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
John Towfighi, CNN Money, 4 Nov. 2025
The underlying universal themes of fatherhood and family bonds spoke to me and my own experience directly.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 4 Nov. 2025
Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
Valentina may prefer people but the two dogs bonded well.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 29 Oct. 2025
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Noun
An index tracking volatility in the bond market is hovering near its lowest level this year.
—John Towfighi, CNN Money, 4 Nov. 2025
The underlying universal themes of fatherhood and family bonds spoke to me and my own experience directly.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 4 Nov. 2025
Verb
Most dogs tend to bond with the person that gives them most attention and affection.
—Maria Azzurra Volpe, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Oct. 2025
Valentina may prefer people but the two dogs bonded well.
—Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 29 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bond
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With that in mind, consider stacking charms, unique metals, different chain weights, mixing stones, and even materials when layering pieces in your collection (or shopping for new styles).—
Jessie Quinn,
StyleCaster,
31 Oct. 2025
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Videos of diners who were surprised to see the singer at one of the restaurant chain’s locations have also gone viral.—
Natalia Cano,
Billboard,
31 Oct. 2025
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Betting/odds, ticketing and streaming links in this article are provided by partners of The Athletic.—
Data Skrive,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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Ford then provided a link to a Reagan speech where the late president voices opposition to tariffs.—
Rob Gillies,
Fortune,
25 Oct. 2025
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This allowed Simon Rolfes and Fernando Carro, Leverkusen’s managing director for sport and chief executive, to make a quick appointment without the cost of another contract buyout.—
Sebastian Stafford-Bloor,
New York Times,
31 Oct. 2025
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Regardless of the circumstances surrounding the tenant’s passing, the lease and all its terms and obligations transfer to their estate, which is legally responsible for paying rent until the contract is terminated.—
Lew Sichelman,
Miami Herald,
31 Oct. 2025
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Just stack the shoeboxes on top of each other, and secure them with string or glue before creating a way to hang it in your closet.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
25 Oct. 2025
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Then, glue on some plastic spiders and other Halloween symbols on each side for an extra festive effect.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Oct. 2025
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The veteran forward related the transition to his own early years, when the Seattle SuperSonics (now Oklahoma City Thunder) moved him from a frontcourt scorer to a perimeter creator.—
Grant Afseth,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Nov. 2025
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No, the two American actresses are not related.—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
4 Nov. 2025
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For accessories, Stewart often turns to solitaire diamond earrings and simple rings, with her top jewelry brands including Van Cleef & Arpels’ pendants and Cartier, with the Tank watch in metal bracelet and alligator straps, as a staple piece.—
Kanika Talwar,
Footwear News,
31 Oct. 2025
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Both the company and the CPSC advise consumers to stop using the green bracelet immediately and return either the bracelet or the entire package to any H-E-B store for a full refund.—
Daniel Orton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Oct. 2025
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The flag, a symbol of the tribe’s long and hard-fought sovereignty, the ways its people have given to the Elk Grove community, and ties to land that date back, in Elk Grove Mayor Bobbie Singh-Allen’s remarks, to time immemorial, launches the city’s commemoration of Native American Heritage Month.—
Darrell Smith,
Sacbee.com,
3 Nov. 2025
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Abe, who was assassinated in 2022, had signaled a willingness to meet Kim Jong Un without conditions to improve ties between their countries; several years later, then-leader Fumio Kishida also conveyed his intention to meet the North Korean leader.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
3 Nov. 2025
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Pham said the state needs a guarantee that more federal funding is coming.—
NPR,
NPR,
6 Nov. 2025
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The Journal and subsequently other media outlets seized on the remarks as suggesting the company was seeking a federal guarantee.—
Steve Kopack,
NBC news,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Bond.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bond. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.
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