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close bond

[/kloʊs bɑːnd/]
nounpl: close bonds
vínculo estreito
1. A strong emotional or social connection between two or more people characterized by deep affection, trust, and intimacy
The close bond between mother and child is fundamental to healthy development.
O vínculo estreito entre mãe e filho é fundamental para o desenvolvimento saudável.
2. A tight connection or relationship that is difficult to break
They formed a close bond during their years of collaboration.
Eles formaram um vínculo estreito durante seus anos de colaboração.
Synonyms
tight bondstrong connectiondeep relationshipintimate tiefirm attachment
Antonyms
distant relationshiploose connectionweak tieestrangement

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
vínculo estreito
Most common usage
Brazil
laço forte
Alternative, slightly more poetic
Portugal
ligação estreita
Common in European Portuguese
Portugal
vínculo forte
Also used in formal contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

bond like glue
form a bond
forge a close bond
strengthen the bond
break a bond
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