1
as in chain
something that physically prevents free movement
the surgeon tied a ligature around the tube to keep it in place
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2
as in bond
a uniting or binding force or influence
a common language is often the ligature that unites the people of a nation
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Noun
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But many were reopened after Pappas Restaurants acquired the chain.—
Mike Snider,
USA Today,
13 June 2026 -
According to the company’s website, the business sells precious and semi-precious crystal pendants, carvings and chains.—
Connor Sheets,
Los Angeles Times,
13 June 2026
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But its enduring appeal was in the bonds between the characters, Docter said.—
Cerys Davies,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
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When demand falls, bond yields rise.—
Max Zahn,
ABC News,
17 June 2026
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Kate wore Princess Diana's iconic three-strand pearl bracelet, a statement fashion piece that paid tribute to the late royal.—
Stephanie Giang-Paunon,
FOXNews.com,
13 June 2026
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For something with a cleaner finish, the Citizen Fio in orange strap is an easy stacking piece, designed to pair with other bracelets like a chic tennis bracelet or even a chunkier piece with Knicks- charms.—
Pooja Mistry,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2026
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However, StyleCaster may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes.—
Jessie Quinn,
StyleCaster,
18 June 2026
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Platinum is notoriously difficult to work with, making the necklace’s fluid movement across interweaving links particularly challenging; each element must be set before final assembly.—
Jill Newman,
Robb Report,
18 June 2026
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The polyphenols and tannins in coffee bind to iron in the digestive tract and block it from being absorbed.—
Allison Palmer
Updated June 13,
Sacbee.com,
13 June 2026
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Boston Bruins The Bruins are stuck in somewhat of a bind.—
Harman Dayal,
New York Times,
13 June 2026
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Now, the company is going to the federal government, seeking the green light to cut the cord for good.—
Steve Large,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
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Other videos appear to show two men lifting her above their heads while a third stands nearby, while no safety cord is visible in the footage, according to NBC News and local media reports.—
Angelique Brenes,
PEOPLE,
16 June 2026
Noun
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Balvin matched his turquoise, elastic waist pants with an oversized bright orange button-down and a wide butter yellow silk tie.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
12 June 2026
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Gently braid each section, then secure all of your hair with a hair tie.—
Ranyechi Udemezue,
Vogue,
12 June 2026
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“Ligature.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ligature. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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