Courant,
30 Apr. 2026
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This is not an area where spending more guarantees better results.—
Lauren Jarvis-Gibson,
Miami Herald,
24 Apr. 2026
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The reality is that the United States cannot permanently end this war without making bold decisions that leave no party satisfied but that offer guarantees to permanently end the fighting.—
Alexander Langlois,
Oc Register,
22 Apr. 2026
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This mechanical locking creates a cohesive link that provides structural integrity without the need for adhesives.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Apr. 2026
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Mussels, for instance, create strong underwater adhesives and fibers through dense protein droplets.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Footwear News,
20 Apr. 2026
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“Bonds.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bonds. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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