cements 1 of 2

plural of cement

cements

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of cement

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of cements
Noun
If that wasn’t already obvious when Mannion was hired, Jeff Stoutland’s departure cements the fact that there will be wholesale changes. Ted Nguyen, New York Times, 20 May 2026 The danger is that the new rule cements festival tiering to an even greater extent and creates more of a have and have nots landscape. Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 12 May 2026 Some are even saying this cements the GOAT debate between LeBron and Michael Jordan. Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 25 Apr. 2026 The inclusion of the Serpenti Tubogas Studs and exclusive High Jewelry creations further cements this material interplay as a cornerstone of the brand’s identity, elevating a once-radical experiment into a timeless hallmark of sophistication. Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 20 Apr. 2026 In March, China passed a law that experts say cements its assimilationist approach towards its ethnic minority groups, building on years of policy changes at the provincial level in Xinjiang and elsewhere. ABC News, 3 Apr. 2026 With nine matches, a semifinal, and the International Broadcast Center already assigned to the region, officials say securing two national team base camps further cements North Texas as one of the tournament's busiest hubs. Bo Evans, CBS News, 1 Apr. 2026 Emily Bader Keeps Winning Bader is quickly becoming one of Netflix’s go-to leading ladies, and this project only cements that trajectory. Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 25 Mar. 2026 Recorded during her Orquídeas era, this unexpected drop further cements Uchis as a deft purveyor of bops that exist purely to elevate your mood. Sigal Ratner-Arias, Billboard, 19 Dec. 2025
Verb
But instead, what the public saw was a term sheet that specifies at a very high level, a very weak settlement that really cements Live Nation's dominance, that will cement Live Nation's technology as the preferred ticketing infrastructure. Dana Taylor, USA Today, 27 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cements
Noun
  • The Science of Glue Molecular glues work in a fundamentally different way from other oral medicines.
    Bloomberg, Mercury News, 29 May 2026
  • Sticky Adhesives And Tape Sticky tapes, glues, or labels may leave a residue on granite countertops—and using sharp instruments to remove it will damage the stone surface.
    Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 18 May 2026
Noun
  • Previous disclosures showed that his investment accounts mainly bought and sold municipal and corporate bonds at a much slower pace.
    Michael Kaplan, CBS News, 15 June 2026
  • In the eighteen-seventies, as now, most people who bought stocks and bonds were well off.
    John Cassidy, New Yorker, 15 June 2026
Verb
  • The cocktail combines smoky mezcal, bright citrus, tropical mango liqueur, and a sparkling finish from prosecco, creating a balance of bold flavors and bright energy.
    Aly Walansky, Forbes.com, 14 June 2026
  • One of my current favorites is the Cerave Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen Face Sheer Tint, which combines SPF 30 with a lightweight, glowy tint.
    Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 14 June 2026
Noun
  • The four-piece set includes two semi-transparent and two transparent shades made from a lightweight, flexible mesh material that utilizes static energy to cling to windows without the need for adhesives or suction cups.
    Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 10 June 2026
  • Synthetic versions harden even more into a durable, heat-resistant material used in everything from adhesives and coatings to plastics and electronics.
    Kevin Williams, CNBC, 7 June 2026
Noun
  • Take control of your money with CNBC Select CNBC Select is editorially independent and may earn a commission from affiliate partners on links.
    Kamaron McNair, CNBC, 13 June 2026
  • The outbreak that the FDA links to all the above moringa except MOGO has sickened at least 119 people, 32 of whom have been hospitalized, in 36 states.
    David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 13 June 2026
Verb
  • Sometimes there are those lightning bolt moments where the creative just coalesces.
    Dave Quinn, PEOPLE, 7 June 2026
  • Under Labor rules, a leadership contest can be triggered if sufficient backing coalesces behind a challenger, typically through nominations from MPs and affiliated groups.
    Emma Bussey, FOXNews.com, 11 May 2026
Noun
  • The judge additionally said that Sarsour's deep ties to the community and his health concerns were also considered in ruling in favor of his release.
    Landon Mion, FOXNews.com, 19 June 2026
  • Payton spoke unapologetically from the witness stand about his gang ties and his criminal history.
    Darrell Smith, Sacbee.com, 19 June 2026
Verb
  • What unites them is a focus on intervention rather than observation.
    Dasha Shunina, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
  • For visitors looking to get into the World Cup spirit, the exhibit provides a chance to understand why soccer has become a global phenomenon that unites billions of people around the world.
    Lauren Crawford, CBS News, 11 June 2026

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“Cements.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cements. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.

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