bridges

[brij-iz] / ˈbrɪdʒ ɪz /

NOUN

structure or something that makes connection

Synonyms

STRONGEST

link overpass platform

STRONG

arch bond branch catwalk connection extension gangplank pontoon scaffold span tie transit trestle viaduct wing

VERB

connect, extend

Synonyms

STRONGEST

span traverse unite

STRONG

attach bind branch couple cross join link reach subtend

WEAK

arch over cross over go over

Antonyms

STRONG

disconnect disjoin divide leave separate unfasten

WEAK

detach disunite unlink

Example Sentences

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It’s long past time to begin the process of returning to the states the job of raising the funds to maintain their own roads and bridges.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

Only later did Einstein–Rosen bridges become associated with wormholes, despite having little to do with the original idea.

From Science Daily • May 22, 2026

"Harry's stage design includes bridges to allow access in and out of the pods within the stage."

From BBC • May 20, 2026

Roads, bridges and docks will be built on the island, opening it up for port activity and tourism, and serving expanded military installations.

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

As he drove home, Ellsberg knew he had just burned his bridges to the president’s inner circle.

From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin