rubber band
noun
: a continuous band of rubber used in various ways (as for holding together a sheaf of papers)
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To make these, cut the tubes to the height of your drawer, and line them up inside to create different compartments for pencils, scissors, rubber bands, and other supplies.
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Farima Ferguson, The Spruce, 9 Apr. 2026
Before storing it, remove any ties or rubber bands so the spears are not tied together.
—Victoria Spencer, Martha Stewart, 31 Mar. 2026
This integrated cooling technology significantly reduces heat, making the process feel like a light snap of a rubber band.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 18 Mar. 2026
Place the showerhead in the bag, submerging it in the bubbling mixture, and securing the bag with a rubber band around the neck of the showerhead.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 15 Mar. 2026
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Farima Ferguson, The Spruce, 9 Apr. 2026
Before storing it, remove any ties or rubber bands so the spears are not tied together.
—Victoria Spencer, Martha Stewart, 31 Mar. 2026
This integrated cooling technology significantly reduces heat, making the process feel like a light snap of a rubber band.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 18 Mar. 2026
Place the showerhead in the bag, submerging it in the bubbling mixture, and securing the bag with a rubber band around the neck of the showerhead.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 15 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for rubber band
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“Rubber band.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rubber%20band. Accessed 16 Apr. 2026.
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