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as in link
a uniting or binding force or influence
the cords of trust and affection that exist between the longtime friends
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as in to rope
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Recent Examples of cord
Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 11 Mar. 2026
The president displayed another photo, this one of Black student wearing her cap and gown and adorned with stoles and honor cords being presented with an advanced degree.
—Lou Ponsi, Oc Register, 10 Mar. 2026
Now, Bell Textron and the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) are officially cutting that cord with their next-generation aircraft demonstrator.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 10 Mar. 2026
This version has charging cords built into it, giving you less to pack and keep up with.
—Terri Peters, Parents, 6 Mar. 2026
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Noun
An electrical cord trails from the panel to a socket, revealing the construction of the setting.
—Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 11 Mar. 2026
The president displayed another photo, this one of Black student wearing her cap and gown and adorned with stoles and honor cords being presented with an advanced degree.
—Lou Ponsi, Oc Register, 10 Mar. 2026
Now, Bell Textron and the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) are officially cutting that cord with their next-generation aircraft demonstrator.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 10 Mar. 2026
This version has charging cords built into it, giving you less to pack and keep up with.
—Terri Peters, Parents, 6 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cord
Noun
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Once a plethora of different cable channels would submit shows, but consolidation means there are fewer sending projects in.—
Stewart Clarke,
Deadline,
9 Mar. 2026
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The Carlsbad cables would come ashore underground and enter a 100-square-foot vault to be installed on land owned by the state Parks Department just east of Carlsbad Boulevard, north of Palomar Airport Road.—
Phil Diehl,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The European Union's top diplomat, Kaja Kallas, said before chairing a meeting of EU and Gulf foreign ministers via video link Thursday that the talks would look at how Ukraine's experience can help countries counter Iranian drones.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
6 Mar. 2026
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The European Union’s top diplomat, Kaja Kallas, said before chairing a meeting of EU and Gulf foreign ministers via video link Thursday that the talks would look at how Ukraine’s experience can help countries counter Iranian drones.—
Illia Novikov,
Los Angeles Times,
5 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Metro Transit also roped in social service providers and prosecutors to focus specifically on the Green Line corridor last year.—
Frederick Melo,
Twin Cities,
1 Mar. 2026
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Stepping to the plate in the bottom of the second, Campbell roped a scorching line drive 106.9 mph off the bat to deep right field.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
1 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The scammers requested payment for fees associated with permit applications, and asked the recipients to transfer the payment by wire.—
Adam Harrington,
CBS News,
10 Mar. 2026
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Seeking copper wire, preparing a poultice, pouring a bath — these turn passivity into agency.—
Jan Steyn,
The Dial,
10 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Higher rates tend to increase the relative appeal of yielding assets such as government bonds versus non-yielding precious metals like gold.—
Joseph Wilkins,
CNBC,
12 Mar. 2026
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Those that remained developed a bond and the fans came out in droves to SMU’s home court.—
Cody Thorn,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Instead, it is recommended to strap the baby into the car seat wearing a lighter layer such as a sweater, and then place a jacket or blanket over the top of car seat straps to make sure the baby is both warm and secure.—
Yi-Jin Yu,
ABC News,
23 Feb. 2026
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On Wednesday afternoon, a four-person astronaut crew is set to strap into a SpaceX capsule and undock from the International Space Station.—
Nell Greenfieldboyce,
NPR,
14 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Azerbaijan in recent years has developed ties with Israel and the United States, with Iran's influence in the South Caucasus region diminishing.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
6 Mar. 2026
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Both Burkle and Anderson have ties to Sacramento.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
6 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Unless someone else is willing to help offset those costs, that’s a tricky needle to thread for a 35-year-old forward.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
5 Mar. 2026
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The partnership was celebrated Tuesday night as Nu Stadium came alive, illuminated with a pink heartbeat representing Inter Miami, threaded with purple veins symbolizing Nu.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
4 Mar. 2026
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“Cord.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cord. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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