1
as in tieing
to confine or restrain with or as if with chains
prisons tend to bind convicted criminals for transport
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2
as in bandaging
to cover with a bandage
bind the wound to stop the bleeding
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3
as in tying
to gather into a tight mass by means of a line or cord
bind the asparagus spears carefully before packing the bunches
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Recent Examples of binding
Keith Bradsher, New York Times, 14 Feb. 2025
One of Trump’s executive orders refuses to enforce a binding federal regulation, in order to fulfill his promise to dismantle the administrative state.
—Jeannie Suk Gersen, The New Yorker, 22 Jan. 2025
Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 4 Feb. 2025
Most bindings are designed so the heel releases vertically, or straight up, when force is applied, but not laterally when twisting.
—Larry Olmsted, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Max Gao, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Dec. 2024
Without limitation, decisions of the Sponsor are final and binding in all matters related to this paragraph.
—Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 20 Dec. 2024
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Adjective
The negotiators, from 117 nations, also created the World Trade Organization to administer GATT rules and negotiations and to provide binding arbitration of disputes.
—Keith Bradsher, New York Times, 14 Feb. 2025
One of Trump’s executive orders refuses to enforce a binding federal regulation, in order to fulfill his promise to dismantle the administrative state.
—Jeannie Suk Gersen, The New Yorker, 22 Jan. 2025
Noun
Eventually, the police department hopes to restore the binding and put the book on display alongside other pieces of the city’s law enforcement history.
—Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 4 Feb. 2025
Most bindings are designed so the heel releases vertically, or straight up, when force is applied, but not laterally when twisting.
—Larry Olmsted, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Verb
The secret is killing them and binding them, keeping them together, which is a crazy dynamic.
—Max Gao, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Dec. 2024
Without limitation, decisions of the Sponsor are final and binding in all matters related to this paragraph.
—Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 20 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for binding
Adjective
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Adopt a zero-tolerance approach: Document every incident thoroughly with legal experts and witnesses, distinguishing valid concerns from smear campaigns, false claims or prejudice.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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The gold card will offer a new route for rich non-U.S. citizens to gain a valid visa to live and work in the U.S., according to Mr. Trump, who spoke Tuesday about the new visa with Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick from the Oval Office.—
Aimee Picchi,
CBS News,
26 Feb. 2025
Noun
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However, Sanko’s co-worker, Michael Bisping, said at the start of the contest that Ruffy’s defense had been suspect from that tape the former UFC champ had viewed in preparation for calling the DWCS bout.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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Expand All Sergio Pino’s attorney and family members appeared somber as they were relegated behind police tape along with reporters and TV crews on a muggy morning in Coral Gables as the FBI raided the prominent developer’s house on Tuesday.—
Tess Riski,
Miami Herald,
6 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Lamar Jackson led a furious final push down the field, capped with Isaiah Likely’s spectacular would-be game-tying touchdown snag.—
Steven Louis Goldstein,
The Athletic,
8 Jan. 2025
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With a second-quarter 3-pointer, Herro extended his career best streak of games with at least one 3-pointer to 69, tying Duncan Robinson’s franchise record, a record set in 2021.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
8 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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When splitting retirement plans, a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) is a legal document that is used to facilitate the split.—
Heather L. Locus,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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That's not a step Trump apparently is going to bother with, though some legal scholars say it's required by law.—
Susan Page,
USA TODAY,
9 Mar. 2025
Noun
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In addition to the mesh bracelet, the second variation is offered on a sporty rubber strap.—
Cait Bazemore,
Robb Report,
28 Feb. 2025
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Its headboard features a removable cushion in your choice of top-quality fabric; each comes finished with handsome leather straps and stitched embellishments for a singular, rustic feel.—
Shoko Wanger,
Architectural Digest,
28 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Although their relationship shifted over the years, Colby recalled his mom always having his best interest at heart during the early years of his childhood.—
Jordana Comiter,
People.com,
8 Mar. 2025
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The ‘90s was good to the magazine industry for the most part.—
Rachel Burchfield,
Forbes,
8 Mar. 2025
Noun
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His hand was wrapped in a bandage later in the segment.—
Lisa Respers France,
CNN,
25 Feb. 2025
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The Ball family patriarch was later photographed in the hospital smiling in a wheelchair with his right leg covered in bandages following the reported foot amputation.—
Vanessa Etienne,
People.com,
21 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Then, in November 2023, Roach got the opportunity to fight for the WBA super featherweight belt, meeting Héctor Luis García.—
Trent Reinsmith,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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There are elegant belts from Anderson’s and The Row, sophisticated jewels from Lié Studio, David Yurman, and Mejuri, just to name a few.—
Laura Jackson,
Vogue,
28 Feb. 2025
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“Binding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/binding. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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