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
David Ferrara, The Enquirer, 3 Sep. 2025
Jail records reviewed by PEOPLE show that Agba was booked into the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center on a $3,500 bond.
—Ingrid Vasquez, People.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Leah Sarnoff, ABC News, 1 Sep. 2025
The two eventually bonded over their writing, trading notes about each other's work.
—Carson Blackwelder, People.com, 31 Aug. 2025
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Noun
Hamilton County Municipal Judge Samantha Silverstein held Luther on no bond.
—David Ferrara, The Enquirer, 3 Sep. 2025
Jail records reviewed by PEOPLE show that Agba was booked into the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center on a $3,500 bond.
—Ingrid Vasquez, People.com, 3 Sep. 2025
Verb
The film follows Costner as a Civil War soldier who bonds with a Sioux tribe and adapts to their way of life.
—Leah Sarnoff, ABC News, 1 Sep. 2025
The two eventually bonded over their writing, trading notes about each other's work.
—Carson Blackwelder, People.com, 31 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bond
Noun
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Sweetgreen, a popular East Coast salad chain, is opening its first Arizona location in Scottsdale on September 23.—
Endia Fontanez,
AZCentral.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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Nearly a dozen Michigan Claire's stores, a jewelry and accessory mall chain favored by tweens, teens and young women, will close among 291 closures announced by the company as part of its bankruptcy process.—
Mike Snider,
Freep.com,
29 Aug. 2025
Noun
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In fact, many posts feature tips on how to save, with people sharing discount codes, budget-friendly hacks and links to Amazon dupes of otherwise expensive items.—
Zoey Lyttle,
People.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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Specifically, one-click ad, playlist, smart link and SEO management.—
Andrea Zarczynski,
Forbes.com,
1 Sep. 2025
Noun
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An employee doing contract work at the BNSF Automotive Distribution Center in El Mirage has died after being trapped under a heavy metal plate, the El Mirage Police Department said.—
Julie Mendes,
AZCentral.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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The lower job total was part of a contract between the state and the company received by the Journal Sentinel through a public records request.—
Ricardo Torres,
jsonline.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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That alignment is the glue that holds a growing system together.—
Tim Koch,
Forbes.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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Stitch around the edges with contrasting thread or finish with fabric glue to prevent fraying.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Local law enforcement said that shooting was gang related.—
Robert Birsel
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Sep. 2025
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Compared to effects on memory and age-related brain health, more research shows creatine supplements can protect against specific cognitive stressors.—
Matt Fuchs,
Time,
2 Sep. 2025
Noun
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From high jewelry lapel pins on the red carpet and Slick Rick covering Something About Rocks in a diamond Bulgari chain, to Gen Z men’s bracelet stacks, men’s and unisex jewelry is here to stay.—
Kate Matthams,
Forbes.com,
31 Aug. 2025
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Her earrings, cuff bracelets, and necklaces are fabricated using a variety of techniques, including fold forming.—
Caroline Rogers,
Southern Living,
31 Aug. 2025
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Elizabeth Jacobs, director of regulatory affairs and policy at the right-leaning Center for Immigration Studies, said immigration officers have typically checked for ties to terrorism in their applications reviews.—
Eduardo Cuevas,
USA Today,
21 Aug. 2025
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Revealed during the Future Games Show showcase at Gamescom, Lunar Strike is the debut offering from Cognition Europe, an independent studio with huge ties to real-world conservation efforts.—
Ian Stokes,
Space.com,
21 Aug. 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 5 Sep. 2025.
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