epoxy

noun

Definition of epoxynext
as in epoxy resin

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Recent Examples of epoxy Smaller cracks can be repaired with epoxy glue, but even that is only a temporary fix. — Caelyn Pender, Mercury News, 15 June 2026 The pioneering project at the University of Pennsylvania Stuart Weitzman School of Design is working to create environmentally friendly alternatives to concrete and epoxy while also reducing the waste going into landfills. — Marcella Baietto, CBS News, 1 June 2026 In recent years, simplified versions of kintsugi using epoxy and metallic powders have gained popularity, offering quicker and less expensive results. — Kansas City Star, 14 May 2026 The internet says just the cover can be replaced by using an epoxy. — Hartford Courant, 12 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for epoxy
Recent Examples of Synonyms for epoxy
  1. epoxy resin
  2. adhesive
  3. glue
  4. water glass
  5. superglue
  6. mucilage
  7. paste
  8. cement
Noun
  • The real toxicity concern, per The New Republic‘s review of contractor materials, confirming previous reporting from Meidas News, lies in the epoxy resin used for the pool’s new lining, which carries explicit long-term aquatic toxicity warnings.
    — Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 2 July 2026
  • As with the Apollo spacecraft, Orion’s heat shield is made principally of a material known as Avcoat, a combination of epoxy resin and silica fibers, designed to absorb the fires of reentry and slowly burn off, or ablate, carrying the reentry heat away from the capsule and crew.
    — Jeffrey Kluger, Time, 11 Apr. 2026
Definition of epoxy resin
Noun
  • Those qualities matter in an everyday folder, where the blade may encounter tape adhesive, moisture, abrasive cardboard, food residue, and long periods in a pocket between cleanings.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 21 July 2026
  • For example, decorations may be strictly limited to the door (and not the surrounding hallway walls), and adhesives, which can damage the paint on doors, may be used in creative pursuits.
    — Erica Silverstein, Travel + Leisure, 16 July 2026
Definition of adhesive
Noun
  • Gas and power talks are the package glue that pure transit fees never supplied.
    — Güney Yıldız, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
  • Children ages 4 to 11 are invited to make crafts using a variety of supplies, such as yarn, paper, scissors, glue, paint, stickers and more.
    — Hema Sivanandam, Mercury News, 27 July 2026
Definition of glue
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  • For example, pot holders are near the oven and stove, water glasses are stocked near the refrigerator, silverware is centrally located, and cooking tools are within arm's reach.
    — Rebecca Jones, Southern Living, 9 Apr. 2026
  • People line up for seats, tables are wiped, water glasses set, orders taken, various foods cooked and served, bills presented and paid.
    — Edward Lotterman, Twin Cities, 29 Mar. 2026
Definition of water glass
Noun
  • The final version mostly holds itself together, though the front bezel requires either some electrical tape or a couple dabs of superglue to stay attached.
    — Lee Hutchinson, ArsTechnica, 23 July 2026
  • Science journalist Michaeleen Doucleff felt like her phone had superglue on it, holding her on it for hours each day while draining her of time and energy.
    — Rebecca Ramirez, NPR, 1 June 2026
Definition of superglue
Noun
  • Turn to pickled okra for the tart, punchy flavor for this dish—but without the mucilage that people often associate with the vegetable.
    — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 13 July 2026
  • The cooking process will also cause the okra to release its mucilage.
    — Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 1 Mar. 2026
Definition of mucilage
Noun
  • There, users can populate fields, copy and paste, print and download files.
    — Mazy Dar, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026
  • Cook, stirring often, until paste darkens in color, about 4 minutes.
    — Rachel Dolfi, Bon Appetit Magazine, 30 July 2026
Definition of paste
Noun
  • Dangote runs Dangote Group, a large African industrial conglomerate focusing on cement, oil refining, and fertilizer.
    — Sydney Lake, Fortune, 30 July 2026
  • Marilyn’s official handprints, footprints, and signature are embedded in the cement of the Chinese Theater’s front forecourt at 6925 Hollywood Boulevard.
    — Michael Goldstein, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
Definition of cement

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