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
Natalia Winkelman, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2025
And then watching how these characters and shows go beyond just what the original filmmaking process is — the communities that have been created from them, the bonding experiences, the different fan fiction and art.
—Max Gao, Variety, 7 Feb. 2025
After the bonding experience of the arrival blessing ceremony, the business of filming was more siloed, with most scenes taking place within the separate traveling parties at the hotel.
—Charlie Campbell, TIME, 24 Jan. 2025
During this bonding, there's a montage of the two playing chess, à la Taylor-Joy's Netflix hit series The Queen's Gambit.
—Lauren Huff, EW.com, 14 Feb. 2025
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Noun
So, when Paddington learns that Lucy is in trouble, Mrs. Brown jumps at the opportunity for some vacation bonding and ushers her family into a Peruvian rescue mission.
—Natalia Winkelman, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2025
And then watching how these characters and shows go beyond just what the original filmmaking process is — the communities that have been created from them, the bonding experiences, the different fan fiction and art.
—Max Gao, Variety, 7 Feb. 2025
After the bonding experience of the arrival blessing ceremony, the business of filming was more siloed, with most scenes taking place within the separate traveling parties at the hotel.
—Charlie Campbell, TIME, 24 Jan. 2025
During this bonding, there's a montage of the two playing chess, à la Taylor-Joy's Netflix hit series The Queen's Gambit.
—Lauren Huff, EW.com, 14 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bonding
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The only definitive diagnostic method is laparoscopy, during which lesions can be removed and the disease staged based on the depth, location, and type of adhesions.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
15 Feb. 2025
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Compared to base coats, which create a smooth, protective layer for polish, nail primers are the secret to making gel, acrylics, or dip nails last longer by boosting adhesion and preventing lifting.—
Iman Balagam,
Vogue,
15 Feb. 2025
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Something stretchy like nylon or cling wrap would be much better.—
Patrick Mercier,
IEEE Spectrum,
18 June 2020
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Beneath the ocean’s surface, abalone cling to the seabed with a strong, foot-like appendage and dwell in radiant shells to stay safe from predators.—
Grant Stringer,
The Mercury News,
3 Feb. 2025
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This encourages adherence to your management practices and strengthens brand trust.—
Richard Lindhorn,
Forbes,
19 Feb. 2025
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The National Science Foundation — an independent federal agency that funds scientific research around the globe — has fired 168 probationary employees in adherence to orders from the White House, according to an agency spokesperson.—
Kate Gibson,
CBS News,
18 Feb. 2025
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“Bonding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bonding. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.
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