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
Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 May 2025
Industrial-strength double-sided tapes, like Gorilla Tape, offer a durable, weather-resistant bond that works well for smooth, flat surfaces.
—Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 2 May 2025
Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 28 Apr. 2025
This gave students ample opportunity to bond with one another and make friends from around the world, all while studying Torah and celebrating Shabbat.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Apr. 2025
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Noun
The pace of our routines changed, priorities reshuffled, and for many, the social bonds that once anchored us began to loosen.
—Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 2 May 2025
Industrial-strength double-sided tapes, like Gorilla Tape, offer a durable, weather-resistant bond that works well for smooth, flat surfaces.
—Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 2 May 2025
Verb
Rourke was removed from the house by Big Brother for his behavior, leaving Siwa and Hughes a common enemy to bond over for the remainder of the competition.
—Alejandra Gularte, Vulture, 28 Apr. 2025
This gave students ample opportunity to bond with one another and make friends from around the world, all while studying Torah and celebrating Shabbat.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bond
Noun
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Baskin-Robbins: The ice cream shop chain has two special Mother's Day cakes – The Perfect Peony Cake and the Strawberries ‘n Cream Cake.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
10 May 2025
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The doughnut chain had originally planned to sell its sweet treats at all of McD’s 13,000 restaurants.—
Jade Walker,
CNN Money,
9 May 2025
Noun
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The state's Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment found a potential link between these dyes and hyperactivity.—
Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy,
USA Today,
4 May 2025
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That paper suggested a link between the MMR vaccine and autism.—
Bruce Y. Lee,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
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If the results are certified, the Slaughter Lane union and management will next work towards negotiating their first labor contract.—
Katie Kilkenny,
HollywoodReporter,
3 May 2025
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Friday, Booker signed a four-year, $22.5 million deal with the Cowboys to become the first first-round pick from the 2025 draft class to sign a contract.—
Saad Yousuf,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
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Lastly, apply a generous amount of glue to your nail before applying the press-on to your natural nail and holding it for at least 30 seconds so the glue dries down.—
Kleigh Balugo,
StyleCaster,
1 May 2025
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Braun stuck to Harden like glue, completely disrupting the flow of the Clippers’ offense in holding their engine to 11 points and just five assists against four turnovers.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
29 Apr. 2025
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Jennifer Ouellette Senior Writer Jennifer is a senior writer at Ars Technica with a particular focus on where science meets culture, covering everything from physics and related interdisciplinary topics to her favorite films and TV series.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
30 Apr. 2025
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Jennifer is a senior writer at Ars Technica with a particular focus on where science meets culture, covering everything from physics and related interdisciplinary topics to her favorite films and TV series.—
Jennifer Ouellette,
ArsTechnica,
18 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Mom Candle, a love letter to American summers, tennis bracelets and country club lunches.—
Kate Donnelly,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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The actress wore green earrings and a few cocktail rings and bracelets by Lorraine Schwartz Jewelry.—
WWD Staff,
Footwear News,
25 Apr. 2025
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The immigration raids have raised concerns over due process, racial profiling, and the detention of individuals with longstanding ties to their communities.—
Billal Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 May 2025
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Certainly, Pakistan has in the past had ties to some of the many militant groups in Kashmir.—
Ayesha Jalal,
The Conversation,
8 May 2025
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As president, Joe Biden also attempted to bring the Saudis into the fold in exchange for U.S. security guarantees and a civil nuclear program, but the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza complicated those efforts.—
Jennifer Jacobs,
CBS News,
2 May 2025
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Although the deal doesn't explicitly address security guarantees, Ukrainians are seeing the language coming from the White House as a good sign.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
1 May 2025
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“Bond.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bond. Accessed 13 May. 2025.
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