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chained

  • past participle
    of chain.
    chain
    noun
    a series of objects connected one after the other, usually in the form of a series of metal rings passing through one another, used either for various purposes requiring a flexible tie with high tensile strength, as for hauling, supporting, or confining, or in various ornamental and decorative forms.
  • past tense form
    of chain.
    chain
    noun
    a series of objects connected one after the other, usually in the form of a series of metal rings passing through one another, used either for various purposes requiring a flexible tie with high tensile strength, as for hauling, supporting, or confining, or in various ornamental and decorative forms.

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Proposals include switching to a chained COLA, which accounts for buyers’ spending habits, such as switching from one protein to another when the first becomes too expensive.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 29, 2026

"We did the recording in the morning and then come lunch time we all went off. We came back and all the studio doors were locked and chained because of the strike," said McCallum.

From BBC ● Sep. 12, 2026

His hands and ankles were chained, and he was shipped off to Adelanto alongside a handful of other immigrants, all who were at least a decade older than him.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 10, 2026

The Brick is one of many programs and gadgets that have hit the market to help people who feel chained to their devices.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 30, 2026

Jack quickly ran to the prince, who was chained to the wall opposite the fireplace.

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley