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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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
Literary Hub, 3 Nov. 2025
In Baahubali, a legendary warrior emerges from humble beginnings to challenge powerful forces threatening his homeland, as ancient prophecies and family bonds shape his journey.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 2 Nov. 2025
BlackRock bought more than $3 billion of bonds that the joint venture (dubbed Beignet) issued last week to finance the project, in a sale arranged by Morgan Stanley.
—Sharon Goldman, Fortune, 31 Oct. 2025
Gala bonds readily with other women and likes the thought of sisterhood.
—Lily Meyer, The Atlantic, 31 Oct. 2025
School district notices provide information about total costs that aren’t expressly stated in pitches posted on their websites asking taxpayers to pass the bonds.
—Center Square, The Washington Examiner, 29 Oct. 2025
The traditional 60/40 portfolio of stocks and bonds no longer delivers the returns investors need, pushing more money into alternatives such as hedge funds and private credit, according to Jim DeWolfe, co-founder and chief investment officer at Northside Capital.
—Yun Li, CNBC, 29 Oct. 2025
But with his win on Sunday, the country’s bonds, stocks and currency have all seen gains.
—The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 29 Oct. 2025
Utah Valley University was not a part of the study, but the school – which was the site of Charlie Kirk’s assassination – sees free expression as a way to strengthen community bonds.
—Steven P. Dinkin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Oct. 2025
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
Andor soon bonds with Klára, but later becomes infatuated with his late father, a ticket salesman with connections to the entertainment industry (escapism is a recurring motif) and an observant Jew, whose faith becomes of great interest to the boy.
—Damon Wise, Deadline, 28 Aug. 2025
See which bonds the president bought.
—Rebecca Morin, USA Today, 22 Aug. 2025
In others, Ozzy bonds with Osbourne’s young daughters.
—Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 6 Aug. 2025
The stamp then aligns the lasers with waveguide structures on the silicon photonics wafer and bonds them there.
—Roel Baets, IEEE Spectrum, 8 Apr. 2023
Noun
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
In Baahubali, a legendary warrior emerges from humble beginnings to challenge powerful forces threatening his homeland, as ancient prophecies and family bonds shape his journey.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 2 Nov. 2025
BlackRock bought more than $3 billion of bonds that the joint venture (dubbed Beignet) issued last week to finance the project, in a sale arranged by Morgan Stanley.
—Sharon Goldman, Fortune, 31 Oct. 2025
Gala bonds readily with other women and likes the thought of sisterhood.
—Lily Meyer, The Atlantic, 31 Oct. 2025
School district notices provide information about total costs that aren’t expressly stated in pitches posted on their websites asking taxpayers to pass the bonds.
—Center Square, The Washington Examiner, 29 Oct. 2025
The traditional 60/40 portfolio of stocks and bonds no longer delivers the returns investors need, pushing more money into alternatives such as hedge funds and private credit, according to Jim DeWolfe, co-founder and chief investment officer at Northside Capital.
—Yun Li, CNBC, 29 Oct. 2025
But with his win on Sunday, the country’s bonds, stocks and currency have all seen gains.
—The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 29 Oct. 2025
Utah Valley University was not a part of the study, but the school – which was the site of Charlie Kirk’s assassination – sees free expression as a way to strengthen community bonds.
—Steven P. Dinkin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Oct. 2025
Verb
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
Andor soon bonds with Klára, but later becomes infatuated with his late father, a ticket salesman with connections to the entertainment industry (escapism is a recurring motif) and an observant Jew, whose faith becomes of great interest to the boy.
—Damon Wise, Deadline, 28 Aug. 2025
See which bonds the president bought.
—Rebecca Morin, USA Today, 22 Aug. 2025
In others, Ozzy bonds with Osbourne’s young daughters.
—Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 6 Aug. 2025
The stamp then aligns the lasers with waveguide structures on the silicon photonics wafer and bonds them there.
—Roel Baets, IEEE Spectrum, 8 Apr. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bonds
Noun
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Carpenter asked, as Fogelmanis smiled and held up his hands to receive the pink handcuffs.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
PEOPLE,
30 Oct. 2025
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Their return capped a week of intense negotiations by Seoul to win their release and bring them home after they were taken into custody in handcuffs and shackles.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
29 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Boyu’s links in China is likely to have been a winning factor in Starbucks’s view.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
4 Nov. 2025
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However, StyleCaster may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes.—
Jason Pham,
StyleCaster,
3 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Most contracts include what are called best efforts clauses, which means the ex-coach can’t hole up in Cabo and get his entire paycheck.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
31 Oct. 2025
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Google and Fox fought over contracts last month, and earlier in October, NBCUniversal encountered a similar impasse with Google.—
Chris Sims,
IndyStar,
31 Oct. 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
Noun
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Officials said the fire broke out at a Waldo’s store, a popular discount chains in Mexico.—
Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
2 Nov. 2025
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Two additional deaths have been reported in a listeria outbreak linked to recalled ready-to-eat pasta salads and prepared meals sold at major grocery chains, including Trader Joe’s, Sprouts Farmers Market, Kroger, and Walmart, health officials said Thursday.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN Money,
31 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The leaders of China and South Korea moved to rebuild relations after years of weakening economic ties and a closer Seoul-Washington partnership.—
J.D. Capelouto,
semafor.com,
2 Nov. 2025
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Throw in Champions League away ties at Monaco and the holders Paris Saint-Germain too.—
Jay Harris,
New York Times,
2 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Nigeria is a country with constitutional guarantees to protect citizens of all faiths.—
Jonathan Limehouse,
USA Today,
2 Nov. 2025
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The OutDry waterproof membrane guarantees that your feet can still breathe while protecting them from the elements, while the Adapt Trax outsole offers enhanced traction.—
Olivia Young,
Travel + Leisure,
1 Nov. 2025
Noun
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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 5 Nov. 2025.
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