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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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
Nollyanne Delacruz, Mercury News, 21 Jan. 2026
The judge exceeded that request, setting bond at more than $5 million.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 21 Jan. 2026
Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 16 Jan. 2026
But ending their almost eight-year wait for domestic silverware would be a perfect way for Liam Rosenior to bond with supporters.
—Dan Sheldon, New York Times, 14 Jan. 2026
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Noun
Alfaro also suggested buying general obligation bonds to fund capital projects.
—Nollyanne Delacruz, Mercury News, 21 Jan. 2026
The judge exceeded that request, setting bond at more than $5 million.
—Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 21 Jan. 2026
Verb
Was that one of the first points the two of you bonded over during Adam Carter Rehmeier’s Carolina Caroline?
—Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 16 Jan. 2026
But ending their almost eight-year wait for domestic silverware would be a perfect way for Liam Rosenior to bond with supporters.
—Dan Sheldon, New York Times, 14 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bond
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The burger chain originally opened in 1982 near the corner of C Street and Elvas Avenue in East Sacramento, according to previous Bee reporting.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
10 Jan. 2026
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Maybe the implications of binding yourself in chains?—
Radhika Seth,
Vogue,
10 Jan. 2026
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Millions upon millions of people are using generative AI as their ongoing advisor on mental health considerations (note that ChatGPT alone has over 900 million weekly active users, a notable proportion of which dip into mental health aspects, see my analysis at the link here).—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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Numerous studies that have been done over decades have ruled out harms such as a link between the vitamin K shot and childhood cancer, the CDC says.—
Dr. Jade Cobern,
ABC News,
23 Jan. 2026
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The contract includes a no-trade provision allowing Bregman to block deals without his consent.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
11 Jan. 2026
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Videos surfaced on social media showing Doncic taunting Schroder for turning down a four-year, $84 million contract with the Lakers in 2021.—
Jason Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
11 Jan. 2026
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While you might be inclined to take the less humane route to keep mice out—stocking up on traps, glues, essential oils, and other expensive (and often gruesome) killers—there are plenty of natural ways to repel mice worth trying, too.—
Kylie McConville,
The Spruce,
21 Jan. 2026
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Senior guard Ashley Waslo can be considered a glue player for Burlington Central.—
Paul Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Jan. 2026
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Dykstra, 62, was arrested Thursday on suspicion of possessing narcotics and narcotic-related equipment but was not taken into custody, trooper Kody Nowicki told The Athletic.—
Matt Moret,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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With so many insects packed together in moist and dark places — and all closely related, sharing the same genetic vulnerabilities — infections and diseases can quickly pose an enormous threat to the well-being of an ant colony.—
Arundathi Nair,
NPR,
7 Jan. 2026
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Anna and Jack put the pieces together that all three crimes are connected by the disturbing messages displayed on their deceased bodies, as well as the same friendship bracelet attached to each victim.—
Caroline Blair,
PEOPLE,
10 Jan. 2026
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To end the meal, our waitress tied red string bracelets with small wooden charms around our wrists, a gesture meant to bring good fortune in the year ahead.—
Angela Lian,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Jan. 2026
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Protesters alleged one of the church’s pastors — not Parnell — has ties to immigration enforcement.—
Editorial,
Boston Herald,
24 Jan. 2026
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After a year of Trump disrespecting European allies, many had wondered how much of the old transatlantic ties remained.—
Joseph Ataman,
CNN Money,
24 Jan. 2026
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Because there's no guarantee repellents will keep your pets from eating plants, avoid using sprays that contain toxic ingredients like essential oils.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
22 Jan. 2026
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Entrenched obstacles to a peace deal were Russia's demands that Ukraine hand over its eastern Donbas region, and Ukraine's demands for security guarantees from Western partners to deter Russia from invading Ukraine again in the future.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
21 Jan. 2026
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“Bond.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bond. Accessed 25 Jan. 2026.
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