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as in sequence
a series of things linked together
the chain of events that led the American colonies to seek independence from Great Britain
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as in obstacle
something that makes movement or progress difficult
this community will grow and prosper only after it has thrown off the chains of ignorance and prejudice
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as in bracelet
something that physically prevents free movement
chains on the prisoner's ankles
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as in to bind
to confine or restrain with or as if with chains
chaining up the dog in the backyard
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as in to connect
to put or bring together so as to form a new and longer whole
the prosecutor meticulously and brilliantly chained all the evidence together in his closing argument
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Recent Examples of chain
Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 8 May 2025
Here’s what to expect Expedia has a warning about America's travel industry
The doughnut chain first unveiled the plan last March, saying its products would soon appear in McDonald’s nationwide, reaching all 13,500 U.S. locations by the end of 2026.
—Niamh Rowe, Quartz, 8 May 2025
IEEE Spectrum, 19 Mar. 2025
In a shocking reveal, Adam is chained up in a secret basement as Kingpin cruelly watches over him.
—Jordan Moreau, Variety, 19 Mar. 2025
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Noun
Instead, Shaq’s fast-casual chain shot an air ball.
—Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 8 May 2025
Here’s what to expect Expedia has a warning about America's travel industry
The doughnut chain first unveiled the plan last March, saying its products would soon appear in McDonald’s nationwide, reaching all 13,500 U.S. locations by the end of 2026.
—Niamh Rowe, Quartz, 8 May 2025
Verb
And while the researchers don’t mention it, the obvious extension to this work is to chain together multiple jumps, and eventually to combine branch jumping with the ground jumping and wall jumping that Salto can do already to really give those squirrels a jump for their nuts.
—IEEE Spectrum, 19 Mar. 2025
In a shocking reveal, Adam is chained up in a secret basement as Kingpin cruelly watches over him.
—Jordan Moreau, Variety, 19 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for chain
Noun
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The entire sequence unfolds at Galilee Gulch, played in the show by a mansion on Lake Murray, just outside the state capital of Columbia, that happens to be the largest single-family residence in South Carolina, at around 18,000 square feet.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
5 May 2025
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Early in the first half against Villa, one sequence demonstrated the two most outstanding aspects of Lavia’s game: his ability to receive and retain the ball under pressure, and his talent for identifying and playing line-breaking passes that give his team an advantage.—
Liam Twomey,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
Noun
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The final three are for ensuring successful implementation of the decision: foresight, which is the habit of setting goals; alertness, the habit of having situational awareness; and preparedness, the habit of anticipating and avoiding obstacles to implementation.—
Andrew Abela,
Forbes.com,
3 May 2025
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Firing federal officials Trump has aggressively targeted federal employees seen as obstacles to his agenda, from career bureaucrats to political appointees.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
3 May 2025
Noun
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Mom Candle, a love letter to American summers, tennis bracelets and country club lunches.—
Kate Donnelly,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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The actress wore green earrings and a few cocktail rings and bracelets by Lorraine Schwartz Jewelry.—
WWD Staff,
Footwear News,
25 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Post yourself up at hotels like The Carlyle or The Mark, and you’re bound to catch a glimpse of one of your favorite singers or actors.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
4 May 2025
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The spacecraft was bound for Venus, but an issue with a timer cut an engine burn prematurely, which ultimately left the spacecraft stuck in Earth’s orbit.—
Toria Sheffield,
People.com,
3 May 2025
Verb
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Heiss felt toward the relationship between them a kind of atavistic idealism, which connected the experience to relationships between the Greek erastes and eromenos.—
Lillian Fishman,
New Yorker,
4 May 2025
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This delivery and presence is wholly original but feels connected to this history and craft of standup.—
Rosa Escandon,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
Noun
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The League of Their Own actress reflected on the disappointing reaction to her outfit at the Academy Awards — a sleek ivory dress with black straps and a long, bright white train accompanied by black shoes and dark pantyhose.—
Wesley Stenzel,
EW.com,
1 May 2025
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The gamble paid off, and Bicester has become one of the most popular destinations for international tourists in England, with its own train station, high-end restaurants, and a VIP shopping service to rival those offered by the big London stores and international luxury brands.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
1 May 2025
Noun
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The Vessel Project is built on the principles of mutual aid, ensuring that no one is left behind and that support reaches those in need without the bureaucratic hurdles that often hinder access.—
Jameelah Nasheed,
Essence,
1 May 2025
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The Olympian and World Championship silver medalist is a superstar heptathlete who’s headed for the women’s long hurdles.—
Cory Mull,
Forbes.com,
1 May 2025
Verb
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The Waters/Agassi partnership ground out rallies but the teenagers persevered and tied the match.—
Todd Boss,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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The doc examines Naomi Judd’s complicated bond with her daughters, Wynonna and Ashley, that both tied them together and drove them apart.—
Ryan Schwartz,
TVLine,
3 May 2025
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“Chain.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chain. Accessed 13 May. 2025.
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