be bound
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Moreover, the state officials in this case arguably did agree to be bound by federal law.
From Slate ● Jun. 23, 2026
“I asked him: ‘Supposing the Pope looked up and saw a cloud and said “It’s going to rain,” would that be bound to happen?’
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 22, 2026
However, at the time it stated that it "will not be bound by this alternative in subsequent seasons".
From BBC ● Apr. 27, 2026
Even at a White House viewed as friendly to business, a United and American combination would be bound to raise serious concerns.
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 14, 2026
That I, in fleeing from one cruel master, should be bound to another, was almost too much to endure.
From "Crispin: The Cross of Lead" by Avi
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