as in adhesion
a physical sticking to as if by glue
this epoxy has good bonding for glass and ceramics
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as in communing
to form a close personal relationship
a man attempting to bond with his new and mistrustful stepson
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Recent Examples of bonding
Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 July 2025
His wife, Mary Bishop, registered them as a Christmas gift for father-daughter bonding, Heller said, and his daughter had driven four-wheelers for years.
—Ethan Wolin
updated July 16, Sacbee.com, 16 July 2025
Mixed martial arts competitor Lukas has just handily defeated his opponent and celebrates with his wife, child and friends backstage, setting the scene for a nimble combination of communal bonding and looming horrors.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 18 July 2025
Filmed during their vacation in Greece, the video captured a lighthearted bonding session between the mother-daughter duo, with Jenner allowing Stormi to experiment with makeup.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 July 2025
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Gotham / Contributor/GC Images Aznar emphasized the need for age-appropriate bonding, warning of potential harm from cosmetic products on developing skin.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 July 2025
His wife, Mary Bishop, registered them as a Christmas gift for father-daughter bonding, Heller said, and his daughter had driven four-wheelers for years.
—Ethan Wolin
updated July 16, Sacbee.com, 16 July 2025
Mixed martial arts competitor Lukas has just handily defeated his opponent and celebrates with his wife, child and friends backstage, setting the scene for a nimble combination of communal bonding and looming horrors.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 18 July 2025
Filmed during their vacation in Greece, the video captured a lighthearted bonding session between the mother-daughter duo, with Jenner allowing Stormi to experiment with makeup.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bonding
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Gorges has also been studying the seeds' cellulose nano fibers, which—depending on the level of hydration—can exhibit either high or low friction or adhesion.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
8 July 2025
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Many of the affected genes have roles in key processes such as cell adhesion and migration, which are known to respond to mechanical forces.—
Simon Makin,
Scientific American,
30 June 2025
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Parents may get up to three of the clings at their local police station.—
Doug Ross,
Chicago Tribune,
7 July 2025
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Aluminum Foil Sheets The Dollar Tree sells aluminum foil, parchment paper, and plastic cling wrap, but my favorite kitchen item is their pre-cut aluminum foil sheets.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
7 June 2025
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The other half entered an intensive, highly structured program that included aerobic exercise four times a week, adherence to a heart-healthy Mediterranean diet, online cognitive training, mandatory social activities and monitoring levels of blood pressure and blood sugar.—
Jon Hamilton,
NPR,
28 July 2025
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Every business has a set of values, and adherence to these should be the common denominator rather than slavishly seeking out personality types.—
David Morel,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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“Bonding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bonding. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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