adhesive

Example Sentences

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The technique involves attaching an original sketch to an adhesive backing, cutting it out, strategically sprinkling sand on the desired areas, then removing any misplaced grains one by one.

From Los Angeles Times

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

From The Wall Street Journal

Up and down the Barteljorisstraat, shop owners were out on the sidewalk; there was an unaccustomed neighborhood feel as advice, rolls of adhesive, and tales of the night’s terror passed from door to door.

From Literature

The mechanism works by moving an adhesive coated belt around the outside of the cell, pulling the bacterium forward in a motion that resembles a microscopic snowmobile.

From Science Daily

I stare at the two halves, which aren’t going to stick together without some kind of adhesive I don’t have.

From Literature