as in irons
something that physically prevents free movement
manacles prevented the bear from roaming beyond a very small area
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as in binds
to confine or restrain with or as if with chains
manacled the prisoner to the wall
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as in hampers
to create difficulty for the work or activity of
in this situation, the police are manacled by unnecessary regulations
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Specifically, researchers could use AI models to determine how specifically and potently the drug binds to known and unknown targets, the level of these targets in the body, how concentrated the drug becomes in healthy and diseased tissues, and the drug’s structural properties.—
Christian Macedonia,
The Conversation,
3 Jan. 2025 -
The carbon monoxide in smoke binds to the hemoglobin in your red blood cells, displacing oxygen, so your heart and brain get less oxygen.—
Ann Pietrangelo,
Verywell Health,
2 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Treasury yields fell in the bond market after Friday’s weaker-than-expected economic reports.—
Stan Choe,
Los Angeles Times,
21 Feb. 2025
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There is now a furore over 500 billion Euros in defense bonds, joint nuclear shields and defense equipment shopping lists.—
Mike O'Sullivan,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
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Nothing ever impedes Andrew’s upgrade to human status.—
Kirk Honeycutt,
The Hollywood Reporter,
17 Dec. 2024
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Unfortunately, this impedes the creative process and results in an uneven end product.—
Jerry Weissman,
Forbes,
22 Nov. 2024
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Denny’s is closing dozens of restaurants The American diner is closing at least 30 of its restaurants as part of the struggling chain’s plans to jumpstart growth.—
Alexandra Banner,
CNN,
14 Feb. 2025
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Prominent retailers, including department store chain Kohl's, discount retailer Bargain Hunt, and furniture store Big Lots, have revealed plans for consolidations, closures, and even bankruptcy, driven by the declining outlook for the retail sector.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
13 Feb. 2025
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By identifying potential limitations early, companies can plan to optimize their use of NOLs and R&D credits within the constraints imposed by 382 and TCJA.—
Shaune Scutellaro,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
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From the relationship with the body to analyzing trauma to the societal constraints on human beings and their relationship with the planet, the exhibition, accompanied by a magazine, invites us to reflect on identity, connection, and complexity.—
PhotoVogue,
Vogue,
21 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The three Alexander brothers arrived in Manhattan federal court together in handcuffs, shackles and drab beige jail clothing.—
Aaron Katersky,
ABC News,
7 Feb. 2025
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Entertainment gossip and news from Newsweek's network of contributors Leave behind the shackles of gravity and establish your dominance on a whole new frontier by achieving the Science Victory in Civilization 7.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
6 Feb. 2025
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The conflicting stances put the Trump administration in a bind, legal experts say.—
Avi Asher-Schapiro,
ProPublica,
20 Feb. 2025
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Recommended Peace Jordan in a bind: What to offer Trump instead of taking in Gaza refugees?—
Alfredo Sosa,
The Christian Science Monitor,
14 Feb. 2025
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The restrictions’ effect is worsened by the growing efforts of other states to attract the world’s talent.—
Matthew J. Slaughter,
Foreign Affairs,
25 Feb. 2025
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The restrictions on the AP followed earlier moves to kick out outlets like NBC News, CNN and The New York Times from regular workspace at the Pentagon, in favor of a lineup of conservative or right wing outlets that will take their place as part of a new rotation program.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
25 Feb. 2025
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“Manacles.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/manacles. Accessed 1 Mar. 2025.
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