1
as in handcuffs
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 links
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 contracts
a formal agreement to fulfill an obligation
signed a bond to repay the money
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as in glues
a substance used to stick things together
what type of bond works best on ceramics?
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as in communes
to form a close personal relationship
a man attempting to bond with his new and mistrustful stepson
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Recent Examples of bonds
Arkansas Online, 10 Nov. 2025
Presumably these characters will grow more well-rounded as the season continues, and start to form deeper bonds or stronger chemistry.
—Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 7 Nov. 2025
Susan Shelley of the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association blasted the pork-project spending as hypocritical, especially as some liberal groups and lawmakers support raising taxes or turning to voters to pass new bonds to prop up the state’s shaky finances.
—Wire Report, Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2025
The bonds between the three have endured.
—Miami Herald, 7 Nov. 2025
These films explore those bonds without ever resorting to bromides or mawkishness.
—Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 7 Nov. 2025
New York City issued one of the first municipal bonds in 1817 in order to bankroll the construction of the Erie Canal.
—Michael Waters, The Atlantic, 6 Nov. 2025
Snider navigates the complex intersections of addiction with class, sexuality, masculinity, and family bonds with skilled generosity in this powerful fourth collection.
—Literary Hub, 3 Nov. 2025
Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026
Roeland Park and Prairie Village officials have also stated that the cities are not a part of the STAR bonds district.
—Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 5 Jan. 2026
My Octopus Teacher is a story of relationships, as told by a filmmaker who bonds with an octopus.
—Chris Snellgrove, Entertainment Weekly, 2 Jan. 2026
Mike starts creating distance with Eleven after Hopper threatens him, leading Eleven, who bonds with Max over the drama, to end their relationship.
—Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 19 Nov. 2025
Contrarily, Seehorn is invariably generous toward her fans, her collaborators from the bottom up and the work that bonds them all.
—Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 7 Nov. 2025
Half-brothers Wirt and Greg certainly have their disagreements during their journey through the Unknown, but what bonds them in the end, like Lucy carrying her tired little brother Linus home to bed in Great Pumpkin, is fathomless love.
—Daniel Dockery, Vulture, 17 Oct. 2025
Since the split, sources told People that the actress bonds with their two daughters Sunday Rose, 17, and Faith Margaret, 14.
—Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 1 Oct. 2025
The film follows Costner as a Civil War soldier who bonds with a Sioux tribe and adapts to their way of life.
—Leah Sarnoff, ABC News, 1 Sep. 2025
Noun
Former Conway City Councilman Mark Vaught, on Facebook, said private investment, tax rebates and federal grants are a better alternative to the bonds and sales taxes being proposed.
—Arkansas Online, 10 Nov. 2025
Presumably these characters will grow more well-rounded as the season continues, and start to form deeper bonds or stronger chemistry.
—Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 7 Nov. 2025
Susan Shelley of the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association blasted the pork-project spending as hypocritical, especially as some liberal groups and lawmakers support raising taxes or turning to voters to pass new bonds to prop up the state’s shaky finances.
—Wire Report, Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2025
The bonds between the three have endured.
—Miami Herald, 7 Nov. 2025
These films explore those bonds without ever resorting to bromides or mawkishness.
—Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 7 Nov. 2025
New York City issued one of the first municipal bonds in 1817 in order to bankroll the construction of the Erie Canal.
—Michael Waters, The Atlantic, 6 Nov. 2025
Snider navigates the complex intersections of addiction with class, sexuality, masculinity, and family bonds with skilled generosity in this powerful fourth collection.
—Literary Hub, 3 Nov. 2025
Verb
The adhesive that bonds a child to a sports team is one of the most powerful elements in the universe.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026
Roeland Park and Prairie Village officials have also stated that the cities are not a part of the STAR bonds district.
—Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 5 Jan. 2026
My Octopus Teacher is a story of relationships, as told by a filmmaker who bonds with an octopus.
—Chris Snellgrove, Entertainment Weekly, 2 Jan. 2026
Mike starts creating distance with Eleven after Hopper threatens him, leading Eleven, who bonds with Max over the drama, to end their relationship.
—Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 19 Nov. 2025
Contrarily, Seehorn is invariably generous toward her fans, her collaborators from the bottom up and the work that bonds them all.
—Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 7 Nov. 2025
Half-brothers Wirt and Greg certainly have their disagreements during their journey through the Unknown, but what bonds them in the end, like Lucy carrying her tired little brother Linus home to bed in Great Pumpkin, is fathomless love.
—Daniel Dockery, Vulture, 17 Oct. 2025
Since the split, sources told People that the actress bonds with their two daughters Sunday Rose, 17, and Faith Margaret, 14.
—Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 1 Oct. 2025
The film follows Costner as a Civil War soldier who bonds with a Sioux tribe and adapts to their way of life.
—Leah Sarnoff, ABC News, 1 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bonds
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Brown was seen in handcuffs after the incident, but no arrests were made at the time because police could not locate a victim, WPLG reported.—
Christine Pelisek,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
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Officers eventually placed the man into handcuffs after a struggle.—
Lance Reynolds,
Boston Herald,
7 Nov. 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,
7 Jan. 2026
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Several times during the hearing, Helland asserted that student activists who had their visas revoked were targeted not just for speech but for alleged links to violent groups or for allegedly being disruptive on campus.—
Ryan Macasero,
Mercury News,
6 Jan. 2026
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LeBlanc said the affected faculty members taught fewer classes than required by their contracts, and thus must reimburse the college.—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Nov. 2025
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The case type deals with general commercial contracts and arrangements.—
Jennifer Weil,
Footwear News,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Similarly, solid additives like fillers or glues may remain as contaminants.—
Srishti Gupta,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Oct. 2025
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Our Top Picks From quick-dry formulas perfect for beginners to long-lasting bond-and-seal systems built for days of wear, these are the best eyelash glues worth adding to your makeup kit.—
Jailynn Taylor,
Allure,
25 Sep. 2025
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Stakeholders will closely monitor effects on private grocery chains, jobs, and the overall cost of living in the city.—
Hollie Silverman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Nov. 2025
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Play Haus embraces child-like maximalism with candy-bright color palettes, cartoonish ceramics, paper chains, and a touch of chaos.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Nov. 2025
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Paramount has close ties to the White House through Ellison’s father, Oracle founder Larry Ellison.—
Rohan Goswami,
semafor.com,
10 Nov. 2025
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First-team appearances came in the National League Cup ties against the under-21 side of Leeds United from the Premier League and second-division Middlesbrough, and dual-registration rules allowed Gjoshe to link up with Bottesford last month.—
Philip Buckingham,
New York Times,
8 Nov. 2025
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No guarantees are made with regards to results or financial gain.—
Jacob Camenker,
USA Today,
9 Nov. 2025
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The Phillies' qualifying offer guarantees that the team will receive compensation in the scenario that Schwarber signs elsewhere.—
Shaun McAvoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Nov. 2025
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Its unique formula can remove stains, dissolve adhesives, and cut through soap scum and grease.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 Oct. 2025
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The maker of Scotch tape and other adhesives on Tuesday raised its annual profit forecast for the second time this year, driving up its stock by more than 12% on the week through early Friday.—
Pia Singh,
CNBC,
25 Oct. 2025
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“Bonds.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bonds. Accessed 7 Jan. 2026.
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