How to Use adhesive in a Sentence

adhesive

1 of 2 adjective
Definition of adhesivenext
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  • Cover the cut with an adhesive bandage.
  • The 12-inch self-adhesive squares are sold in a set of 10.
    — Jessica Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Dec. 2022
  • Did the primer or the adhesive used for the repair freeze?
    — Jeanne Huber, Washington Post, 12 May 2023
  • Place self-adhesive rubber bumpers on the back corners of the item to hold it away from the wall.
    — Kelly Allen, House Beautiful, 22 July 2021
  • Several firm blows from the side failed to break the adhesive bond.
    — Roy Berendsohn, Popular Mechanics, 4 Aug. 2023
  • Place it in the center of the fan blade and either use the adhesive backing or glue to secure the weight.
    — Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 May 2022
  • Some people do find that the adhesive strip could be stronger and that the pads sometimes bunch.
    — Rachael Schultz, Health, 2 Mar. 2023
  • The mop pad sticks to the mop with velcro, which will become less adhesive over time.
    — Barbara Bellesi Zito, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Sep. 2022
  • Keep in Mind The mop pad sticks to the mop with velcro, which will become less adhesive over time.
    — Barbara Bellesi Zito, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 July 2023
  • The same painter’s tape method can be used with adhesive hanging strips.
    — Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY, 19 Aug. 2023
  • This, in turn, can break up the adhesive bond and cause the extensions to fall out sooner.
    — Chloé Valentine Toscano, Allure, 22 Mar. 2023
  • With these tests, an adhesive patch is placed over a suspect area of skin.
    — Dallas News, 3 Oct. 2021
  • The first known piece of mail sent with a prepaid, adhesive stamp could sell for as much as $2.5 million.
    — Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 18 Jan. 2024
  • In this case, the glue will act as the main hold while the screws essentially serve as clamps until the adhesive dries.
    — Jean Levasseur, Popular Science, 26 July 2023
  • To finish, cut pretty paper to fit the back of the frame and secure with spray adhesive.
    — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Dec. 2023
  • Apply adhesive magnet strips ($4, Target) to the backs of the pieces and enjoy!
    — Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Sep. 2022
  • Then scrape off the adhesive residue with a razor scraper.
    — Washington Post, 28 Mar. 2022
  • Depending on the quality of the nails and adhesive, most press-on nails last from one to two weeks.
    — Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 8 Mar. 2023
  • The pads adhere to furniture when the self-adhesive paper is pulled off and the sticky side is exposed.
    — Ariel Scotti, PEOPLE.com, 10 Nov. 2021
  • Use craft glue adhesive on the lower third of faux pumpkins and dip them in glitter.
    — Southern Living Editors, Southern Living, 4 Sep. 2023
  • Attach the adhesive strips to the frame and then stick the frame to the wall, holding it firmly in place before releasing it.
    — Maryal Miller Carter, USA TODAY, 19 Aug. 2023
  • Satechi sells an adhesive sticker ($10) that can attach to the back of phones like the iPhone 11.
    — Julian Chokkattu, Wired, 1 Oct. 2021
  • This sort of tire design is less likely to stir up any of the razor-sharp and adhesive dust that sits on the moon’s surface.
    — Greg Fink, Car and Driver, 21 June 2022
  • The lights have a strong adhesive backing and are easy to install on the eaves of your home, whether it’s made of wood, fiber, cement, metal, or vinyl.
    — Katie Begley, Peoplemag, 10 Nov. 2023
  • The preferred method is to use a fresh razor blade to open up the seam slightly or, in the case of the bubble, make a slice along the side to open it up enough to get in adhesive.
    — Mark Philben, BostonGlobe.com, 13 Apr. 2023
  • To install these shelves, wipe your shower wall dry, remove the film to reveal the adhesive, and hold it firmly against the wall.
    — Nicole Pyles, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Oct. 2023
  • The brand recommends placing the adhesive squares on each bat wing's back and sticking them to a smooth, dry surface.
    — Toni Sutton, Peoplemag, 16 Aug. 2023
  • If tape is on a box, make sure its adhesive sticks completely.
    — Marc Bona, cleveland, 2 Dec. 2021
  • Reviewers note that this reusable adhesive stays on long even after hours of wear.
    — Andrea Navarro, Glamour, 7 Mar. 2024
  • The adhesive bra kept its integrity throughout the entire testing period, and the adhesive never lost its stickiness, even after four weeks of wear.
    — Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 2 Feb. 2024
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adhesive

2 of 2 noun
  • You'll need a strong adhesive to attach the boards.
  • The housing is held in place with an adhesive on the back of the wearer’s arm.
    — Jenna Schnuer, Fortune Well, 24 Feb. 2023
  • The adhesive isn’t very sweat-proof and can move around when moisture seeps in.
    — Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 2 Feb. 2024
  • Peel away the backing on a magnetic sheet and press a paint chip to the adhesive.
    — Emily Vanschmus, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 May 2023
  • Next, using a ghost face template cut the eyes and mouth out of black adhesive felt and stick the pieces on the center of the poncho.
    — Irene Richardson, Country Living, 20 Oct. 2022
  • The card-size grip attaches to a phone or case with an adhesive.
    — Nicole Nguyen, WSJ, 27 Mar. 2022
  • Products like Goo Gone can help break down the adhesive.
    — Brittany Anas, House Beautiful, 29 Aug. 2023
  • To keep it in place, adhere the rosette to a punched circle using an adhesive.
    — Emily Vanschmus, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Nov. 2022
  • But older models can be a pain to work with due to their stronger adhesive.
    — Hunter Fenollol, Popular Mechanics, 26 July 2023
  • Then place a dowel through the center and secure the urns and pumpkins in place with adhesive.
    — Megan Boettcher, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 Oct. 2023
  • Once some of the film has been cut, the water solution or steam will be able to reach the adhesive and the paper will start to come loose.
    — Anna Kaufman, USA TODAY, 24 May 2023
  • My clue, of course—Addy’s sieve—is just a sneaky way of saying adhesive.
    — Erik Kain, Forbes, 26 Mar. 2022
  • Cons: May lift off after a few uses due to a worn adhesive.
    — India Roby, Women's Health, 28 Aug. 2023
  • The patches can be cut to size and the fast-drying adhesive will have you back on the water leak-free in a matter of minutes.
    — Mark Stock, Men's Health, 24 Aug. 2022
  • Pulling the fibers with the rounded side down decreased the surface area so the adhesive could easily slide off.
    — Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 19 July 2022
  • Using black adhesive felt cut out two circles for ghost eyes and place them on a white beanie or cap.
    — Irene Richardson, Country Living, 20 Oct. 2022
  • Scrape the area free of any leftover adhesive or thinset with a stiff putty knife.
    — Sal Vaglica, USA TODAY, 8 May 2022
  • Made of vinyl plastic with an acrylic adhesive, it’s designed to be applied to the inside of the window.
    — Belle Duchene, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 Oct. 2023
  • This easy-to-use adhesive was a little less messy than white, liquid glue.
    — Fox News, 27 Aug. 2022
  • These little cases come with 3M adhesive to stick to surfaces and keep track of all sorts of gear.
    — Antonio G. Di Benedetto, The Verge, 28 Aug. 2023
  • The Next Gen cars sit lower to the ground, enhancing the grip level of the cars and making the adhesive even more effective.
    — Cole Cusumano, The Arizona Republic, 13 Mar. 2022
  • To install these shelves, wipe your shower wall dry, remove the film to reveal the adhesive, and hold it firmly against the wall.
    — Rena Behar, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Sep. 2022
  • And some pore strips are really more like an adhesive that pulls out the extra gunk.
    — Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 21 July 2023
  • Let the shelf hang on the adhesive for 24 hours to bond completely with the shower wall before putting anything on it.
    — Heath Owens, Good Housekeeping, 28 July 2022
  • The excessive adhesive that oozed out of the joint was spread into what amounted to a fillet weld joint of epoxy.
    — Roy Berendsohn, Popular Mechanics, 4 Aug. 2023
  • These affordable nails have a strong adhesive that's easy to apply from the comfort of home.
    — Madison Yauger, PEOPLE.com, 8 July 2022
  • The strip is thin, with adhesive on the back, and looks much like many other smart light strips — especially the cheaper ones.
    — Christian De Looper, BGR, 22 Nov. 2022
  • The drawer comes with its own 3M adhesive, making the setup process simple and stress-free.
    — Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2021
  • Cons The adhesive doesn’t stay on very well during the application process.
    — Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 14 Mar. 2024
  • Use repositionable adhesive to place cut doily details around the eggs.
    — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 18 Mar. 2024

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