The term 'binds' can refer to a variety of different actions. Girds (5 letters) is an archaic term for binding or girding, which means to encircle or fasten something with a belt or band. Ties (4 letters) and Weds (4 letters) both refer to the act of joining two things together, either through marriage or a physical bond. Straps (6 letters) are a type of binding material, usually made of leather or fabric, used to secure items together. Tiesup (6 letters) is another term for binding, often used in the context of tying up a person or object. Cements (7 letters) and SWATHES (7 letters) are both terms for binding materials, with cement being a type of adhesive and SWATHES referring to a type of cloth wrap. Obligates (9 letters) is a verb meaning to bind someone to a promise or agreement. Finally, Nowinsituations (15 letters) is a phrase that refers to the idea of being bound to a certain situation or circumstance.