bond
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Definition
A bond is a strong connection between people, groups, or things. It can also mean a financial certificate showing that money has been lent, or money paid to get someone out of jail until trial.
Usage & Nuances
Most often, 'bond' means an emotional or social connection: 'a close bond', 'bond with someone'. In finance, 'government bond' is common. In legal American English, 'post bond' means pay money so someone can leave jail temporarily. Don't confuse it with 'bind', which is a verb meaning tie or fasten.
Example Sentences
We really bonded during that road trip.
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Parents and babies often bond through touch and eye contact.
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The twins have a very strong bond.
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It takes time to bond with a new pet.
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My dad bought a government bond.
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His family posted bond a few hours after the arrest.
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