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
Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 8 June 2026
The Carolina Panthers teammates enjoyed a little offseason bonding while riding horses and four-wheelers out in the country.
—Amber Harding Outkick, FOXNews.com, 8 June 2026
Kasey Caminiti, USA Today, 25 May 2026
Postpartum depression, per Mayo Clinic, includes symptoms such as depressed mood, difficulty bonding with your baby, changes in appetite, intense irritability and more.
—Raven Brunner, PEOPLE, 19 May 2026
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Noun
Epres offers a lightweight pre-wash bonding treatment that mists evenly through the hair without weighing it down, while Elizavecca CER-100 Collagen Coating Hair Protein Treatment is an rinse-out option that can be used in place of a hair mask—and remains a editor-favorite K-beauty staple.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 8 June 2026
The Carolina Panthers teammates enjoyed a little offseason bonding while riding horses and four-wheelers out in the country.
—Amber Harding Outkick, FOXNews.com, 8 June 2026
Verb
These irresistible, creamy purée treats are perfect for picky eaters, bonding moments and sneaking in hydration—cats can’t get enough of them.
—Kasey Caminiti, USA Today, 25 May 2026
Postpartum depression, per Mayo Clinic, includes symptoms such as depressed mood, difficulty bonding with your baby, changes in appetite, intense irritability and more.
—Raven Brunner, PEOPLE, 19 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bonding
Noun
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Remedy Subaru dealers will inspect the power moonroof glass panel for proper adhesion and, if necessary, replace the vehicle's glass panel for free.—
Michelle Del Rey,
USA Today,
4 June 2026
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Garments made of these fabrics were then tested for adhesion to design requirements.—
Jennifer Bringle,
Footwear News,
1 June 2026
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But the main event was Madonna communing with the nearly 3,000 fans at the premiere, most of whom have followed her for decades.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
6 June 2026
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Since releasing Mayhem, her first new LP since 2020’s Chromatica, Mother Monster has been communing with her disciples around the world on an extensive tour, which included a massive free concert at Rio de Janeiro’s Copacabana Beach last year.—
Hattie Lindert,
Pitchfork,
15 May 2026
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The oversized sweater design with short sleeves creates a flattering silhouette that skims rather than clings.—
Amanda Eyre Ward,
Travel + Leisure,
8 June 2026
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In one of the most famous moments in movies, Kate Winslet’s Rose clings for dear life to a door in the frigid Atlantic Ocean as the Titanic sinks in April 1912.—
Sam Gillette,
PEOPLE,
28 May 2026
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So, remember, by finding weeds, noting their location, relating them to a condition, and choosing corrective actions based on that condition, gardeners can begin to form maintenance diagnoses for their gardens through weeds.—
Anthony Reardon,
Kansas City Star,
18 May 2026
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The young players seem to like how Harbaugh is teaching and relating, too.—
Pat Leonard,
New York Daily News,
9 May 2026
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When medication becomes a financial burden, adherence drops, and preventable complications rise.—
Nicole F. Roberts,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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All loans are subject to individual approval and adherence to underwriting guidelines.—
Jasmin Suknanan,
CNBC,
9 June 2026
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“Bonding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bonding. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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