gyves

verb

present tense third-person singular of gyve
as in binds
to confine or restrain with or as if with chains a woman who was gyved by a fear of being alone in the world

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  1. binds
  2. chains
  3. ties
  4. handcuffs
Verb
  • In an era of parasocial pop stardom, the radical honesty of Cyrus’ approach — her clear-eyed appraisal of the relationship that binds an idol and her audience — was kind of a thrill to behold.
    — Mikael Wood, Los Angeles Times, 17 Oct. 2026
  • A certain symmetry binds her career and the league – 15 years, half of the league’s existence.
    — Ken Makin, Christian Science Monitor, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of binds
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  • Other specialty markets, including the Asian grocery chains 99 Ranch Market and T&T Supermarket, are also expanding in Southern California.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2026
  • Restaurant chains Chipotle and QDOBA pulled jalapeños last week.
    — Youri Benadjaoud, ABC News, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of chains
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  • Jay Ajayi ties an NFL record by surpassing 200 yards rushing for the second game in a row, helping the Miami Dolphins rally past the Buffalo Bills 28-25.
    — Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2026
  • The robe features a small belt that ties together at the back, a leash opening at the top, and a velcro closure.
    — Tim Chan, Footwear News, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of ties
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  • Federal agents were waiting on the tarmac to greet them, handcuffs at the ready.
    — Senior Editor, Los Angeles Times, 21 Aug. 2026
  • The state government already handcuffs local municipalities with preemption laws.
    — Oliver Adams Larkin, Sun Sentinel, 10 July 2026
Definition of handcuffs
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