as in adhesion
a physical sticking to as if by glue
for certain types of materials that plastic wrap has very little cling
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Recent Examples of cling
Pam Lolley, Southern Living, 6 Dec. 2024
There is no drug that could equal the intoxicating power in the cling of a white undershirt or the angle of a throat straining for a kiss.
—Katie Walsh, Los Angeles Times, 27 Nov. 2024
Darren Sabedra, The Mercury News, 23 Feb. 2025
Studies suggest that older people — who collectively lose over $28 billion to scams each year — are more likely to cling to initial impressions of trustworthiness, even when later behavior puts that trustworthiness into question.
—Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 22 Feb. 2025
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Noun
The warmth really helps the powdered sugar cling to cookies.
—Pam Lolley, Southern Living, 6 Dec. 2024
There is no drug that could equal the intoxicating power in the cling of a white undershirt or the angle of a throat straining for a kiss.
—Katie Walsh, Los Angeles Times, 27 Nov. 2024
Verb
The game was close throughout, with Piedmont clinging to a 55-51 lead heading to the fourth quarter.
—Darren Sabedra, The Mercury News, 23 Feb. 2025
Studies suggest that older people — who collectively lose over $28 billion to scams each year — are more likely to cling to initial impressions of trustworthiness, even when later behavior puts that trustworthiness into question.
—Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 22 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cling
Noun
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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
Verb
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The story is told in the third person but adheres very closely to Paul’s perspective.—
Deborah Treisman,
The New Yorker,
2 Mar. 2025
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Sprinkle Filling evenly over Dough rectangle, pressing gently to adhere, leaving a 1-inch border on both long sides.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
1 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Veo 2 appears to be winning the battle for prompt adherence—the ability to faithfully translate textual descriptions into corresponding visuals.—
Moin Roberts-Islam,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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This lack of adherence to existing legislation highlights the inefficiencies within Maryland’s licensing system.—
Charles E. Sydnor,
Baltimore Sun,
18 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Vivienne appeared to be having fun with her friend, as she was pictured laughing and sticking her tongue out.—
Effie Orfanides,
Newsweek,
1 Mar. 2025
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That means taking off your shoe and sock and checking for any sign of injury such as any tenderness, swelling, bruising, deformity, laceration or bones sticking through the skin.—
Bruce Y. Lee,
Forbes,
1 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Many fundamental aspects of teamwork—such as spontaneous collaboration, real-time feedback and informal bonding—are harder to cultivate in a virtual environment.—
Daria Rudnik,
Forbes,
25 Feb. 2025
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Anyway, Anthony Hopkins plays an old man with a mysterious power bonding with a preteen boy, played warmly by the late Anton Yelchin.—
Tim Grierson,
Vulture,
21 Feb. 2025
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“Cling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cling. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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