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
William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 11 Nov. 2025
The primal bond between parent and child was broken for the sake of an extractive and absurdly unnecessary transaction, or perhaps on behalf of an equally primal urge to punish the wayward and the weak.
—Jessica Winter, New Yorker, 11 Nov. 2025
Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
Valentina may prefer people but the two dogs bonded well.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 29 Oct. 2025
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Noun
CalPERS staff is recommending that as part of the transition from Strategic Asset Allocation to a Total Portfolio Approach, the board should adopt a reference portfolio that is made up of 75% equities and 25% bonds, which will be used as a metric to measure how well the fund is performing.
—William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 11 Nov. 2025
The primal bond between parent and child was broken for the sake of an extractive and absurdly unnecessary transaction, or perhaps on behalf of an equally primal urge to punish the wayward and the weak.
—Jessica Winter, New Yorker, 11 Nov. 2025
Verb
Most dogs tend to bond with the person that gives them most attention and affection.
—Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
Valentina may prefer people but the two dogs bonded well.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 29 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bond
Noun
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The chain started with a single location in Rogers in 2017 and offers more than 20,000 drink combinations.—
John Magsam,
Arkansas Online,
8 Nov. 2025
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The content creator dressed in a stunning array of jewels, a chain-style seashell dress from Paco Rabanne retailing for nearly $4,000, and a metallic purse.—
Luke Chinman,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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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,
9 Nov. 2025
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There are more subtle links between the franchises as well, like the casting of Cameron Brown as the Drone Synth in the film.—
Lauren Huff,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Besides Adebayo, Miami’s only other available center was two-way contract player Vlad Goldin, who arrived from a G-League assignment but did not play.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
8 Nov. 2025
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Full-time faculty members on 12-month contracts commit to another 192 hours during TCC’s two summer sessions.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Inspectors observed rodent droppings in the kitchen area and dead mice on a glue trap.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Nov. 2025
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There were two dead German cockroaches in a glue trap in the cabinet under the microwave.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
7 Nov. 2025
Verb
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There’s even an academic advancement program with tuition support for job- and industry-related courses.—
Idaho Statesman,
Idaho Statesman,
11 Nov. 2025
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Assistant’s plea scheduled While their cases are related, Trauernicht and McFadden are being prosecuted separately.—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
10 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Shopping the online jeweler’s collection means classics like tennis bracelets and diamond toi et moi rings boast a more accessible price without losing the elevated appeal of fine jewelry.—
Jessie Quinn,
StyleCaster,
7 Nov. 2025
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It’s outfitted with compartments for earrings, necklaces, bracelets, and rings, including areas with snap closures to keep chains knot-free.—
Clara McMahon,
PEOPLE,
6 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Not to be left out is a perpétuelle montre à tact in 20-karat gold with ties to King George IV of Great Britain.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
11 Nov. 2025
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In a back-and-forth game that included 15 lead changes and 12 ties, the Heat won the game on a game-winning inbounds play in overtime.—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
11 Nov. 2025
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Pham said the state needs a guarantee that more federal funding is coming.—
NPR,
NPR,
6 Nov. 2025
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The Journal and subsequently other media outlets seized on the remarks as suggesting the company was seeking a federal guarantee.—
Steve Kopack,
NBC news,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Bond.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bond. Accessed 21 Nov. 2025.
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