as in adhesive
a substance used to stick things together
used glue to stick the photo in the album
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Recent Examples of glue
Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 6 Feb. 2026
Of the 63 dead roaches, 40 were under a soda machine, six were on a glue trap on a counter next to single service to-go items (usually plates, plastic utensils) and another half-dozen under the microwave oven.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 6 Feb. 2026
Joseph Hostetler, Fortune, 7 Oct. 2025
Female geckos glue their eggs to ceilings, walls, or other sheltered surfaces, often leaving behind clusters of rounded, beadlike shapes.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Sep. 2025
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Noun
This research marks the first time scientists have identified the specific amino acids — arginine and tyrosine — that act as molecular glue, giving spider silk its legendary properties.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 6 Feb. 2026
Of the 63 dead roaches, 40 were under a soda machine, six were on a glue trap on a counter next to single service to-go items (usually plates, plastic utensils) and another half-dozen under the microwave oven.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 6 Feb. 2026
Verb
At one workstation, a worker uses liquid epoxy to glue fiberglass reinforcing sheets to wooden blades, in batches of six.
—Joseph Hostetler, Fortune, 7 Oct. 2025
Female geckos glue their eggs to ceilings, walls, or other sheltered surfaces, often leaving behind clusters of rounded, beadlike shapes.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for glue
Noun
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Prolonged moisture exposure can weaken the adhesive, leading to edges curling and tiles shifting or lifting entirely.—
Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
11 Feb. 2026
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The cords loop through the sole unit and lock with a toggle, so the components connect mechanically instead of being bonded with traditional adhesives.—
Maggie Clancy,
Footwear News,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Mobilization is people taking action that is time-bound and sending a message, which is important, Strano said.—
Taylor Seely,
AZCentral.com,
10 Feb. 2026
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The last time such cuts occurred — more than a decade ago — aircraft bound for Europe refueled in Nassau, Bahamas, the pilot recalled.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
10 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Paint may not adhere well without extensive sanding and priming, which can lead to bubbling and peeling, explains designer Danielle Chiprut.—
Asia London Palomba,
The Spruce,
5 Feb. 2026
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Not only will the paint have trouble adhering and drying, but you will also be forced to work outside in freezing cold conditions for long periods, making the entire experience both uncomfortable and frustrating.—
Timothy Dale,
Better Homes & Gardens,
28 Jan. 2026
Verb
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These young stars are literally burning the candle at both ends, furiously fusing their elements into heavier ones.—
Joe Rao,
Space.com,
8 Feb. 2026
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Without that key step, you can’t be classified as a true star; the presence of those fusion reactions, where hydrogen gets fused into helium, separates stars from all other heavenly bodies.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
6 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Filipowski had his right leg wrapped in plastic to fasten an ice bag to his kneecap afterward.—
Aaron Beard,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Feb. 2026
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Her veil was secured with a comb where her hair was fastened.—
Shelby Wax,
Vogue,
7 Feb. 2026
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“Glue.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/glue. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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