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
Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 22 Apr. 2026
From surprise proposals to solo parenting, glam getaways to growing pains, this is the new era of reality TV where the chaos is couture — and the bonds are unbreakable.
—Peter White, Deadline, 22 Apr. 2026
Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 21 Apr. 2026
Garrison bonded out quickly, but Sousa remained at a Broward County jail for about a month before being transferred to ICE custody.
—Chelsea Jones, Miami Herald, 21 Apr. 2026
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Noun
The bridge cost just under $16 million, funded by future city bonds, GO bonds and casino lease revenue.
—Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 22 Apr. 2026
From surprise proposals to solo parenting, glam getaways to growing pains, this is the new era of reality TV where the chaos is couture — and the bonds are unbreakable.
—Peter White, Deadline, 22 Apr. 2026
Verb
These two beacons of truth and connoisseurs of mess have been bonded for over a decade, sharing the traumas of a crappy Boston dorm room and a pitiful Brooklyn dating scene.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 21 Apr. 2026
Garrison bonded out quickly, but Sousa remained at a Broward County jail for about a month before being transferred to ICE custody.
—Chelsea Jones, Miami Herald, 21 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bond
Noun
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An aspiring author had sent Hoover their manuscript, also copying a fraudulent email impersonating Hoover on the email chain.—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2026
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That means following the full chain of activity — from those who target homeowners to anyone inside the system who may be enabling or overlooking fraudulent transfers.—
Darlene Mealy,
New York Daily News,
25 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Yet tangible links remain between the rhythms of the birds and the rise and fall of daylight, and between the routines of people and cows.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
23 Apr. 2026
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Again, the sign-up link is here, and the event is free.—
Chris Fusco
April 23,
Sacbee.com,
23 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Yeah, another year each on their contracts.—
Charles Bethea,
New Yorker,
26 Apr. 2026
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Winters, who is entering the final year of his contract, apparently became expendable after the Niners brought back Dre Greenlaw in free agency.—
Matt Barrows,
New York Times,
25 Apr. 2026
Noun
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These ragtag misfits, who are all incredibly talented and who are in desperate need of each other, and the glue that binds them together is the music and the city.—
Erik Pedersen,
Oc Register,
23 Apr. 2026
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Plant it glue-stopper-side down, leaving the top drainage hole exposed and accessible above the soil.—
Cody Godwin,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The Timberwolves can certainly relate.—
Sam Amick,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2026
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There is not enough information to know if Zimmerman’s early retirement and Dains’ removal are related.—
Ishani Desai,
Sacbee.com,
25 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Right beside them, the Chicago Botanic Garden, a partner with the Obama Foundation on the center’s Eleanor Roosevelt Fruit and Vegetable Garden, hosted a bracelet-making station for kids and provided 300 seedlings for the Earth Day event.—
Eva Remijan-Toba,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Apr. 2026
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Only 66 pieces were produced over three years (22 pieces per year from 2022 to 2024), with an original retail price of $340,000 on a strap (like Jordan’s) or $385,000 on a bracelet.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
25 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Late in the first half, the senior midfielder ripped in a free kick from 35 yards to help visiting Providence earn a 1-1 tie against crosstown rival Lincoln-Way Central in New Lenox.—
Steve Millar,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Apr. 2026
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Also in the Trinity League on Friday, JSerra moved into a second-place tie with Santa Margarita with a 2-0 win against Mater Dei.—
Dan Albano,
Oc Register,
25 Apr. 2026
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Right now, there are no consistent guarantees.—
Rep. Nick Menapace,
Hartford Courant,
21 Apr. 2026
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However, the platform charges a 20% commission from the rental, which goes toward covering insurance and guarantees, customer support and user verification.—
Emily Canal,
CNBC,
21 Apr. 2026
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“Bond.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bond. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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