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Definition of bondednext

bonded

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verb

past tense of bond
as in related
to form a close personal relationship a man attempting to bond with his new and mistrustful stepson

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Recent Examples of bonded
Adjective
Unlike clip- and tape-ins, these are pre-bonded strands that use partial keratin — a protein already found in the hair — as an adhesive. Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 19 May 2026 Yet advocates say bonded labor is still rampant in the sugar industry, as recent incidents in Maharashtra have shown. Haziq Qadri, The Christian Science Monitor, 8 May 2023 Its bonded and riveted aluminum chassis features a suspension that doesn't crack teeth even in its firmest setting. Eric Stafford, Car and Driver, 18 Jan. 2023 Cost is $25 for single and bonded adult cats; $50 for one kitten and $75 for two kittens. Carol Kovach, cleveland, 12 July 2022 These very bonded five-year-old brothers fit the bill and are just waiting for a new, loving home to brighten. The Republic, The Arizona Republic, 1 July 2022 An October 2021 Gallup poll found that workers with more flexible schedules are more productive, more loyal, and more bonded with their coworkers. Jane Thier, Fortune, 23 June 2022 Coming out of the events of 605 and 606, Archie and Betty are pretty bonded. Samantha Highfill, EW.com, 18 Mar. 2022 The material is the same as used in the racing car chairs that AndaSeat used to build and offer smooth bonded, scratch and stain-resistant technology. Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 11 Oct. 2021
Verb
High above, Jace and Baela are unexpectedly joined by Baela’s sister Rhaena (Phoebe Campbell), who has bonded with the rogue dragon Sheepstealer, and is unable to control the monster. Jordan Moreau, Variety, 22 June 2026 Researchers are evaluating whether the technology can create load-bearing stiffeners that are bonded onto composite panels or integrated directly during fabrication. Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 22 June 2026 Matt bonded quickly with Granger and with Owens, whose wife, Sara, died from breast cancer. Rob Picheta, CNN Money, 21 June 2026 Notably, the Trionda consists of only four panels, which are thermally bonded together. Liam Tharme, New York Times, 20 June 2026 The couple bonded over their grief at losing a parent early on. Rachel McRady, PEOPLE, 17 June 2026 The young female has bonded well with her mother, Kala, behind the scenes as zookeepers prepare to introduce her to the rest of the herd in the coming weeks. Usa Today, USA Today, 16 June 2026 The Ambriz brothers’ creative pursuit of the unpopular and the unfeasible has bonded them with Del Toro. Carlos Aguilar, Los Angeles Times, 15 June 2026 The couple would be wise to solicit recommendations from friends – even keeping a running list, just in case, plus agree that anyone coming into the home for repairs needs to be bonded and insured. R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 15 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bonded
Adjective
  • Your body will eventually expel the stuck parts as the wound heals.
    Kate Wong, Scientific American, 22 June 2026
  • While the lyrical concerns remain sadly relevant, Terrestrials can’t help but feel stuck in time.
    Cassidy Sollazzo, Pitchfork, 19 June 2026
Verb
  • Pending weather or field-related delays, a southbound exit ramp to Rosedale is expected to open this summer.
    Emily Holshouser, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 June 2026
  • John Moore, who is not related, and Sarah Burleson, who live in the apartment, told NBC affiliate WIS of Columbia that Moore seemed disoriented.
    Phil Helsel, NBC news, 22 June 2026
Verb
  • The Romans had their thermae, the Japanese communed in onsens, and Native American tribes gathered in sweat lodges.
    Jen Murphy, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 May 2026
  • Psychic medium Patti Negri communed with the spirits at the Winchester Mystery House on Wednesday night to make a prediction on which team will win the Super Bowl on Sunday.
    Sal Pizarro, Mercury News, 5 Feb. 2026

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“Bonded.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bonded. Accessed 26 Jun. 2026.

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