tie that binds
The phrase "tie that binds" refers to a shared element that strengthens relationships, creating unity among individuals or groups.
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Definition
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(figurative, idiomatic)A shared belief, interest, or experience that creates a strong connection between people.
Example
- Their mutual love for music became the tie that binds their friendship.
- Family traditions are often the ties that bind generations together.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "tie that binds":
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