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as in bracelets
something that physically prevents free movement
numerous bands of plastic held the toy securely in the box
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as in orchestras
a usually large group of musicians playing together
that band is looking for a new singer
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as in teams
a group of people working together on a task
a band of volunteer searchers found the lost child
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as in groups
a usually small number of persons considered as a unit
a band of explorers
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as in clusters
a number of things considered as a unit
a band of songbirds
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as in wraps
to encircle or bind with or as if with a belt
banded the waist of the dress with a matching belt
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as in ties
to gather into a tight mass by means of a line or cord
banded the newspapers together for delivery
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Recent Examples of bands
Taijuan Moorman,
USA Today,
3 July 2026
The team looked at what bands were cool and what labels were on the rise at the time.
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Angelina Mazza,
Los Angeles Times,
3 July 2026
This bra is both full-coverage and shaping, as the wide bust bands help smooth out the silhouette while giving the chest an extra oomph with seamless padding.
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Tatjana Freund,
PEOPLE,
2 July 2026
For good measure, Shinyribs is led by singer, guitarist and ukulele player Kevin Russell, whose previous bands include The Gourds and Picket Line Coyotes.
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George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 July 2026
Visitors entering the show don neck rings and wrist bands, the first to add the aromas of earth and flowers to the multi-sensory experience, the second to adjust the visual displays to each person’s emotional response.
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The Week Us,
TheWeek,
1 July 2026
In its place are itty-bitty bands that still keep your flats or heels in place, just with less of a chance of awkward tan lines.
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Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
1 July 2026
Other numbers More than 17,000 Bank of America fan bands have been distributed at Fan Fest, and more than 2,100 dogs have attended Purina Dog Days.
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Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
1 July 2026
On Saturday, the city will host its 50th annual Fourth of July parade, including floats, bands and vintage cars.
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Yvonne Zusel,
AJC.com,
30 June 2026
Martha Ross,
Mercury News,
7 Apr. 2026
In recent days, Best Coast’s Bethany Cosentino, and bands Beach Bunny and Wednesday, also have left the agency, Deadline reported.
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Lisa Gutierrez,
Kansas City Star,
10 Feb. 2026
Signatories included Pedro Pascal, Ariana Grande, Sabrina Carpenter, Daniel Radcliffe, Jamie Lee Curtis and Margaret Cho, along with Bay Area bands Shannon and the Clams and Hunx and His Punx.
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Aidin Vaziri,
San Francisco Chronicle,
12 Jan. 2026
One thing that bands from the Northeast shared with bands from the Northwest was an appreciation for a good sweater.
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Andy Greene,
Rolling Stone,
6 Oct. 2025
Similarly to Dillon, the town of Vail boasts a state-of-the-art amphitheater that bands forgo radius clauses to perform at.
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Tiney Ricciardi,
Denver Post,
1 Sep. 2025
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People magazine at the time estimated the wedding cost $1 million and noted the event included four bands and a fireworks show.
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Taijuan Moorman,
USA Today,
3 July 2026
The team looked at what bands were cool and what labels were on the rise at the time.
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Angelina Mazza,
Los Angeles Times,
3 July 2026
This bra is both full-coverage and shaping, as the wide bust bands help smooth out the silhouette while giving the chest an extra oomph with seamless padding.
—
Tatjana Freund,
PEOPLE,
2 July 2026
For good measure, Shinyribs is led by singer, guitarist and ukulele player Kevin Russell, whose previous bands include The Gourds and Picket Line Coyotes.
—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 July 2026
Visitors entering the show don neck rings and wrist bands, the first to add the aromas of earth and flowers to the multi-sensory experience, the second to adjust the visual displays to each person’s emotional response.
—
The Week Us,
TheWeek,
1 July 2026
In its place are itty-bitty bands that still keep your flats or heels in place, just with less of a chance of awkward tan lines.
—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
1 July 2026
Other numbers More than 17,000 Bank of America fan bands have been distributed at Fan Fest, and more than 2,100 dogs have attended Purina Dog Days.
—
Blair Kerkhoff,
Kansas City Star,
1 July 2026
On Saturday, the city will host its 50th annual Fourth of July parade, including floats, bands and vintage cars.
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Yvonne Zusel,
AJC.com,
30 June 2026
Verb
The Sussexes recently praised Australia for enacting a law that bands anyone under 16 from owning a social media account, Boshoff said.
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Martha Ross,
Mercury News,
7 Apr. 2026
In recent days, Best Coast’s Bethany Cosentino, and bands Beach Bunny and Wednesday, also have left the agency, Deadline reported.
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Lisa Gutierrez,
Kansas City Star,
10 Feb. 2026
Signatories included Pedro Pascal, Ariana Grande, Sabrina Carpenter, Daniel Radcliffe, Jamie Lee Curtis and Margaret Cho, along with Bay Area bands Shannon and the Clams and Hunx and His Punx.
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Aidin Vaziri,
San Francisco Chronicle,
12 Jan. 2026
One thing that bands from the Northeast shared with bands from the Northwest was an appreciation for a good sweater.
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Andy Greene,
Rolling Stone,
6 Oct. 2025
Similarly to Dillon, the town of Vail boasts a state-of-the-art amphitheater that bands forgo radius clauses to perform at.
—
Tiney Ricciardi,
Denver Post,
1 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bands
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Leaders should identify where bottlenecks crept back in, restore psychological safety around small failures, and rebuild the feedback loops that make frequent, low-risk deployment feel sustainable.
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Rounding out the trio is a take on the Air Max 95 Neon with orange substitutions on its Big Bubble heel unit and eyestay loops and a green and orange gradient on the outsole’s shank.
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This was most obvious during Swift's record-breaking Eras Tour, when brands capitalized on all things Taylor — friendship bracelets, themed drinks and even concert outfits.
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Perhaps the finest demonstration of the craftsmanship is found in two articulated bracelets whose polished 18k gold scales remain perfectly smooth despite being set with diamonds or a combination of diamonds and pink sapphires.
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Second, brighter satellites also create streaks in telescope images that mar observations.
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Cold streaks are inevitable when betting on home runs, and the MLB best home run bets are in a slight funk, with six straight losing suggestions.
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That funded America’s six top orchestras to each commission a major work that all six would play.
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All other orchestras have announced theirs by now because planning is always about18 months ahead of performances.
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The Mets, being one of the worst offensive teams in baseball, don’t often come back from large deficits.
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Among their polyglot ranks are search-and-rescue specialists, doctors, canine teams and structural engineers.
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Large friendship groups can be a really cool experience, but can also pose challenges in terms of the depths of intimacy that can be cultivated with each person.
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Its beachfront villas suit multigenerational families and friend groups alike, with activities ranging from oyster roasts to horseback riding, shooting, golf, biking, kayaking, boating and fishing.
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Stake your cherry tomatoes early to avoid damaging stems or fruits and ensure proper support for heavy clusters.
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Investigations to identify potential clusters and sources of illness are ongoing.
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The holdup hinged on his hope to build out a more substantial patio cover for the restaurant’s outdoor seating area, which wraps around two sides.
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The deck wraps around the top of the building, providing panoramic views of the East Crossroads.
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“Bands.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bands. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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