ligatures

noun

plural of ligature
1
as in handcuffs
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 links
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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Recent Examples of ligatures Court records cited by the outlets state DNA recovered from ligatures used to bind Weaver was eventually linked through the FBI's Combined DNA Index System, or CODIS, to Gaff, who had previously been convicted in a separate rape case. — Christina Coulter, PEOPLE, 15 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for ligatures
  1. handcuffs
  2. links
  3. chains
  4. bonds
  5. bracelets
  6. ties
  7. cuffs
  8. cords
Noun
  • The judge denied a request to unshackle him completely, saying that the handcuffs would be removed while Burke was at the table but that his legs would remain shackled under it.
    — Madeline Morrison, NBC news, 22 July 2026
  • The court denied the request, though his handcuffs were removed.
    — Alex Stone, ABC News, 21 July 2026
Definition of handcuffs
Noun
  • The summer of soccer continues — that is the tagline Wrexham are adopting for a tour to build on the men’s World Cup, as well as the club’s strong North American links.
    — Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 24 July 2026
  • According to official figures, four people have died of Ebola in its capital Kisangani, a major trading center of over 1 million people, with direct links to Congo's capital Kinshasa.
    — Emmet Livingstone, NPR, 23 July 2026
Definition of links
Noun
  • Private equity firms control most major chains, maintaining local branding for customer trust.
    — Andrew P. Collins, The Drive, 23 July 2026
  • Coffee chains are also capitalizing on this trend, with chains like Starbucks and Dunkin’ offering protein milks for customers who want to get more out of their morning coffee.
    — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 July 2026
Definition of chains
Noun
  • Torsten Slok, chief economists at Apollo Global, pointed out in a note on Wednesday hyperscalers’ cover ratio—investor orders per every dollar of bonds—has plunged.
    — Jason Ma, Fortune, 18 July 2026
  • Financial planners routinely advise most retirement savers to focus on two asset classes, stocks and bonds.
    — Daniel de Visé, USA Today, 18 July 2026
Definition of bonds
Noun
  • Though Swift herself never made an appearance, her fans showed up to support her then-boyfriend with signs, applause and friendship bracelets.
    — Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 24 July 2026
  • The pair showed their team spirit by wearing matching bracelets in Ding’s lucky color, orange.
    — Yamillah Hurtado, PEOPLE, 23 July 2026
Definition of bracelets
Noun
  • Both sections will focus on highlighting artists with ties to the Caribbean.
    — Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 20 July 2026
  • The brand has also slowly expanded its offering to include leather totes, clutches and ties, as well as unisex jewelry.
    — Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 20 July 2026
Definition of ties
Noun
  • Zendaya mixed high jewelry from Chopard and Messika with sculptural gold pieces by Fope, along with ancient inspired accessories including headpieces, ear cuffs, diamond chokers and gladiator sandals.
    — Alex Badia, Footwear News, 21 July 2026
  • The iron’s precision tip is perfectly shaped for removing wrinkles from hard-to-reach spots, like a shirt’s collar or cuffs.
    — BestReviews, Mercury News, 21 July 2026
Definition of cuffs
Noun
  • The device can fit in standard gallery frames and doesn’t require power or data cords.
    — Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
  • Avoid basements or rooms where water has submerged electrical outlets or cords.
    — CA Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 15 July 2026
Definition of cords

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