as in adhesives
a substance used to stick things together
used glue to stick the photo in the album
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Recent Examples of glues
Jolene Edgar, Allure, 16 Mar. 2026
Articulators fasten bones together using drills, wires, rods, and glues.
—Jeff Wilson, Outdoor Life, 11 Mar. 2026
While you might be inclined to take the less humane route to keep mice out—stocking up on traps, glues, essential oils, and other expensive (and often gruesome) killers—there are plenty of natural ways to repel mice worth trying, too.
—Kylie McConville, The Spruce, 21 Jan. 2026
Use waterproof containers to store paints, glues, markers, and ink.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 11 Jan. 2026
But despite its water-sensitive glues and exposed hydraulics, the seahorse completed its route intact.
—Gavin J. Quinton, Los Angeles Times, 3 Jan. 2026
Harsh formulas and hot water can weaken glues, fade colors, and compromise the materials that give sneakers their structure.
—Katie Cloyd, Martha Stewart, 29 Dec. 2025
No synthetic glues are used in the construction, which is part of Groves’ sustainability mission.
—Katie Abel, Footwear News, 19 Dec. 2025
Hardware stores were the best venue for cheap glues, glazes, and epoxies, which could be smeared, stuffed, and sanded into every crack and crevice.
—Literary Hub, 10 Dec. 2025
Noun
As for how glues and netting affect the healing process?
—Jolene Edgar, Allure, 16 Mar. 2026
Articulators fasten bones together using drills, wires, rods, and glues.
—Jeff Wilson, Outdoor Life, 11 Mar. 2026
While you might be inclined to take the less humane route to keep mice out—stocking up on traps, glues, essential oils, and other expensive (and often gruesome) killers—there are plenty of natural ways to repel mice worth trying, too.
—Kylie McConville, The Spruce, 21 Jan. 2026
Use waterproof containers to store paints, glues, markers, and ink.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 11 Jan. 2026
But despite its water-sensitive glues and exposed hydraulics, the seahorse completed its route intact.
—Gavin J. Quinton, Los Angeles Times, 3 Jan. 2026
Harsh formulas and hot water can weaken glues, fade colors, and compromise the materials that give sneakers their structure.
—Katie Cloyd, Martha Stewart, 29 Dec. 2025
No synthetic glues are used in the construction, which is part of Groves’ sustainability mission.
—Katie Abel, Footwear News, 19 Dec. 2025
Hardware stores were the best venue for cheap glues, glazes, and epoxies, which could be smeared, stuffed, and sanded into every crack and crevice.
—Literary Hub, 10 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for glues
Noun
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This mechanical locking creates a cohesive link that provides structural integrity without the need for adhesives.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Apr. 2026
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Mussels, for instance, create strong underwater adhesives and fibers through dense protein droplets.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Footwear News,
20 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Chamomile tea contains apigenin, which binds to GABA receptors producing a mild sedative effect.—
Allison Palmer,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
15 Apr. 2026
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To crystallize the volatile — even violent — energy that binds artistic connections across space and time.—
David Ehrlich,
IndieWire,
14 Apr. 2026
Verb
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The collection fuses Ksubi’s youthful rebellion with the cannabis brand’s distinct New York energy.—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
20 Apr. 2026
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The format fuses athletic competition, reality-style drama and audience interactivity, following fitness creators through a three-stage contest that includes a signature Fight Club segment.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
9 Apr. 2026
Verb
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My favorite detail is the red ribbon on Giovanna’s right shoulder, which fastens her sleeve to her dress and floats over the darkness.—
Zachary Fine,
New Yorker,
20 Apr. 2026
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Aquazzura’s signature swirling ankle strap curves upward from the sides of the shoe and fastens the 105mm heel with a slim buckle.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
16 Dec. 2025
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“Glues.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/glues. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.
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