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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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
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
30 June 2026
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.
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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
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
Today’s ruling cements those reforms and builds on decades of work to secure equal educational opportunities for women and girls.
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Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
30 June 2026
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.
—
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
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
Noun
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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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Many have worked and trained alongside each other for years, forming bonds that transcend cultures and languages.
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But that doesn’t mean the bonds and awakenings that have been sown won’t grow in their own ways, whether in terms of enduring perceptions or travels to or from here to other nations or inspiring future leaders.
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Her sculpted exterior combines deep contours and broad convex forms with the yard’s signature elongated bow, resulting in a distinctive yet familiar silhouette.
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The program combines mentorship with hands-on training, helping filmmakers develop pitch materials, build budgets, understand financing strategies, and prepare projects for distribution conversations.
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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.
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Bed adhesion was excellent on both smooth and textured PEI surfaces without requiring adhesives for standard materials.
Noun
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The same 2024 review links dysbiosis to halitosis, cavities, gingivitis, periodontitis and oral candidiasis.
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However, StyleCaster may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes.
Verb
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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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Ukrainska Pravda said he was targeted by Ukrainian sanctions in 2023 for ties to Russia, a year after Moscow launched its ongoing full-scale invasion.
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Interestingly, her bandmate Tzuyu’s frilly bloomers with garter-type ties did not fan flames on social media.
Verb
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What unites us as Americans is far greater than what divides us.
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What unites them is the belief that camps can help mold character and instill the values children will carry into adulthood.
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“Cements.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cements. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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