as in glues
a substance used to stick things together
prefers postage stamps coated with adhesive so that she doesn't have to do any licking
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Recent Examples of adhesives
Wet wipes contain alcohol and chemicals that strip natural oils, damage materials like leather, and weaken shoe adhesives.
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Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 20 Jan. 2026
The codes focus on using modular construction, reversible connections instead of permanent adhesives, and using the right materials that can be isolated like mass timber.
—Jennifer Castenson, Forbes.com, 17 Jan. 2026
Epoxy adhesives play a significant role in joining blades and structural elements, but also pose major challenges during maintenance and decommissioning.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 13 Jan. 2026
Government regulations limit the amount of chemicals allowed in some kinds of consumer products, such as adhesives and construction materials, because of their contribution to smog, but personal care products that contain fragrances remain largely unregulated.
—Katelyn Richard, The Conversation, 9 Jan. 2026
This is similar to the principle of a Da Vinci bridge’s self-supporting structure, so the strips mutually support one another without the need for adhesives or additional binding components.
—Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 17 Dec. 2025
The straps are adjustable to fit various heights and builds, and the lanyard doesn’t require any adhesives or special tools to install.
—Anne Taylor, Travel + Leisure, 30 Nov. 2025
The Tinkerer pattern consists of essential tools, adhesives, and hardware.
—Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 13 Nov. 2025
This inspired the creation of adhesives that bind tightly and then peel away without causing damage.
—Carl Zimmer, New York Times, 9 Nov. 2025
Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 20 Jan. 2026
The codes focus on using modular construction, reversible connections instead of permanent adhesives, and using the right materials that can be isolated like mass timber.
—Jennifer Castenson, Forbes.com, 17 Jan. 2026
Epoxy adhesives play a significant role in joining blades and structural elements, but also pose major challenges during maintenance and decommissioning.
—Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 13 Jan. 2026
Government regulations limit the amount of chemicals allowed in some kinds of consumer products, such as adhesives and construction materials, because of their contribution to smog, but personal care products that contain fragrances remain largely unregulated.
—Katelyn Richard, The Conversation, 9 Jan. 2026
This is similar to the principle of a Da Vinci bridge’s self-supporting structure, so the strips mutually support one another without the need for adhesives or additional binding components.
—Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 17 Dec. 2025
The straps are adjustable to fit various heights and builds, and the lanyard doesn’t require any adhesives or special tools to install.
—Anne Taylor, Travel + Leisure, 30 Nov. 2025
The Tinkerer pattern consists of essential tools, adhesives, and hardware.
—Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 13 Nov. 2025
This inspired the creation of adhesives that bind tightly and then peel away without causing damage.
—Carl Zimmer, New York Times, 9 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adhesives
glues
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While you might be inclined to take the less humane route to keep mice out—stocking up on traps, glues, essential oils, and other expensive (and often gruesome) killers—there are plenty of natural ways to repel mice worth trying, too.—
Kylie McConville,
The Spruce,
21 Jan. 2026
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Use waterproof containers to store paints, glues, markers, and ink.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
11 Jan. 2026
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“Adhesives.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adhesives. Accessed 30 Jan. 2026.
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