bound for

Example Sentences

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A working base would allow sustained scientific research, the testing of technology bound for future Mars missions, and the eventual extraction of lunar resources.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Beside Grant, who is bound for the Portland Cascade, there will be 12 other former Bruins sprinkled among the league’s six rosters.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

The company has invested to open more warehouses in recent years, which includes two new facilities in the first half of this year that will process goods bound for stores.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

A friendly game against, er, whoever, or a momentous day for the Scottish national team and the chosen ones bound for the States - same difference.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

Said we were bound for the cemetery—“but first, son, we’ll go by yore house.”

From "Cold Sassy Tree" by Olive Ann Burns