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as in sequence
a series of things linked together
the chain of events that led the American colonies to seek independence from Great Britain
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as in obstacle
something that makes movement or progress difficult
this community will grow and prosper only after it has thrown off the chains of ignorance and prejudice
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as in bracelet
something that physically prevents free movement
chains on the prisoner's ankles
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as in to bind
to confine or restrain with or as if with chains
chaining up the dog in the backyard
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as in to connect
to put or bring together so as to form a new and longer whole
the prosecutor meticulously and brilliantly chained all the evidence together in his closing argument
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Recent Examples of chain
Claire Zillman, Fortune, 30 May 2026
Kroger Citi Center Zone The retail zone anchored by a large Kroger grocery store contains the highest concentration of chain restaurants on this section of the Beltline.
—Kate Williams, AJC.com, 29 May 2026
Lauren Pozen, CBS News, 18 May 2026
On day two, hacking teams were no less successful, chaining together three new vulnerabilities in Microsoft Exchange in order to achieve the holy grail of SYSTEM-level remote code execution.
—Davey Winder, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
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Noun
The theory is that a flat organization boosts agility by shortening decision chains and putting leaders closer to frontline employees and the customer experience.
—Claire Zillman, Fortune, 30 May 2026
Kroger Citi Center Zone The retail zone anchored by a large Kroger grocery store contains the highest concentration of chain restaurants on this section of the Beltline.
—Kate Williams, AJC.com, 29 May 2026
Verb
The footage, which was originally posted on Reddit, shows the dog, a pit bull named West, chained to the rack on the back of a truck traveling through Lincoln Heights, according to the California Highway Patrol.
—Lauren Pozen, CBS News, 18 May 2026
On day two, hacking teams were no less successful, chaining together three new vulnerabilities in Microsoft Exchange in order to achieve the holy grail of SYSTEM-level remote code execution.
—Davey Winder, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for chain
Noun
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So find some ways to sequence and get deeper into counts.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 May 2026
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An essential seven-email nurture sequence then teaches, builds trust, handles objections, and ultimately closes sales automatically.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
Noun
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The first robot stumbles on aluminum debris, its wheels furiously trying to get traction and move around the obstacle.—
Nick Paton Walsh,
CNN Money,
30 May 2026
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That disconnect is beginning to create what could become the new trust economy—one in which governance, authentication, transparency and accountability become strategic advantages for the companies in this space, rather than just operational or compliance obstacles.—
Jacques Ledbetter,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
Noun
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Enjoy aguas frescas, body and face painting or make your own daisy chain bracelets.—
Kate Bradshaw,
Mercury News,
30 May 2026
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Is the Bee bracelet a good idea?—
Joshua Rothman,
New Yorker,
29 May 2026
Verb
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Melissa are prime exemplars of how to do it right — and you’re bound to discover both the ultra-luxury and the laid-back amidst Nordstrom’s bursting-at-the-seams sale section this May.—
Stacia Datskovska,
Footwear News,
26 May 2026
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The problem, which Greg Sankey has pointed out, is that the SEC currently has a binding contract with ESPN to put on a yearly matchup in Atlanta.—
Trey Wallace OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
26 May 2026
Verb
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Akindahunsi is not believed to be connected to prior incidents at or around the UCLA campus, Richard Mejia, director of emergency communications, said in a statement.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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The company reviewed its safety protocols this week in response to the situation at GKN, which is not connected to Arkema.—
Jason Henry,
Oc Register,
30 May 2026
Noun
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The story, set in rural California in the 1990s, opens as seventeen-year-old Cal finds the body of his high school classmate, Nora, lying across the train tracks.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 June 2026
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That includes a brisk walk to the train, cycling a commute, an active school drop-off, stairs at the start of the workday or a short bodyweight routine at home.—
Allison Palmer
June 1,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
1 June 2026
Noun
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Moreover, compared to nearby countries that have counteracted the economic effects of aging populations with new immigrants and their children, Italy has set more hurdles on the path to citizenship for those without native ancestry, even if they are born in the country.—
Albert Samaha,
New Yorker,
30 May 2026
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Negotiating the first hurdle is followed by three sets of group-phase challenges home and away, played on Thursdays in October, November and December, to make it to the knockout stage in the New Year.—
Andy Naylor,
New York Times,
29 May 2026
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Another solo blast tied it at three apiece in the seventh when Hokies infielder Ethan Gibson covered the deepest part of the park and chased Bruins’ starter Michael Barnett after six-plus innings.—
Josh Gross,
Daily News,
31 May 2026
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Harel cleared 7-2 on his first attempt — a personal best — tying for fourth on the national list this year.—
Steve Galluzzo,
Los Angeles Times,
31 May 2026
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“Chain.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chain. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.
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