as in adhesion
a physical sticking to as if by glue
this epoxy has good bonding for glass and ceramics
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as in communing
to form a close personal relationship
a man attempting to bond with his new and mistrustful stepson
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Recent Examples of bonding
Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025
Once a year at Vanderbilt University, current and former tight ends gather for three days of bonding, collaboration and learning from one another.
—Christie D’zurilla, Los Angeles Times, 25 June 2025
The actor dives into bonding with Michelle Williams and doing physical comedy with Jenny Slate, and shares his hopes for Neighbor Guy after his time with Molly.
—Alamin Yohannes, EW.com, 21 June 2025
Another major part of Black identity is generational bonding.
—Danielle Broadway, Parents, 18 June 2025
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Noun
There’s a difference between being open and emotionally dumping in the name of bonding.
—Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025
Once a year at Vanderbilt University, current and former tight ends gather for three days of bonding, collaboration and learning from one another.
—Christie D’zurilla, Los Angeles Times, 25 June 2025
The actor dives into bonding with Michelle Williams and doing physical comedy with Jenny Slate, and shares his hopes for Neighbor Guy after his time with Molly.
—Alamin Yohannes, EW.com, 21 June 2025
Another major part of Black identity is generational bonding.
—Danielle Broadway, Parents, 18 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bonding
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Gorges has also been studying the seeds' cellulose nano fibers, which—depending on the level of hydration—can exhibit either high or low friction or adhesion.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
8 July 2025
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Many of the affected genes have roles in key processes such as cell adhesion and migration, which are known to respond to mechanical forces.—
Simon Makin,
Scientific American,
30 June 2025
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Parents may get up to three of the clings at their local police station.—
Doug Ross,
Chicago Tribune,
7 July 2025
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Aluminum Foil Sheets The Dollar Tree sells aluminum foil, parchment paper, and plastic cling wrap, but my favorite kitchen item is their pre-cut aluminum foil sheets.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
7 June 2025
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Solution: Compliance software ensures adherence to trade rules.—
Eric Youngstrom,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
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Yet experts say the persistent steps to raise output are part of long-term efforts to crowd out US shale companies as well as to maintain adherence to national quotas within the grouping, all while addressing US President Donald Trump’s calls for lower oil prices.—
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semafor.com,
7 July 2025
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“Bonding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bonding. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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