be bound

Example Sentences

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Even in a White House viewed as business friendly, a United and American combo would be bound to raise some serious concerns.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

According to Smith, the seized tanker was believed to be bound for Cuba, and had previously been suspected of moving Iranian crude.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 10, 2025

He will serve 150 hours community service, pay £199 in costs, and be bound by a Criminal Behaviour Order for three years.

From BBC • Oct. 30, 2025

Andrew Friedman, the Dodgers’ president of baseball operations, admitted to some trepidation at telling a Hall of Famer that he would be bound for the postseason bullpen.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 6, 2025

As warm as July, too warm to be bound up like a mummy under my shirt.

From "The Teacher’s Funeral" by Richard Peck