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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4
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
Matthew Jacobs, Vulture, 10 Oct. 2025
The argument that crypto has no fundamental value is based on the view that other assets—stocks, bonds, cash, property, or derivatives thereof—usually entitle holders to an underlying right, such as dividends, interest, land, or other legal rights.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 10 Oct. 2025
Even without NaOH, some molecular bonds snapped simply from the force of impact, showing that mechanical pressure alone can drive chemical change.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 10 Oct. 2025
Balanced funds maintain a static asset allocation — that is, the relative mix of assets such as stocks and bonds — over time.
—Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 10 Oct. 2025
The high cost of the visa bonds, ranging from $5,000 to $15,000, could create a significant financial barrier and limit who is able to apply.
—Alia Shoaib, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Oct. 2025
Worshipped at the altar of complex mother-daughter bonds in front of Lady Bird?
—Emma Specter, Vogue, 10 Oct. 2025
Lean into it — this is how bonds deepen or dissolve.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 5 Oct. 2025
Several cities are asking voters to approve general obligation bonds to pay for future projects.
—Maritza Dominguez, AZCentral.com, 4 Oct. 2025
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
Not because it was magicked away by her brain’s chaotic bonds, but because her husband, Charles (Christian Slater), abruptly returned and got the job done.
—Matthew Jacobs, Vulture, 10 Oct. 2025
The argument that crypto has no fundamental value is based on the view that other assets—stocks, bonds, cash, property, or derivatives thereof—usually entitle holders to an underlying right, such as dividends, interest, land, or other legal rights.
—Eleanor Pringle, Fortune, 10 Oct. 2025
Even without NaOH, some molecular bonds snapped simply from the force of impact, showing that mechanical pressure alone can drive chemical change.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 10 Oct. 2025
Balanced funds maintain a static asset allocation — that is, the relative mix of assets such as stocks and bonds — over time.
—Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 10 Oct. 2025
The high cost of the visa bonds, ranging from $5,000 to $15,000, could create a significant financial barrier and limit who is able to apply.
—Alia Shoaib, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Oct. 2025
Worshipped at the altar of complex mother-daughter bonds in front of Lady Bird?
—Emma Specter, Vogue, 10 Oct. 2025
Lean into it — this is how bonds deepen or dissolve.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 5 Oct. 2025
Several cities are asking voters to approve general obligation bonds to pay for future projects.
—Maritza Dominguez, AZCentral.com, 4 Oct. 2025
Verb
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
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Agents arrested some 475 people—including more than 300 South Korean contractors—and led them away in shackles and handcuffs.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
9 Oct. 2025
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The field intruders were seen in handcuffs as they were being led out of the stadium.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
8 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,
14 Oct. 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.—
Katie Decker-Jacoby,
StyleCaster,
13 Oct. 2025
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All spending was re-evaluated, vendor contracts renegotiated, staffing reduced and space consolidated to save maintenance costs.—
Jan Goldsmith,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Oct. 2025
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Founded in 1980, the company’s work with the federal government expanded significantly after 2018, completing more than $100 million in contracts since 2002, according to GovTribe.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
10 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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Unlike ordinary glues, this substance works in wet, salty, and constantly moving conditions, forming a tough bond that resists both pressure and erosion.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
13 Sep. 2025
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So what does open carry mean for retailers — grocery chains, shopping malls, movie and performing arts theaters?—
Michael Butler,
Miami Herald,
11 Oct. 2025
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The creative, who helmed the Gaultier brand from 2021 to 2024, also heads up an eponymous jewelry business offering bag chains, charms and other accessories in Tétier’s playful, maximalist style — teddy bears, sculptural flowers and multipatterned strings often included.—
Noor Lobad,
Footwear News,
11 Oct. 2025
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Kim had also met Li and Lam on Thursday for talks on strengthening ties.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
12 Oct. 2025
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Andrew, on the other hand, was stripped of his military titles and the use of HRH in 2022 after his ties to Epstein became public.—
Jason Pham,
StyleCaster,
12 Oct. 2025
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Franklin, who went 104-45 in 12 seasons at Penn State, was one of several to receive long contracts with large guarantees and buyouts earlier this decade, along with Fisher, USC’s Lincoln Riley and LSU’s Brian Kelly, among others.—
Sam Khan Jr,
New York Times,
12 Oct. 2025
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No guarantees are made with regards to results or financial gain.—
Jacob Camenker,
USA Today,
12 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Ethylene oxide, which is used to make products such as antifreeze, textiles, adhesives, plastics and detergents.—
Noelle Phillips,
Denver Post,
30 Sep. 2025
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Unlike some lash adhesives, DUO is applied directly to the lash band with the applicator.—
Jailynn Taylor,
Allure,
25 Sep. 2025
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“Bonds.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bonds. Accessed 15 Oct. 2025.
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