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as in limit
a real or imaginary point beyond which a person or thing cannot go
the language in the novel really is beyond the bounds of decency
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as in confines
the line or relatively narrow space that marks the outer limit of something
colored outside the bounds of the drawing
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as in to border
to serve as a border for
being bounded on all sides by the Alps has helped Switzerland maintain its neutrality
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as in determined
fully committed to achieving a goal
I am bound and determined to write a novel before I turn 30
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Recent Examples of bound
The San Diego Union Tribune, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Feb. 2025
Diane Miller, Plantation On birthright citizenship President Trump was out of bounds with his executive order to ban birthright citizenship, but there should be a discussion about this issue.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 31 Jan. 2025
Robert Lea, Space.com, 19 Dec. 2024
The order affects the area bounded by Balboa to the east, Tampa to the west, Sesnon to the south, and Sunshine Canyon Road to the north.
—Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 10 Jan. 2025
Julian Palombo, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Jan. 2025
In deciphering sagas of eons past, astronomers find few examples more intriguing than Messier 67, or M67, which is a large, loosely bound group of sun-like stars dwelling in the outskirts of the Milky Way, our home galaxy.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 15 Jan. 2025
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Noun
The ball glanced off Hohn and out of bounds, giving UCSD possession.
—The San Diego Union Tribune, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Feb. 2025
Diane Miller, Plantation On birthright citizenship President Trump was out of bounds with his executive order to ban birthright citizenship, but there should be a discussion about this issue.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 31 Jan. 2025
Verb
That is because, like all black holes, they are bounded by a one-way light-trapping surface called an event horizon.
—Robert Lea, Space.com, 19 Dec. 2024
The order affects the area bounded by Balboa to the east, Tampa to the west, Sesnon to the south, and Sunshine Canyon Road to the north.
—Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 10 Jan. 2025
Adjective
San Diego County and the greater Tijuana area have become interlocked, tightly bound, intensely interactive partners.
—Julian Palombo, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Jan. 2025
In deciphering sagas of eons past, astronomers find few examples more intriguing than Messier 67, or M67, which is a large, loosely bound group of sun-like stars dwelling in the outskirts of the Milky Way, our home galaxy.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 15 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bound
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Just about anyone would struggle to contain Mohamed Salah and his strike-partners while in a determined mood.—
Sam Tighe,
The Athletic,
14 Feb. 2025
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An upbeat and determined person by nature, Ms. Donlon bristled at her sister’s disheartened words.—
Christopher Maag,
New York Times,
14 Feb. 2025
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Lawler’s Suzy is a poignant mass of fierce intellect and crushing vulnerability, of resolute determination and emotional chaos.—
Chad Jones,
The Mercury News,
6 Feb. 2025
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Somalia remains resolute in working with its allies to eliminate international terrorism and ensure regional stability.—
Daniel R. Depetris,
Newsweek,
1 Feb. 2025
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But Trump does not seem intent on slowing down, with his barrage of executive actions piling up through his first three weeks in office.—
Avery Lotz,
Axios,
11 Feb. 2025
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As well as sales agents, Meissner is intent on making EFM a hub for other folks in the film industry.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
9 Feb. 2025
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“Bound.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bound. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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