self-adhesive

adjective

self-ad·he·sive ˌself-əd-ˈhē-siv

-ziv

: having a side coated with an adhesive that sticks without wetting

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Examples of self-adhesive in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The tiles are self-adhesive and can be applied directly to the wall without the need for grout. —

Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Dec. 2023 Drape a pinecone garland across the door frame using self-adhesive hooks or clips. —

Kaylei Fear, Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Nov. 2023 Cons Some of the self-adhesive hooks lost their stickiness during testing. —

L.a. Hubilla, Peoplemag, 21 Sep. 2023 The self-adhesive stickers can be worn up to seven days and have an easy application. —

Nykia Spradley, Glamour, 7 Sep. 2023 Apply the panels one at a time according to the manufacturer's instructions, which might involve applying adhesive paste first or pressing the self-adhesive backing to the wall. —

Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Aug. 2023 Flocking Methods While some people go as far as to use soap shavings, shaving cream, and even coconut to flock their trees, the most popular options are 1) flocking kits, 2) flocking sprays, or 3) self-adhesive flocking powder. —

Rachel Silva, ELLE Decor, 7 Aug. 2023 Easy-to-install surfaces include tile-look sheets for the galley backsplash and vinyl floor planks; both are self-adhesive. —

Kit Selzer, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Aug. 2023 Current surgical zippers are self-adhesive and can be used in both in-patient and outpatient cases. —

Scott Lafee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 July 2023

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