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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
Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 May 2026
This adapter is easy to use, cord-free, and eliminates the need for airline headphones and tangled cords.
—Chantelle Kincy, Travel + Leisure, 30 May 2026
Avoid entering basements or rooms where electrical outlets or cords are submerged in water.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 30 May 2026
This layer uses thin textile cords or cables bonded in rubber to provide the tire’s strength.
—Jason Fogelson, AJC.com, 29 May 2026
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Noun
Use stretch cords or ropes to secure it in a roll.
—Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 May 2026
This adapter is easy to use, cord-free, and eliminates the need for airline headphones and tangled cords.
—Chantelle Kincy, Travel + Leisure, 30 May 2026
Avoid entering basements or rooms where electrical outlets or cords are submerged in water.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 30 May 2026
This layer uses thin textile cords or cables bonded in rubber to provide the tire’s strength.
—Jason Fogelson, AJC.com, 29 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cord
Noun
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His team unleashed a large advertising buy — a major chunk of his remaining campaign funds — placing spots on cable TV and online beginning in late March.—
Dakota Smith,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2026
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Credo Technology — Shares plunged 12% despite Credo, which produces cables and chips to connect powerful AI computers, reporting a fourth-quarter beat on both the top and bottom lines.—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
1 June 2026
Noun
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The link will automatically log you into the site.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
5 June 2026
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The gold and black collection includes the Nodo Fiorentino (Florentino knot) ring, which reinterpreted the pattern of a yarn looped and tightened, and the Arezzo chain and bracelet which evoked the movement of interlaced threads through links.—
Andrea Onate,
Footwear News,
4 June 2026
Verb
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There’s a big frontier out there to conquer, and Courseau is now enough of a cowboy to rope it, brand it, and ride it into the sunset.—
Claudia Alarcón,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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The lawsuit has also roped in debate over the bureau’s February 2026 policy, which the government contends has replaced earlier guidance issued under an executive order that Lamberth initially enjoined last June.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
27 May 2026
Noun
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While rural birds rely on green leaves, seeds, and occasional green glass, city birds heavily favor synthetic, high-contrast materials, making green glass and red wire their top two decorations.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
2 June 2026
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Duroseau was found guilty of conspiracy and three wire-fraud counts.—
Jay Weaver,
Miami Herald,
2 June 2026
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The mature crowd is a mix of Parisians and tourists speaking various languages; their common bond being a love of liquor mixed by the best of the best.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 June 2026
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Pasqual, 36, was first arrested for domestic violence on May 18, 2024, and was later released on $50,000 bond, according to People magazine.—
Tracy Wright,
FOXNews.com,
3 June 2026
Verb
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In the upcoming fifth and sixth seasons of Rubble & Crew, fans will strap on safety gear and get ready for demolition, as Builder Cove’s construction heroes become the Wrecking Crew, moving from construction to destruction.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
14 May 2026
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One of the greatest Niners to ever strap on a gold helmet.—
Dieter Kurtenbach,
Mercury News,
29 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Add in singles by Jung Hoo Lee, a sacrifice fly by Daniel Susac, and an RBI single by Harrison Bader, and the Giants turned a tie ballgame into a 3-1 lead.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
30 May 2026
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Then Bella Perez hit a two-run home in the eighth to break a 3-3 tie.—
Eric Sondheimer,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
Verb
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On Marcriá, RaiNao expands her range, threading her island’s bomba and plena music through bassy reggaeton beats and orchestration.—
Hattie Lindert,
Pitchfork,
29 May 2026
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Mechanical hands dexterous enough to thread a needle, childlike dancing robots and adult-sized ones to help with deliveries were on display Thursday as the Humanoids Summit Tokyo opened.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
28 May 2026
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“Cord.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cord. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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