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a uniting or binding force or influence
the cords of trust and affection that exist between the longtime friends
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Recent Examples of cords
Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 13 Sep. 2025
This illuminated inflatable can be set up quickly and comes with tether cords and ground stakes to keep it securely in place.
—Nora Colomer
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 12 Sep. 2025
The cucumber vines dangled over the stakes and cords.
—Manuel Muñoz, Literary Hub, 11 Sep. 2025
Don't go into a basement, or any room, if water covers the electrical outlets or if cords are submerged.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Avoid entering basements or rooms where electrical outlets or cords are submerged in water.
—Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Sep. 2025
Verb
Don't go into a basement, or any room, if water covers the electrical outlets or if cords are submerged.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 13 Sep. 2025
This illuminated inflatable can be set up quickly and comes with tether cords and ground stakes to keep it securely in place.
—Nora Colomer
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 12 Sep. 2025
The cucumber vines dangled over the stakes and cords.
—Manuel Muñoz, Literary Hub, 11 Sep. 2025
Don't go into a basement, or any room, if water covers the electrical outlets or if cords are submerged.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Avoid entering basements or rooms where electrical outlets or cords are submerged in water.
—Star-Telegram Weather Bot, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cords
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Collapsible organizers made from recycled fabrics or hemp help corral groceries, cables, and gear, then fold flat when not needed.—
Melanie Marshall,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Sep. 2025
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Signals generally travel effectively at two-thirds the speed of light across fiberoptic cables.—
John Seiler,
Oc Register,
9 Sep. 2025
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Repurposing content across multiple platforms, strengthening brand partnerships through multi-channel campaigns, and testing new revenue streams, such as affiliate links or digital products, can also help cushion the impact of a potential ban.—
Katie Salcius,
Forbes.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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Always verify sender details before opening event links, especially for sensitive occasions.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
15 Sep. 2025
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Unlike your conventional robotic models that rely on boundary wires, the Lymow One employs RTK (Real-Time Kinematic) and Vision AI navigation to map your lawn precisely.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
9 Sep. 2025
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Sensors and software installed in wires can adjust electricity flows, which can add 20 percent or more additional capacity by enabling wires to safely carry more electricity when weather conditions allow.—
Brian Deese,
Foreign Affairs,
9 Sep. 2025
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That spurred a rally in bonds as investors sought safe havens and ramped up bets that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates this week.—
John Towfighi,
CNN Money,
14 Sep. 2025
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In December, the Eagan City Council approved up to $18 million in private activity bonds to finance the building acquisition and its renovation, according to city council documents.—
Mars King,
Twin Cities,
13 Sep. 2025
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The olive oil ice cream at Chenin is just as silky as the bowl of marinated olives, where the chilis marinated with the olives were literally ground with silk ropes.—
Lyndsay C. Green,
Freep.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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From pots, set into the waists, tendrils and leaves stretched up, while climbing ropes, woven through the belt loops and mounted on a wooden wall display, offered the illusion of a rappelling plant person.—
Jesse Wright,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Sep. 2025
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Unlike other ultra-luxury brands that were reconstituted in the past few decades under new ownership, Maybach has intimate century-long ties with its mother, Mercedes-Benz.—
Mark Ewing,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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But seeing Kirk’s personal items, like his ties and toys left by his children, drove home the loss for Jack Posobiec, a conservative commentator who worked closely with Kirk.—
Dalia Faheid,
CNN Money,
14 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Cords.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cords. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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