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
James Factora, Them, 26 Feb. 2025
In the case of cellulose bags, those may have greater surface area, and thus more binding sites, than the synthetic materials.
—Kristen Rogers, CNN, 26 Feb. 2025
Rob Reed, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
The brand's green bona fides — and the sustainability logo on each ski — also drew fist-bumps from the ski shop employees who dialed in the bindings.
—Alan Neuhauser, Axios, 28 Feb. 2025
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
However, the resolutions are not legally binding, and don’t guarantee that SCOTUS will reconsider Obergefell.
—James Factora, Them, 26 Feb. 2025
In the case of cellulose bags, those may have greater surface area, and thus more binding sites, than the synthetic materials.
—Kristen Rogers, CNN, 26 Feb. 2025
Noun
These can also be used as standard strap bindings in situations where that might be more advantageous.
—Rob Reed, Forbes, 15 Jan. 2025
The brand's green bona fides — and the sustainability logo on each ski — also drew fist-bumps from the ski shop employees who dialed in the bindings.
—Alan Neuhauser, Axios, 28 Feb. 2025
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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A lot of people want to talk gun control, which is a very valid debate.—
Jenelle Riley,
Variety,
4 Apr. 2025
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Only tickets originally purchased to games Saturday and Sunday will be valid for this weekend’s games.—
Matt Jones,
Arkansas Online,
4 Apr. 2025
Noun
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After the debate with Trump, Biden needed fluorescent tape to guide him through a fundraiser at New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy’s (D) house and needed a teleprompter to speak to just a small group of people.—
Jared Gans,
The Hill,
31 Mar. 2025
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And much like his night guard, mouth tape—a newer innovation aimed at supporting nasal breathing—has been implemented in recent years for similar uses.—
Dahvi Shira,
Forbes.com,
31 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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American history itself documents the shifting boundaries of racial categories, a legal as well as a social status in the United States.—
Jason D. Greenblatt,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Apr. 2025
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Rest assured, most aspects of diversity, equity and inclusion work are legal; yet at this moment, even using the DEI acronym in public-facing material could be seen as risky or placing an unnecessary spotlight on the work.—
Julie Kratz,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
Noun
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On her shoulder are the straps of a canvas tote filled with groceries, greens on top.—
David Bezmozgis,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2025
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This one has double shoulder straps, an optional crossbody strap, and interior and exterior pockets.—
Jamie Allison Sanders,
People.com,
6 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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On the bright side, healthy lifestyle choices, such as a good diet and regular exercise, offer even greater heart health protection for women.—
Kaitlin Sullivan,
Health,
2 Apr. 2025
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Williams is also Maryland’s best option to remain competitive in the short term.—
Baltimore Sun staff,
Baltimore Sun,
1 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Despite that, the drones flew fast and true, and my requested delivery of bandages and medicine was safely and quickly deposited on the ground just a few feet from my own feet.—
Tim Stevens,
ArsTechnica,
8 Apr. 2025
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The two men don’t stop yelling after a shot of morphine and a few bandages, and Sam’s screams of agony, in particular, seem to go on forever.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
4 Apr. 2025
Noun
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The assault escalated into a violent spectacle, with The Rock employing a belt to inflict further damage.—
Newsweek Staff,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Apr. 2025
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Fifty percent of the Good American collection is denim; 47 percent is ready-to-wear, which includes tops, bottoms, dresses, jackets and outerwear, and 3 percent is belts.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
2 Apr. 2025
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“Binding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/binding. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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