1
as in chain
something that physically prevents free movement
before they could release the captive, they had to undo a number of bonds
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2
as in link
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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3
as in contract
a formal agreement to fulfill an obligation
signed a bond to repay the money
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4
as in glue
a substance used to stick things together
what type of bond works best on ceramics?
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as in to relate
to form a close personal relationship
a man attempting to bond with his new and mistrustful stepson
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Recent Examples of bond
Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 9 Sep. 2025
Yields on French government bonds – or the interest rate demanded by investors – have risen above those of Spanish, Portuguese and Greek bonds, which were once at the heart of the eurozone debt crisis.
—Saskya Vandoorne, CNN Money, 9 Sep. 2025
Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Sep. 2025
Recent photographs have shown the comet displaying a distinct greenish color, likely due to a molecule made from two carbon atoms bonded together, called dicarbon.
—Joe Rao, Space.com, 8 Sep. 2025
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Noun
Henry, also known as YNW Bortlen, was initially out on bond pending trial on the murder charges but was arrested again on witness tampering charges in October 2023.
—Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 9 Sep. 2025
Yields on French government bonds – or the interest rate demanded by investors – have risen above those of Spanish, Portuguese and Greek bonds, which were once at the heart of the eurozone debt crisis.
—Saskya Vandoorne, CNN Money, 9 Sep. 2025
Verb
Imara and her brother Tamu have spent the last couple of months behind the scenes, bonding with their mother.
—Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Sep. 2025
Recent photographs have shown the comet displaying a distinct greenish color, likely due to a molecule made from two carbon atoms bonded together, called dicarbon.
—Joe Rao, Space.com, 8 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bond
Noun
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This past July, the conservative advocacy group America First Legal requested a federal investigation of the chain due to its alleged discrimination against white employees.—
Graham Hillard,
The Washington Examiner,
5 Sep. 2025
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The death sets off a chain of events that forces Lilian to revisit her fractured family life and complicated bond with her ex-husband.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The email included a link to an ad for energy-efficient home appliances sold by a subsidiary of Whirlpool in Brazil.—
Kyle Ingram,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Sep. 2025
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Dairy Some studies show a link between dairy consumption and a higher prostate cancer risk.—
Merve Ceylan,
Health,
7 Sep. 2025
Noun
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According to documents from the vote, PS agreed to a 20-year contract with the county.—
Vinod Sreeharsha,
Miami Herald,
6 Sep. 2025
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The new contract is a clear sign that Gasly will remain an integral part of Alpine’s future plans, as well as warding off any possible interest in the Frenchman from teams further up the grid in the coming years when seats open up.—
Madeline Coleman,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The adhesive system carries enough glue for multiple attachments in one mission so the operator can relocate to a better spot if needed.—
David Hambling,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Princess Catherine is happy to be part of the bigger picture, the glue of the royal family.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
2 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Second quarter 2025 billings registered a 3% quarter-over-quarter expansion supported by the leading-edge logic, advanced high bandwidth memory (HBM) related DRAM applications, as well as increase in shipments to Asia.—
Thomas Coughlin,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Schauffele's decision wasn't injury-related.—
Devlina Sarkar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Their desire, soured, turns into rage; the women in my family wear their resentments like bracelets.—
Eliana Ramage
September 4,
Literary Hub,
4 Sep. 2025
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So 🎶 make the friendship bracelets, take the moment and taste it🎶 — and maybe share this newsletter with someone who needs a little Swift and spice in their September!—
Ronnie Li,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The Dolphins would never willingly take on almost $80 million in dead space, and the team has also not shown any signs of even benching the star quarterback, much less cutting ties with him altogether.—
Drew VonScio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
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These cable ties come in a pack of 24 and can be used over and over again.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
8 Sep. 2025
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But there’s no guarantee, so state restrictions might remain in place.—
Evan Moore,
Charlotte Observer,
4 Sep. 2025
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Western officials say the key element of the guarantees will be continuing strong support for Ukraine's armed forces.—
John Irish,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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“Bond.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bond. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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