1
as in glues
a substance used to stick things together
what kind of cement works best on glass and pottery?
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2
as in bonds
a uniting or binding force or influence
she is the cement that holds that often quarrelsome group together
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Recent Examples of cements
Robb Report Staff,
Robb Report,
18 June 2026
If that wasn’t already obvious when Mannion was hired, Jeff Stoutland’s departure cements the fact that there will be wholesale changes.
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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.
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Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
12 May 2026
Some are even saying this cements the GOAT debate between LeBron and Michael Jordan.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Ryan Brennan,
Kansas City Star,
25 Mar. 2026
Dana Taylor,
USA Today,
27 Mar. 2026
Noun
As a result of the deal, PMC has acquired Vox’s leading brands, creating a combined portfolio that consists of over 25 titles and cements PMC’s position as the world’s largest digital media publisher.
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Robb Report Staff,
Robb Report,
18 June 2026
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
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.
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Dana Taylor,
USA Today,
27 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cements
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The Science of Glue Molecular glues work in a fundamentally different way from other oral medicines.
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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.
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Collective, which advocates for reparations, land returns for Native Americans, bonds for newborns and a universal basic income.
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This creates stronger chemical bonds between the organic and inorganic components of the electrolyte while establishing continuous pathways that allow lithium ions to move more efficiently through the battery.
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The 6,845-yard (and always highly rated on a national level) Links/Quarry combination at Bay Harbor Golf Club in Petoskey combines sweeping views of Lake Michigan from the perch above, on the opening six holes.
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According to the company, the interceptor combines multiple guidance methods to ensure effectiveness in contested environments.
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Old books also release volatile organic compounds over the years (VOCs) as the paper and adhesives gradually break down.
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Synthetic versions harden even more into a durable, heat-resistant material used in everything from adhesives and coatings to plastics and electronics.
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Now, in Crimea, Kyiv is systematically targeting key transport links and supply routes connecting the peninsula to southern Russian forces, aiming to disrupt logistics and isolate military infrastructure there.
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Sometimes there are those lightning bolt moments where the creative just coalesces.
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Under Labor rules, a leadership contest can be triggered if sufficient backing coalesces behind a challenger, typically through nominations from MPs and affiliated groups.
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The complaint also identifies several defendants as having ties to the Christian Zheng Sheng Association, a Hong Kong charity whose founder, Jacob Lam Hay-sing, is wanted by Hong Kong police in an unrelated criminal investigation.
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Together, the trees serve as a living reminder that Sacramento’s sister city program extends beyond official ceremonies and diplomatic visits, celebrating the cultural and community ties that have connected the capital with cities around the world for more than 60 years.
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The Panthers on Sunday acquired forward Brady Tkachuk from the Ottawa Senators, a deal that unites the Tkachuk brothers and brings yet another star hockey player to South Florida.
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What unites them is a focus on intervention rather than observation.
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“Cements.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cements. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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