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as in handcuffs
something that physically prevents free movement
before they could release the captive, they had to undo a number of bonds
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as in links
a uniting or binding force or influence
the bond of love between them was so strong that even death could not break it
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as in contracts
a formal agreement to fulfill an obligation
signed a bond to repay the money
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as in glues
a substance used to stick things together
what type of bond works best on ceramics?
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as in communes
to form a close personal relationship
a man attempting to bond with his new and mistrustful stepson
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Recent Examples of bonds
Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 9 Feb. 2026
And the crime of kissing is punishable by death, raising the stakes as a young sales assistant bonds with a regular customer.
—Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2026
Debt concerns linger However, while most analysts agree on the boost to equities, some warned that heavier spending could pressure bonds and raise bond yields.
—Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 9 Feb. 2026
Stocks are poised to surge, with investors betting higher government spending will fuel growth, but Takaichi’s policies will likely weigh on Japanese bonds and the yen, analysts said.
—J.d. Capelouto, semafor.com, 8 Feb. 2026
Nate Testman, the fund's interim director, said the agency has ramped up efforts to preserve properties by working with owners and using tax-exempt bonds to help finance renovations.
—CBS News, 8 Feb. 2026
One of Fishback’s principal issues — government divestiture of Israeli bonds — is a dog-whistle to antisemites.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 26 Jan. 2026
The Fed was trying to hold down long-term interest rates by buying $667 billion of long-term bonds and selling short-term ones.
—Brandon Kochkodin, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
These experiences taught him how to establish emotional bonds with audiences that far outweigh any connection based on shared ideology.
—Daniel Yudkin, The Atlantic, 24 Jan. 2026
Jayson Stark, New York Times, 10 Feb. 2026
That would be Jinu, soda-popping demon who steals souls but ultimately bonds with Rumi.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 24 Jan. 2026
The film stars Sally Field as a widow who bonds with a giant Pacific octopus, while also connecting with a young man (Lewis Pullman) in need of direction.
—Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 7 Jan. 2026
The adhesive that bonds a child to a sports team is one of the most powerful elements in the universe.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026
Roeland Park and Prairie Village officials have also stated that the cities are not a part of the STAR bonds district.
—Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 5 Jan. 2026
My Octopus Teacher is a story of relationships, as told by a filmmaker who bonds with an octopus.
—Chris Snellgrove, Entertainment Weekly, 2 Jan. 2026
Mike starts creating distance with Eleven after Hopper threatens him, leading Eleven, who bonds with Max over the drama, to end their relationship.
—Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 19 Nov. 2025
Half-brothers Wirt and Greg certainly have their disagreements during their journey through the Unknown, but what bonds them in the end, like Lucy carrying her tired little brother Linus home to bed in Great Pumpkin, is fathomless love.
—Daniel Dockery, Vulture, 17 Oct. 2025
Noun
Lawson remains held on bonds totaling more than $2 million, court records show.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 9 Feb. 2026
And the crime of kissing is punishable by death, raising the stakes as a young sales assistant bonds with a regular customer.
—Los Angeles Times, 9 Feb. 2026
Debt concerns linger However, while most analysts agree on the boost to equities, some warned that heavier spending could pressure bonds and raise bond yields.
—Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 9 Feb. 2026
Stocks are poised to surge, with investors betting higher government spending will fuel growth, but Takaichi’s policies will likely weigh on Japanese bonds and the yen, analysts said.
—J.d. Capelouto, semafor.com, 8 Feb. 2026
Nate Testman, the fund's interim director, said the agency has ramped up efforts to preserve properties by working with owners and using tax-exempt bonds to help finance renovations.
—CBS News, 8 Feb. 2026
One of Fishback’s principal issues — government divestiture of Israeli bonds — is a dog-whistle to antisemites.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 26 Jan. 2026
The Fed was trying to hold down long-term interest rates by buying $667 billion of long-term bonds and selling short-term ones.
—Brandon Kochkodin, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
These experiences taught him how to establish emotional bonds with audiences that far outweigh any connection based on shared ideology.
—Daniel Yudkin, The Atlantic, 24 Jan. 2026
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Guess what bonds that group together?
—Jayson Stark, New York Times, 10 Feb. 2026
That would be Jinu, soda-popping demon who steals souls but ultimately bonds with Rumi.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 24 Jan. 2026
The film stars Sally Field as a widow who bonds with a giant Pacific octopus, while also connecting with a young man (Lewis Pullman) in need of direction.
—Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 7 Jan. 2026
The adhesive that bonds a child to a sports team is one of the most powerful elements in the universe.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Jan. 2026
Roeland Park and Prairie Village officials have also stated that the cities are not a part of the STAR bonds district.
—Taylor O'Connor, Kansas City Star, 5 Jan. 2026
My Octopus Teacher is a story of relationships, as told by a filmmaker who bonds with an octopus.
—Chris Snellgrove, Entertainment Weekly, 2 Jan. 2026
Mike starts creating distance with Eleven after Hopper threatens him, leading Eleven, who bonds with Max over the drama, to end their relationship.
—Brendan Morrow, USA Today, 19 Nov. 2025
Half-brothers Wirt and Greg certainly have their disagreements during their journey through the Unknown, but what bonds them in the end, like Lucy carrying her tired little brother Linus home to bed in Great Pumpkin, is fathomless love.
—Daniel Dockery, Vulture, 17 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bonds
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Thompson, who did not speak publicly in court, was led away in handcuffs after the sentencing.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
14 Feb. 2026
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Silva-Parucho, whose handcuffs were ordered to be removed before his hearing began, broke into elated sobs as the judge read the order releasing him.—
Cristóbal Reyes,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 Feb. 2026
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Take control of your money with CNBC Select CNBC Select is editorially independent and may earn a commission from affiliate partners on links.—
Douglas A. Boneparth, CFP,
CNBC,
14 Feb. 2026
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The best way to safeguard yourself from malicious links that install malware, potentially accessing your private information, is to have strong antivirus software installed on all your devices.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
13 Feb. 2026
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Then modernize infrastructure by ensuring major contracts, especially TxDOT’s, deliver projects on time, on budget, and ahead of demand.—
Eleanor Dearman,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
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Implementing reviews of active consulting contracts.—
Riley Bunch,
AJC.com,
14 Feb. 2026
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While you might be inclined to take the less humane route to keep mice out—stocking up on traps, glues, essential oils, and other expensive (and often gruesome) killers—there are plenty of natural ways to repel mice worth trying, too.—
Kylie McConville,
The Spruce,
21 Jan. 2026
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Use waterproof containers to store paints, glues, markers, and ink.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
11 Jan. 2026
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If humans must route every meaningful choice through approval chains, the organization becomes its own bottleneck.—
Amy Eliza Wong,
Fortune,
9 Feb. 2026
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Every year, restaurant chains across Tennessee offer holiday discounts and special menus, and this year is no different.—
Jordan Green,
Memphis Commercial Appeal,
9 Feb. 2026
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Mack Brown, the coach at North Carolina, thought Drake might come there, given his family ties.—
Tim Rohan,
NBC news,
5 Feb. 2026
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Trump cut federal ties with the firm before Karp cut a deal with the White House, restoring the relationship.—
Emily Hallas,
The Washington Examiner,
5 Feb. 2026
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Zelensky, who has been president since 2019, noted that elections have not been held since Russia’s full-scale invasion in 2022 and stressed that Ukraine needed strong security guarantees before agreeing to any end to the war.—
Nandika Chatterjee,
Time,
14 Feb. 2026
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The Ukrainian president also reiterated his demand for strong security guarantees as a precondition to ending the war.—
Emily Hallas,
The Washington Examiner,
14 Feb. 2026
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In automotive use, upholstery is usually bonded to plastic substrates, with foam backing and adhesives.—
Srishti Gupta,
Interesting Engineering,
28 Jan. 2026
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Wet wipes contain alcohol and chemicals that strip natural oils, damage materials like leather, and weaken shoe adhesives.—
Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
20 Jan. 2026
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“Bonds.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bonds. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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