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Recent Examples of viscid What didn’t end up in a New Orleanian’s blood ended up filling every pothole in the Quarter—a bubbly black tarn of viscid vice. Carly Tagen-Dye, Peoplemag, 7 May 2024 The milk white wrapper engulfs the filling in a viscid, slime-like dough that’s magnificently stretchy and fun to eat. Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 6 Nov. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for viscid
Adjective
  • These Steve Madden platform sneakers feature thick, cushioned soles that provide extra height without sacrificing comfort.
    Jené Luciani Sena, FOXNews.com, 22 Apr. 2025
  • In the center of the group stood a tall woman with long, thick hair, an easy smile, and a very pregnant midsection.
    Danielle Pergament, Allure, 21 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Phone grips have been around for a while, popularized by PopSockets, but the ones in this guide attach via magnets instead of an adhesive or a clamp.
    Brenda Stolyar, Wired News, 6 Apr. 2025
  • At the same time, improving the adhesive strips in the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max.
    Janhoi McGregor, Forbes, 5 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • The viscous substance coats the attacker, immobilizing or fatally compromising them by clogging joints, mouthparts and spiracles.
    Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 5 Apr. 2025
  • The microbes go on to form a viscous coating known as a biofilm, which is resistant to antibiotics.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 28 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • Rakestraw was excellent in training camp last year, showing a knack for the ball, sticky coverage and physicality in the run game.
    Colton Pouncy, New York Times, 28 Apr. 2025
  • Vionic Kimmie Sneakers $130 $60 at Amazon These Vionic sneakers have perforated suede leather uppers that provide maximum airflow to keep your feet cool on hot, sticky afternoons.
    Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 28 Apr. 2025

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“Viscid.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/viscid. Accessed 3 May. 2025.

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