adhesive

Example Sentences

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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 • Mar. 13, 2026

"Hair has an adhesive quality and the ability to capture certain contaminants," says Mattia Carenini, Global Hubs Director at Matter of Trust.

From Barron's • Feb. 17, 2026

"I use adhesive strips to stick everything - this ensures I get my deposit back."

From BBC • Feb. 15, 2026

Sonny Angels Hippers, which sell for $13.75, are adhesive and designed to attach to the back of a cellphone.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 3, 2025

Brother Jack said, looking at the cross of adhesive on the black skin.

From "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison