as in restricted
having distinct or certain limits
in their paintings the Impressionists played down bounded figures and concentrated on the subtle, fleeting effects of light
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as in defined
to mark the limits of
the country is bounded by water on two sides
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as in bordered
to serve as a border for
being bounded on all sides by the Alps has helped Switzerland maintain its neutrality
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as in hopped
to move with a light springing step
the child giggled and bounded off to play with her friends
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Recent Examples of bounded
Judith Shulevitz, The Atlantic, 17 Feb. 2026
Other mathematicians, however, point out that past performance does not guarantee future returns, because an unbounded fluid is nothing like a bounded one.
—Quanta Magazine, 9 Jan. 2026
Yet, until now, key mathematical rules governing these operators lacked a rigorous foundation beyond bounded cases.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 29 Dec. 2025
Start small and run experiments, such as applying for a first grant or running a bounded peer-to-peer campaign.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2025
My sense so far is that migration is becoming more bounded (notably from Africa to Europe), more regional and with a greater emphasis on cultural assimilation.
—Mike O'Sullivan, Forbes, 4 June 2022
Although Joshua Tree comprises more than 1,200 square miles of desert with a clear and bounded border, its interior is a constantly changing landscape of hills, canyons, riverbeds, caves and alcoves large enough to hide a human from view.
—Kelzim, Longreads, 19 Feb. 2022
What Franzen’s narrative method suggests is a reality in which relatively coherent and bounded psyches look out onto a world that offers them a range of choices for action and meaning; the psyches select from these options, and later on repent of or are grateful for their selections.
—Alan Jacobs, Harper's Magazine, 28 Sep. 2021
Numerous robot demonstrations still rely on algorithms set for specialized tasks in bounded situations.
—IEEE Spectrum, 19 July 2021
Adam Harrington, CBS News, 26 Mar. 2026
But also look at where Pelle Larsson was on that final play, raising his hands as if in victory when Durant’s shot bounded off the rim, instead of remaining in chase mode.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 22 Mar. 2026
Living in a continent-sized nation bounded by two vast oceans allows for that dangerous self-deception.
—Chuck Devore, Twin Cities, 22 Mar. 2026
The ball then hit the football goal post crossbar and bounded down to Luis Duenas who headed it from point-blank range toward the net.
—Darren Lauber, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Mar. 2026
Living in a continent-sized nation bounded by two vast oceans allows for that dangerous self-deception.
—Chuck Devore, Chicago Tribune, 18 Mar. 2026
Incredibolt surged through an opening mid-stretch and bounded clear of the field, finishing strong through the wire.
—ABC News, 14 Mar. 2026
Roosevelt Row is generally bounded by Seventh Street on the east and Seventh Avenue on the west.
—Meredith G. White, AZCentral.com, 5 Mar. 2026
The planning area is bounded by Interstate 5 on the east, the city of Del Mar to the west, the city of Solana Beach to the north, and the University community to the south.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Feb. 2026
Adjective
Beloved ’s revenant defies the dictates of realism according to which a character is a bounded individual.
—Judith Shulevitz, The Atlantic, 17 Feb. 2026
Other mathematicians, however, point out that past performance does not guarantee future returns, because an unbounded fluid is nothing like a bounded one.
—Quanta Magazine, 9 Jan. 2026
Yet, until now, key mathematical rules governing these operators lacked a rigorous foundation beyond bounded cases.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 29 Dec. 2025
Start small and run experiments, such as applying for a first grant or running a bounded peer-to-peer campaign.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2025
My sense so far is that migration is becoming more bounded (notably from Africa to Europe), more regional and with a greater emphasis on cultural assimilation.
—Mike O'Sullivan, Forbes, 4 June 2022
Although Joshua Tree comprises more than 1,200 square miles of desert with a clear and bounded border, its interior is a constantly changing landscape of hills, canyons, riverbeds, caves and alcoves large enough to hide a human from view.
—Kelzim, Longreads, 19 Feb. 2022
What Franzen’s narrative method suggests is a reality in which relatively coherent and bounded psyches look out onto a world that offers them a range of choices for action and meaning; the psyches select from these options, and later on repent of or are grateful for their selections.
—Alan Jacobs, Harper's Magazine, 28 Sep. 2021
Numerous robot demonstrations still rely on algorithms set for specialized tasks in bounded situations.
—IEEE Spectrum, 19 July 2021
Verb
Pedicabs may not stage or operate in the area bounded by Grace Street, Newport Avenue, Halsted Street, and Racine Avenue.
—Adam Harrington, CBS News, 26 Mar. 2026
But also look at where Pelle Larsson was on that final play, raising his hands as if in victory when Durant’s shot bounded off the rim, instead of remaining in chase mode.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 22 Mar. 2026
Living in a continent-sized nation bounded by two vast oceans allows for that dangerous self-deception.
—Chuck Devore, Twin Cities, 22 Mar. 2026
The ball then hit the football goal post crossbar and bounded down to Luis Duenas who headed it from point-blank range toward the net.
—Darren Lauber, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Mar. 2026
Living in a continent-sized nation bounded by two vast oceans allows for that dangerous self-deception.
—Chuck Devore, Chicago Tribune, 18 Mar. 2026
Incredibolt surged through an opening mid-stretch and bounded clear of the field, finishing strong through the wire.
—ABC News, 14 Mar. 2026
Roosevelt Row is generally bounded by Seventh Street on the east and Seventh Avenue on the west.
—Meredith G. White, AZCentral.com, 5 Mar. 2026
The planning area is bounded by Interstate 5 on the east, the city of Del Mar to the west, the city of Solana Beach to the north, and the University community to the south.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bounded
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Again this year, visitors are contending with a somewhat restricted blossom appreciation area at the Tidal Basin, home to the highest concentration of the trees.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
26 Mar. 2026
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Actions such as hostilities toward staff or other residents, bringing items to meetings that can be used as weapons, or showing unusual interest in restricted areas should also raise red flags.—
Evonne Andris,
Miami Herald,
26 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The particles that make up these dark nebulae are of a finite size, and that size is extremely good at absorbing visible light.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
26 Mar. 2026
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Both know their time with the Rangers is finite, but hope their impact is not.—
Evan Grant,
Dallas Morning News,
23 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Supplemental Security Income is a program administered by the Social Security Administration providing benefits for those with limited or no income or resources, those aged 65 or older, and those who are blind or have a qualifying disability.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
29 Mar. 2026
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You're also given a 5-year limited warranty that covers you in case something happens to it.—
George Yang,
PC Magazine,
28 Mar. 2026
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Plus Yosh Nijman, Ekwonu’s backup and the Panthers’ swing tackle, suddenly retired earlier this month — flinging the Panthers’ offensive line plan into even narrower straits.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Mar. 2026
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As deductions narrow and dependents age out, Roth withdrawals become one of the cleanest sources of tax-free income available for the 62-to-70 age group.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
27 Mar. 2026
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There is a definite downside, though.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
24 Mar. 2026
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One definite booking is the Gene Simmons Legends of Rock Expo in Las Vegas in late September where Dave will appear alongside Simmons, Disturbed bassist John Moyer, Vanilla Fudge drummer Carmine Appice, Black Sabbath drummer Vinny Appice, and Kiss guitarist Bruce Kulick.—
Andy Greene,
Rolling Stone,
23 Mar. 2026
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“Bounded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bounded. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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