1
as in tieing
to confine or restrain with or as if with chains
prisons tend to bind convicted criminals for transport
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2
as in bandaging
to cover with a bandage
bind the wound to stop the bleeding
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3
as in tying
to gather into a tight mass by means of a line or cord
bind the asparagus spears carefully before packing the bunches
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Recent Examples of binding
Reuters, NBC news, 20 May 2025
Breadon’s objection blocked a vote on the matter and automatically sent the resolution, which is not legally binding and thus symbolic in nature, to a Council committee for a potential hearing.
—Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 15 May 2025
Ross Rosenfeld, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Apr. 2025
Observing the homemade wooden skis with iron bindings gives you a greater appreciation for modern technology and materials.
—Gigi Ragland, The Denver Post, 14 Jan. 2025
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 21 Mar. 2025
Read the fine print A loan agreement is a binding contract.
—Quinlan Grim, Sacramento Bee, 21 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
After three years of negotiations, the legally binding pact was adopted by the World Health Assembly in Geneva.
—Reuters, NBC news, 20 May 2025
Breadon’s objection blocked a vote on the matter and automatically sent the resolution, which is not legally binding and thus symbolic in nature, to a Council committee for a potential hearing.
—Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 15 May 2025
Noun
The fragment was uncovered in 1978 and was preserved, likely by accident, in the binding of a book found in the library at Hereford Cathedral.
—Ross Rosenfeld, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Apr. 2025
Observing the homemade wooden skis with iron bindings gives you a greater appreciation for modern technology and materials.
—Gigi Ragland, The Denver Post, 14 Jan. 2025
Verb
Researchers revealed that the molecular docking analysis results provided important insights into the binding affinities of PHA synthase enzyme-substrate complexes across different genera.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 21 Mar. 2025
Read the fine print A loan agreement is a binding contract.
—Quinlan Grim, Sacramento Bee, 21 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for binding
Adjective
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Prior to Sunday's attack, Soliman was driving for Uber, which required him to have a valid Social Security number, CBS News has learned.—
Emily Mae Czachor,
CBS News,
3 June 2025
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On cross-examination, Ferguson confirmed that there were employees in the finance department who went through the corporate credit card statements to determine which charges were valid business expenses and which were personal expenses.—
Nicki Brown,
CNN Money,
3 June 2025
Noun
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Stock photo of crime scene tape from a shooting in Royal Oak, Michigan, on May 14, 2018.—
Hollie Silverman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 May 2025
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It can be repaired with heavy-duty, water-resistant tape specifically designed for PVC rafts.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
30 May 2025
Verb
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Lamar Jackson led a furious final push down the field, capped with Isaiah Likely’s spectacular would-be game-tying touchdown snag.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
The Athletic,
8 Jan. 2025
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With a second-quarter 3-pointer, Herro extended his career best streak of games with at least one 3-pointer to 69, tying Duncan Robinson’s franchise record, a record set in 2021.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
8 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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The legal questions raised by Lliuya's lawsuit could inform new laws or treaties addressing transnational environmental harm.—
Monica Sanders,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2025
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In order to pay his legal costs, AJ prepares to sell off some of his assets, which include the Airbnb.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
1 June 2025
Noun
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Related Stories The high-gloss sandals echoed the sheen of her Western-style fringed jacket from Ferrari’s fall 2025 ready-to-wear collection, with the wraparound straps and fringe creating a cohesive sense of movement and texture.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
4 June 2025
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The straps are plush and easy to adjust, providing comfort during extended wear.—
Donna Kim,
Travel + Leisure,
4 June 2025
Adjective
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The win was the fifth in a row for Detroit and 20th in its last 28 games, and raised its division-leading record to 35-21, good for a .655 winning percentage.—
Jon Vankin,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 June 2025
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Newcomer Davante Adams, 32, and Puka Nacua, 25, will complement one another, giving the Rams their best veteran tandem at receiver since Cooper Kupp and Odell Beckham Jr. fueled the Super Bowl-winning offense.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 May 2025
Noun
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Next, put on your earring, piercing through the bandage before securing the back of the earring.—
Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
21 May 2025
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Compression bandages: Place a compression bandage over the affected area to keep pressure on the injury and reduce swelling.—
Mark Gurarie,
Health,
22 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Discount stores such as Dollar General tend to gain during periods of economic strain as shoppers tighten their belts.—
Nathaniel Meyersohn,
CNN Money,
3 June 2025
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Clip it to your bag, belt, or bike, and get ready to jam out – for less.—
Cierra Cowan,
PC Magazine,
2 June 2025
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“Binding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/binding. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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