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verb

Definition of bandagenext
as in to bind
to cover with a bandage her mother always bandages her scraped knees very carefully

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bandage

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noun

as in tape

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Recent Examples of bandage
Verb
The support from the vet’s coach and teammates has helped bandage the wound of the 2025-26 season. — Kalen Lumpkins, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026 Trump has frequently appeared in public throughout his second term with visible bruising on his hands, which have sometimes been bandaged. — Conor Murray, Forbes.com, 12 May 2026
Noun
One was even a doctor and was able to tourniquet the wound, bandage up the other injuries and temporarily stabilize him. — Caleb Lunetta, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 June 2026 Yes, there was a splint on my nose and a small bandage on my ear, but the pain was minimal as I was still medicated—more pressure than anything sharp. — Victoria Oliva, Allure, 23 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for bandage
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bandage
  1. bind
  2. tape
  3. heal
  4. strap
  5. dress
  6. binding
  7. treat
  8. belt
Verb
  • Teplizumab – a form of immunotherapy – binds to immune cells to slow their attack and so delays the need to take insulin by two to three years.
    — The Week UK, TheWeek, 6 July 2026
  • But, of course, everyone has a secret that’s bound to come out.
    — Judy Berman, Time, 6 July 2026
Definition of bind
Noun
  • The Surf Gang producer stays busy with a new tape that links an eclectic cast of 25 collaborators with his shimmery beats.
    — Oba Awolowo, Pitchfork, 3 July 2026
  • Cristobal studies tape of every player UM signs, but Smith does a lot of the necessary legwork, because even Cristobal — with his tireless work ethic — can’t do everything.
    — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 3 July 2026
Definition of tape
Verb
  • Honest depth heals best when paired with patience and respect for everyone’s comfort level.
    — Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 5 July 2026
  • Adding these impacts to the early Earth’s heat budget, though, proved rather challenging because Earth has a peculiar way of healing its scars.
    — Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 5 July 2026
Definition of heal
Noun
  • Additionally, Thursday morning’s mission was the last to use the Atlas V’s most powerful configuration with five strap-on solid rocket boosters.
    — Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 3 July 2026
  • Pz’ spends much of his proper debut, No Turning Back, equally baffled by his good fortune and ready to fasten it to his side with a Gucci strap before anyone else can take it.
    — Dylan Green, Pitchfork, 3 July 2026
Definition of strap
Verb
  • Style yours casually for daytime, then dress it up for fancy dinners.
    — Kelsey Stiegman, Glamour, 2 July 2026
  • Because a robot cannot yet dress itself, zippers, snaps, magnets and detachable modular pieces make each garment easy to put on, remove and maintain.
    — SJ Studio, Footwear News, 2 July 2026
Definition of dress
Noun
  • In Weaver’s case, for example, one of the bindings found on her body had a lot of DNA from Weaver herself, some from her boyfriend and a much smaller amount from an unknown third person, Collins said.
    — Nina Giraldo, CNN Money, 10 May 2026
  • Blotting helps pull stains up and out of the rug's surface, preventing them from seeping into the binding.
    — Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 5 May 2026
Definition of binding
Verb
  • If your go-to bag is a roomy tote, treat yourself to the Medium City Tote by Coach.
    — Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 4 July 2026
  • He was then treated by medical staff and was considered stable, police said.
    — Richard Winton, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026
Definition of treat
Noun
  • The voluminous sleeves add dimension while balancing your proportions, and the adjustable belt cinches the waist for a flattering, customized fit.
    — Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 8 July 2026
  • Our tip for creating a truly cool look is to pair a simple white T-shirt or tank with your long denim shorts, then go big with a fun belt and matching bag.
    — Emma Bocchi, Glamour, 7 July 2026
Definition of belt

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