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
Jamie Hailstone, Forbes, 27 Oct. 2024
Formal talks on joining the bloc already began in June, but the — non-legally binding — referendum of Sunday was seen as cementing Moldova’s pro-EU trajectory.
—Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 21 Oct. 2024
Outside Editors, Outside Online, 11 Nov. 2024
The elder Freeman pressed his hands onto the safety net, and the younger did the same, and the binding between them made the moment no less tangible.
—Ken Makin, The Christian Science Monitor, 31 Oct. 2024
Sharon Lerner and Al Shaw, CNN, 5 Dec. 2024
The threats that point toward selective prosecutions conflict with longstanding norms of the Department of Justice, and ethics standards binding on all prosecutors.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
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Adjective
More than 20 chief executives from some of the world’s largest companies have called on governments to agree ‘global binding rules’ to address the issue of plastic pollution.
—Jamie Hailstone, Forbes, 27 Oct. 2024
Formal talks on joining the bloc already began in June, but the — non-legally binding — referendum of Sunday was seen as cementing Moldova’s pro-EU trajectory.
—Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 21 Oct. 2024
Noun
See how the Union Atlas shakes out compared to the other best bindings of the year.
—Outside Editors, Outside Online, 11 Nov. 2024
The elder Freeman pressed his hands onto the safety net, and the younger did the same, and the binding between them made the moment no less tangible.
—Ken Makin, The Christian Science Monitor, 31 Oct. 2024
Verb
As the backbone of American commerce, formaldehyde is a workhorse in major sectors of the economy, preserving bodies in funeral homes, binding particleboards in furniture and serving as a building block in plastic.
—Sharon Lerner and Al Shaw, CNN, 5 Dec. 2024
The threats that point toward selective prosecutions conflict with longstanding norms of the Department of Justice, and ethics standards binding on all prosecutors.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for binding
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But the overall point is valid, looks like suboptimal surgery.Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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The prosecution, in turn, said passengers’ fear of Neely was valid but that Penny did not need to use deadly physical force to address it – or subdue the unarmed Neely once everyone was off the train.Molly Crane-Newman, New York Daily News, 9 Dec. 2024
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Near the bandshell and about 20 feet from one of the park's crowded walkways, crime scene tape still surrounded the spot where a backpack believed to belong to the shooter was found Friday.Christina Coulter, Fox News, 8 Dec. 2024
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These drives support new tape cartridge media using Strontium Ferrite magnetic particles.Thomas Coughlin, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
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This marks the first positive forensic match tying Mangione directly to the scene where Brian Thompson was gunned down just over a week ago outside a Midtown Manhattan hotel.Dakin Andone, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
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Bag up thicker icing in a variety of shades, clipping or tying the back of the piping bags to seal, then create bags of thinner icing in a variety of colors.Tricia Manzanero Stuedeman, Southern Living, 10 Dec. 2024
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Disclaimer and Disclosure The information provided in this article is for general informational purposes only and should not be construed as financial, investment, legal, or other advice.Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 10 Dec. 2024
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Conclusion Government oversight and enforcement is, of course, necessary to ensure that the legal standards passed by Congress are properly implemented and respected.Joshua D. Smeltzer, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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This example of the Royal Oak Offshore ‘End of Days’ is on offer from Analog Shift, and boasts the double layered black nylon strap with velcro closure in excellent condition.Allen Farmelo, Robb Report, 13 Dec. 2024
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The strap is secured with a Velcro closure, allowing for easy adjustment and a precise fit.Bhanu Chopra, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Joe Buscaglia, Bills beat writer Rams survive Allen’s best ‘hero ball’ Throughout the first half, the Rams’ defense (and Buffalo’s game plan) made Allen look mortal.Tim Graham, The Athletic, 9 Dec. 2024
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Plus, all of the pup's best and (hilariously worst) moments on set.Lauren Huff, EW.com, 8 Dec. 2024
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This Brown Toy Box: Haylee Medical Sciences Kit includes a clipboard, bandages, tweezers, an activity book, and an anatomy doll to help kids develop an understanding of the human body.Cheryl Fenton, Parents, 5 Dec. 2024
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This compact, water-resistant option includes bandages, gloves, scissors, safety pins, and more.Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 1 Dec. 2024
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Gomez paired a white T-shirt with dark wash jeans and a suede belt, layering on a peak lapel coat from Madewell’s recent collaboration with Alexa Chung.Hannah Malach, WWD, 10 Dec. 2024
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That includes a wide hip belt to take the weight off of the shoulders, enough space for a three-liter water bladder, and side pockets to store an extra layer for shifting weather patterns.Lauren Mazzo, Glamour, 10 Dec. 2024
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“Binding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/binding. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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