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
Tamsin Gable, Forbes.com, 4 June 2025
We Christians are sometimes tempted to consider the commitment to love our neighbor in sentimental ways, as a warm feeling in the heart, but nothing more binding than benevolent feelings toward another.
—Rick Fry, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 June 2025
Jake Stern, Outside Online, 11 Apr. 2025
In the 16th century, the manuscript’s binding was repurposed to hold a Tudor-period register, and for centuries, the Arthurian story was lost.
—Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 2 Apr. 2025
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 21 Mar. 2025
Read the fine print A loan agreement is a binding contract.
—Quinlan Grim, Sacramento Bee, 21 Mar. 2025
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Verb
Some loans and agreements require physical signatures to be legally binding.
—Tamsin Gable, Forbes.com, 4 June 2025
We Christians are sometimes tempted to consider the commitment to love our neighbor in sentimental ways, as a warm feeling in the heart, but nothing more binding than benevolent feelings toward another.
—Rick Fry, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 June 2025
Adjective
That means fewer bindings rip out of skis, and fewer skis end up in the dumpster.
—Jake Stern, Outside Online, 11 Apr. 2025
In the 16th century, the manuscript’s binding was repurposed to hold a Tudor-period register, and for centuries, the Arthurian story was lost.
—Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 2 Apr. 2025
Noun
Researchers revealed that the molecular docking analysis results provided important insights into the binding affinities of PHA synthase enzyme-substrate complexes across different genera.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 21 Mar. 2025
Read the fine print A loan agreement is a binding contract.
—Quinlan Grim, Sacramento Bee, 21 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for binding
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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Valley Metro will recognize the event tickets as valid light rail fare on the day of the event for four hours prior to the start of the event through the end of the transit day.—
Ed Masley,
AZCentral.com,
9 July 2025
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Westchester Cultural Arts Center, 7930 SW 40th St., Miami COST: $30 general admission, $25 for seniors and students with valid ID.—
Maité Hernández-Lorenzo Artburst Miami,
Miami Herald,
8 July 2025
Noun
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The store was also part of a grassroots movement keeping the old formats of vinyl and tape alive.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
5 July 2025
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The engineer kept those tapes for decades as well as other recordings that include trumpeter Kenny Dorham, whose performance at the Blue Morocco is a separate Resonance Record Store Day release this year.—
Domenica Bongiovanni,
IndyStar,
3 July 2025
Adjective
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Friends of the Everglades and the Center for Biological Diversity filed a lawsuit last month seeking a temporary restraining order and a preliminary injunction to put the project on hold until legal wrangling is resolved.—
Dara Kam,
Sun Sentinel,
7 July 2025
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On the other hand, an officer failing to identify themselves can have serious consequences for the legal defense of someone detained or arrested.—
Angele Latham,
The Tennessean,
7 July 2025
Noun
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Polar's strap has a comfortable buckle connector and silicone dots to keep it in place.—
Adrienne So,
Wired News,
10 July 2025
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How did the woman say she was held by Wood? The shed where the woman was held was locked with chains, with bricks placed there to further confine her, while her ankle was tied down by a tow strap, according to charging documents.—
Jose R. Gonzalez,
AZCentral.com,
10 July 2025
Adjective
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The most important thing to consider when determining if a certain plant is a good match for hydrangeas is growing conditions.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
6 July 2025
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But maybe, in an odd way, the timing is good, given the looming July 31 trade deadline.—
Marc Topkin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
6 July 2025
Noun
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The kit will be stocked with all the essentials such as bandages, antiseptics, and tools such as a thermometer.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 June 2025
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This compact kit includes 140 pieces (think bandages, antiseptic wipes, tweezers, medical tape) in a water-resistant pouch that fits easily in your pack or car.—
Francesca Krempa,
Travel + Leisure,
26 June 2025
Noun
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With a Stanley Cup already under his belt and a promising rookie season behind him, the young forward will look to build on his success and play an even bigger role in the Panthers’ pursuit to solidifying themselves as a South Florida sports dynasty.—
Kaitlyn Pohly
July 10,
Miami Herald,
10 July 2025
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But perhaps with the experience under his belt — and a summer to try and add weight — Johansson can come back more ready to handle second-pair minutes for a full season.—
Max Bultman,
New York Times,
10 July 2025
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“Binding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/binding. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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