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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
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 Its bonded debt alone has increased by more than $1.25 billion in 10 years. Steven Malanga, WSJ, 28 Apr. 2021
Verb
The men were Midwest Baptist ministers bonded in a crusade for civil rights. Brian McCollum, Freep.com, 17 Feb. 2026 Kowalewski bonded out of the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center on Tuesday. David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 17 Feb. 2026 Others noticed how well Perry and Harris, who play the nonchalant grandfather and seemingly sheltered grandson, bonded on-screen, noting that their chemistry is evident and makes the movie funnier. Saleen Martin, USA Today, 16 Feb. 2026 Away from their own lives and exploring together, the two realize that despite their differences, they're bonded for life. Amanda Favazza, Southern Living, 15 Feb. 2026 The other suspects — 19-year-old Darius Chandler, 18-year-old Draylon Williams, 19-year-old Izac Villarreal and 18-year-old Donavan Wright — have bonded out. Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Feb. 2026 The cords loop through the sole unit and lock with a toggle, so the components connect mechanically instead of being bonded with traditional adhesives. Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 10 Feb. 2026 Sports have bonded the Burton family for decades. Christian Babcock, Mercury News, 7 Feb. 2026 Two popular choices are the amino acid glycine and magnesium glycinate, a form of the mineral magnesium that's bonded to glycine, often to maximize effectiveness. Sarah Garone, Health, 6 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bonded
Verb
  • Residents who oppose the dog park also raised health, noise and parking-related concerns during the January meeting.
    Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 24 Feb. 2026
  • Advertisement Because of the downpour and related travel restrictions, much of the city ground to a standstill, with even Broadway cancelling all shows Sunday evening.
    Chad de Guzman, Time, 23 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • 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
Adjective
  • The return of another Sharks Olympian to San Jose, though, has hit a snag, as coach Ryan Warsofsky said winger Pavol Regenda — as of early Monday afternoon — remained stuck in New York City due to the massive snowstorm that has pounded the northeast, causing flight delays and cancellations.
    Curtis Pashelka, Mercury News, 23 Feb. 2026
  • Mansfield police help a stuck motorist.
    CBS News, CBS News, 23 Feb. 2026

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

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