as in adhesion
a physical sticking to as if by glue
this epoxy has good bonding for glass and ceramics
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as in communing
to form a close personal relationship
a man attempting to bond with his new and mistrustful stepson
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Recent Examples of bonding
Food Drink Life, New York Daily News, 17 Apr. 2025
There was optimism about a bonding deal after a meeting between Gov. Tim Walz and key leaders of both parties in the House and Senate on April 10.
—Alex Derosier, Twin Cities, 20 Apr. 2025
Several parents had accompanied the team for the bonding trip, per NBC 6.
—Bailey Richards, People.com, 19 Apr. 2025
In Maryland, the state bonding authority, or debt management system, involves several entities and programs that facilitate the issuance and management of bonds for various purposes.
—Sherry Greenfield, Baltimore Sun, 19 Apr. 2025
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Noun
These shared culinary experiences foster laughter, bonding and storytelling, turning meals into memorable moments rather than just a means to an end.
—Food Drink Life, New York Daily News, 17 Apr. 2025
There was optimism about a bonding deal after a meeting between Gov. Tim Walz and key leaders of both parties in the House and Senate on April 10.
—Alex Derosier, Twin Cities, 20 Apr. 2025
Several parents had accompanied the team for the bonding trip, per NBC 6.
—Bailey Richards, People.com, 19 Apr. 2025
In Maryland, the state bonding authority, or debt management system, involves several entities and programs that facilitate the issuance and management of bonds for various purposes.
—Sherry Greenfield, Baltimore Sun, 19 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bonding
Noun
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This movement is inspired by how tiny insects walk on water, using adhesion forces that dominate at such small scales.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
10 May 2025
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Moreover, integrin β1 is seen to strengthen cell-substrate adhesions in fibroblasts, potentially offering an explanation for the thicker stress fibers seen in older cells.—
Matt Robison,
Newsweek,
18 Feb. 2025
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Those attending the April 25 event can pick up yard signs, window clings and bumper stickers with the 988 number, according to the press release.—
Aurora Beacon-News,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Apr. 2025
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To simplify the cling wrap experience, start with the box.—
Cody Godwin,
USA TODAY,
24 Mar. 2025
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Elizabeth had maintained a decade of careful adherence to her HIV treatment, but the couple still struggled with consistent condom use.—
Kathryn Rhine,
The Conversation,
19 May 2025
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Resistance training adherence has always been reliant on access to the right equipment.—
Matt Parrott,
Arkansas Online,
18 May 2025
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“Bonding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bonding. Accessed 23 May. 2025.
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