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superglue

noun

Definition of superglue

as in epoxy

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Recent Examples of superglue Also recovered were two notebooks, superglue, UPS packages and other miscellaneous items, according to the report. — Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Nov. 2025 This new research, however, could apply some superglue to our broken theories by suggesting a new identity for little red dots and an entirely new class of cosmic object. — Robert Lea, Space.com, 15 Sep. 2025 Anna-av/Getty Images The structure of the gecko's toes have inspired many a previous product—from special superglues through to 'spiderman'-style climbing suits—but such have long proven difficult to emulate in medical and personal care products. — Health Reporter, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 July 2025 The arrow shafts were also coated with birch bark pitch–considered a Stone Age superglue. — Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 5 Dec. 2024 See All Example Sentences for superglue

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Noun

While never as durable as replacement counters, epoxy is still far more durable than paint.

— Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 15 Oct. 2026
Now, previous metal-polymer lattices generally fill the spaces between the beams with polymers such as epoxy, PEEK, or silicone.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 20 Sep. 2026

Definition of epoxy

Noun

While the production of mucilage is a natural property of cooked okra, there are ways to downplay its effects and to make the slimy texture less prominent.

— Taylor Tobin, Southern Living, 30 Aug. 2026
The vinegar will also help break down the mucilage, making the pods less slimy.

— Kirsten Nunez, Martha Stewart, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of mucilage

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To ensure durability in saline conditions, the researchers used butyl rubber and cover glass, topped with a transparent epoxy resin outer protective layer to build a waterproof, pressure-resistant, and corrosion-resistant armor.

— Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 21 Sep. 2026
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

Definition of epoxy resin

Noun

The approach replaces the oxygen normally generated during water electrolysis with an epoxide, a class of chemicals widely used to manufacture polymers, coatings, adhesives, pharmaceuticals, and other products.

— Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 9 Oct. 2026
Henkel is broadly known as a global industrial products and consumer goods company with offerings such as laundry detergent, industrial products, adhesives, sealants, and haircare.

— Sawdah Bhaimiya, CNBC, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of adhesive

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In her debut role, Kiami Davael played Lavender, Matilda’s first real friend who pranks Miss Trunchbull with a frog in her water glass.

— Huntley Woods, Entertainment Weekly, 3 Aug. 2026
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

Definition of water glass

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To make the marinade, to a blender, add the chiles, garlic, onion, ginger, lime juice, chili powder, salt, and turmeric and blend into a smooth paste with no chunks.

— Emma Specter, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2026
Relying on his education in design, Nagy would often clip out images and collage them together, using a similar method enlisted to create paste-ups used in the creation of print media in the pre-Photoshop age.

— Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 13 Oct. 2026

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