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adhesive

[ad-hee-siv, -ziv] / ædˈhi sɪv, -zɪv /


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Of those factors, one proves more adhesive than the rest.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026

Previously, thin layers of MoSe2 were created using exfoliation -- a method similar to peeling layers off a crystal with adhesive tape.

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

Carlos worked for 25 years at a small adhesive company, where he became plant manager.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

Lynsey says you should avoid anything with adhesive labels as these can clog the filter.

From BBC • Feb. 18, 2026

After the scrubbing comes the salve, a low-grade sting, then the dressing and the tape with its epoxy-like adhesive.

From "Burning Blue" by Paul Griffin




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