glue 1 of 2

as in adhesive
a substance used to stick things together used glue to stick the photo in the album

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

glue

2 of 2

verb

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of glue
Noun
For eight weeks, audiences have been glued to daily news reports and podcasts on an unusual case that alleges the world’s most toxic mushroom was used to kill. Hilary Whiteman, CNN Money, 21 June 2025 But there are worse people to be glued at the hip to. David Browne, Rolling Stone, 11 June 2025
Verb
The vessel’s end caps, made of titanium, were affixed to the hull with glue. Eileen Finan, People.com, 10 June 2025 The cut ends are placed back into the scrotum, and the openings may be sealed with skin glue. Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt, CNN Money, 1 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for glue
Recent Examples of Synonyms for glue
Noun
  • Anderson added that consumers should consider where the mouth tape is made and what adhesive is used, to prevent skin irritation and allergic reactions.
    Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 25 June 2025
  • In the case of cars and trucks, if the adhesives aren’t applied correctly, occupants’ safety could be at risk.
    Ed Garsten, Forbes.com, 24 June 2025
Verb
  • She'd been bound and raped before she was wrapped in trash bags and put in the trash can.
    Kirsten Fiscus, The Tennessean, 6 July 2025
  • There, you’re bound to find small and large treasures that will make a big impact on your cooking space.
    Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 6 July 2025
Verb
  • Simply cut it to match the mat and adhere it with tape or glue.
    Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 June 2025
  • In a final step, the mask was carefully aligned with and applied to the surface of the painting, then adhered in place with a thin spray coating of varnish.
    Ben Coxworth, New Atlas, 15 June 2025
Verb
  • This trend that fuses sensuality, rebellion, and urban style has crept into the closets of celebrities, influencers, and fashion experts alike.
    René Chávez Esparza, Glamour, 4 July 2025
  • What's needed is a broader, more inclusive AI ecosystem—one that fuses technical knowledge with ethical reasoning, diverse cultural voices, and global cooperation.
    Mark Temnycky, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 July 2025
Verb
  • Others wore the scarves loosely, using a clip to fasten the tails.
    Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 23 June 2025
  • Between the 2 pounds of silicone rubber fastened to his head and a 30-pound bodysuit, the Irish actor was constantly overheating while playing his ambitious Gotham City gangster.
    Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 9 June 2025

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Glue.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/glue. Accessed 12 Jul. 2025.

More from Merriam-Webster on glue

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!