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
The colorless gas is also used to make chemicals found in products such as antifreeze, detergents, plastics and adhesives.
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Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2026
Epoxy resins, meanwhile, serve as structural adhesives and protective coatings, and act as the primary matrix in carbon fiber components for wind turbine blades, aircraft structures, high-end sporting goods, and civil engineering reinforcements.
—Etiido Uko
march 08, New Atlas, 8 Mar. 2026
Volatile organic compounds may be added to menstrual products as part of fragrances, adhesives or other product components.
—Jenni Shearston, The Conversation, 20 Feb. 2026
The cords loop through the sole unit and lock with a toggle, so the components connect mechanically instead of being bonded with traditional adhesives.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 10 Feb. 2026
In automotive use, upholstery is usually bonded to plastic substrates, with foam backing and adhesives.
—Srishti Gupta, Interesting Engineering, 28 Jan. 2026
Wet wipes contain alcohol and chemicals that strip natural oils, damage materials like leather, and weaken shoe adhesives.
—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
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
Los Angeles Times, 13 Mar. 2026
Epoxy resins, meanwhile, serve as structural adhesives and protective coatings, and act as the primary matrix in carbon fiber components for wind turbine blades, aircraft structures, high-end sporting goods, and civil engineering reinforcements.
—Etiido Uko
march 08, New Atlas, 8 Mar. 2026
Volatile organic compounds may be added to menstrual products as part of fragrances, adhesives or other product components.
—Jenni Shearston, The Conversation, 20 Feb. 2026
The cords loop through the sole unit and lock with a toggle, so the components connect mechanically instead of being bonded with traditional adhesives.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 10 Feb. 2026
In automotive use, upholstery is usually bonded to plastic substrates, with foam backing and adhesives.
—Srishti Gupta, Interesting Engineering, 28 Jan. 2026
Wet wipes contain alcohol and chemicals that strip natural oils, damage materials like leather, and weaken shoe adhesives.
—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
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adhesives
glues
Noun
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As for how glues and netting affect the healing process?—
Jolene Edgar,
Allure,
16 Mar. 2026
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Articulators fasten bones together using drills, wires, rods, and glues.—
Jeff Wilson,
Outdoor Life,
11 Mar. 2026
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“Adhesives.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adhesives. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.
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