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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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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
Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 May 2026
This enzyme cleaves the ester bonds in the neuronal portion of the back retina—the retinal pigment epithelium— to create a usable form of vitamin A, a molecule called 11-cis-retinal.
—Lauren J. Young, Scientific American, 4 May 2026
Further, bonds should be issued only for true infrastructure, like roads, water and public safety.
—Linh Tat, Oc Register, 4 May 2026
Which bonds did not get passed?
—Lacey Beasley, CBS News, 4 May 2026
Last week, the Rays response reads, the county identified an additional $60 million shortfall based on the assumption that Community Investment Tax bonds would be taxable.
—Nicolas Villamil, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Apr. 2026
This formula contains Olaplex’s proprietary ingredient, bis-aminopropyl diglycol dimaleate, to relink the bonds broken when hair is processed.
—Deanna Pai, Vogue, 27 Apr. 2026
The team proposed starting the Stadium Securitization Corporation, a new entity that would issue bonds, collect revenues from stadium taxes, pay off the debts and stop raids on the city’s general fund.
—Brian J. Rogal, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
Tomlin described a player who loves the process, the informal moments and the bonds with teammates, and who remains physically capable.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 27 Apr. 2026
Daniel D'addario, Variety, 21 Apr. 2026
Although her sons might not be interested in acting yet, there's another way Banks bonds with her kids.
—Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 15 Apr. 2026
Fox plays Gerry on the show, a Parkinson’s patient who bonds with Ford’s character Paul, who is also diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease.
—Alex Cramer, HollywoodReporter, 8 Apr. 2026
The architect ultimately bonds with — and quickly becomes attracted to — his friend’s wife (Pamela Gidley), and as the two of them pursue their passions together, secrets from the architect’s past and family bubble to the surface.
—Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 1 Apr. 2026
Tekton bonds the body together into a seamless, self-supporting monocoque optimized for thermal and leakproof integrity.
—New Atlas, 4 Mar. 2026
Guess what bonds that group together?
—Jayson Stark, New York Times, 10 Feb. 2026
That would be Jinu, soda-popping demon who steals souls but ultimately bonds with Rumi.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 24 Jan. 2026
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
Noun
Voters across Tarrant and Parker counties weighed in on bonds, mayoral races and school board seats on May 2, with results reshaping local leadership.
—Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 May 2026
This enzyme cleaves the ester bonds in the neuronal portion of the back retina—the retinal pigment epithelium— to create a usable form of vitamin A, a molecule called 11-cis-retinal.
—Lauren J. Young, Scientific American, 4 May 2026
Further, bonds should be issued only for true infrastructure, like roads, water and public safety.
—Linh Tat, Oc Register, 4 May 2026
Which bonds did not get passed?
—Lacey Beasley, CBS News, 4 May 2026
Last week, the Rays response reads, the county identified an additional $60 million shortfall based on the assumption that Community Investment Tax bonds would be taxable.
—Nicolas Villamil, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Apr. 2026
This formula contains Olaplex’s proprietary ingredient, bis-aminopropyl diglycol dimaleate, to relink the bonds broken when hair is processed.
—Deanna Pai, Vogue, 27 Apr. 2026
The team proposed starting the Stadium Securitization Corporation, a new entity that would issue bonds, collect revenues from stadium taxes, pay off the debts and stop raids on the city’s general fund.
—Brian J. Rogal, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
Tomlin described a player who loves the process, the informal moments and the bonds with teammates, and who remains physically capable.
—Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 27 Apr. 2026
Verb
Comedy is the throughline that bonds it all together.
—Daniel D'addario, Variety, 21 Apr. 2026
Although her sons might not be interested in acting yet, there's another way Banks bonds with her kids.
—Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 15 Apr. 2026
Fox plays Gerry on the show, a Parkinson’s patient who bonds with Ford’s character Paul, who is also diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease.
—Alex Cramer, HollywoodReporter, 8 Apr. 2026
The architect ultimately bonds with — and quickly becomes attracted to — his friend’s wife (Pamela Gidley), and as the two of them pursue their passions together, secrets from the architect’s past and family bubble to the surface.
—Jim Hemphill, IndieWire, 1 Apr. 2026
Tekton bonds the body together into a seamless, self-supporting monocoque optimized for thermal and leakproof integrity.
—New Atlas, 4 Mar. 2026
Guess what bonds that group together?
—Jayson Stark, New York Times, 10 Feb. 2026
That would be Jinu, soda-popping demon who steals souls but ultimately bonds with Rumi.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 24 Jan. 2026
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bonds
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Pat hung his head and did not comment as he was escorted in handcuffs out of the 104th Precinct station house.—
Colin Mixson,
New York Daily News,
1 May 2026
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After placing Allen in handcuffs, officers moved him a short distance away to remove what appeared to be a tactical vest.—
Nicole Sganga,
CBS News,
30 Apr. 2026
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Take control of your money with CNBC Select CNBC Select is editorially independent and may earn a commission from affiliate partners on links.—
Ohanna Carrascoza,
CNBC,
1 May 2026
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Some of these incidents have been claimed by a new group called Harakat Ashab al-Yamin al-Islamia, or HAYI, which analysts say has links to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, or IRGC.—
Alexander Smith,
NBC news,
1 May 2026
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One of the groups that has complained for years about a lack of funding has been the nonprofits that provide services under contracts with the state.—
Christopher Keating,
Hartford Courant,
2 May 2026
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Spilka said that both the Senate and the House provide the auditor with financial information every year, and that the public can find procurements, contracts, expenditures and salaries on the state Comptroller’s website.—
Lance Reynolds,
Boston Herald,
2 May 2026
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With their eco-friendly design that’s free from toxic glues, dyes, and microplastics, shoppers love that these cutting boards are food-safe and durable enough to last for years.—
Caley Sturgill,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Apr. 2026
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Wallace said the company had several types of glues and solvents on site, as well as oxygen, propane, gas and a waste oil tank.—
Lily Carey,
Baltimore Sun,
28 Apr. 2026
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The neighborhood/area Despite many of the area’s mansions housing businesses or fairly average restaurant chains, this stretch of Sarrià still belongs to the wealthy.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 May 2026
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Madonna honored the era with fishnets, metal studs and silver chains adorning a Givenchy mini plaid blazer by Riccardo Tisci.—
Luis Giraldo,
CBS News,
4 May 2026
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But a legal case against Moya could expose ties between her party and Mexico’s cartels, kneecapping her domestic standing.—
Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson,
semafor.com,
30 Apr. 2026
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Many of us have longstanding ties to both the Barn and the Ridgefield community.—
Pamela Brown,
Hartford Courant,
30 Apr. 2026
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Technically, these guarantees are up for negotiation in every rookie contract.—
Daniel Popper,
New York Times,
1 May 2026
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Warranty Most full-coverage recliner slipcovers won’t actually have warranties, although several will have 10-year guarantees at the very least.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
Noun
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This mechanical locking creates a cohesive link that provides structural integrity without the need for adhesives.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Apr. 2026
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Mussels, for instance, create strong underwater adhesives and fibers through dense protein droplets.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Footwear News,
20 Apr. 2026
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“Bonds.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bonds. Accessed 6 May. 2026.
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