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peel-and-stick

American  
[peel-uhn-stik] / ˈpil ənˈstɪk /

adjective

  1. ready to be applied after peeling off the backing to expose an adhesive surface.

    peel-and-stick labels.


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It came in a rigid plastic triangle sealed with peel-and-stick film—a transparent reliquary for something nobody revered.

From Salon ● Jul. 30, 2026

Brown in her dining room, where she installed peel-and-stick wallpaper to make a statement.

From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 4, 2025

I’m sure you’ve had tape or peel-and-stick wallpaper fail.

From Seattle Times ● May 20, 2024

It’s large enough to take the place of a real tree, and the peel-and-stick feature lets you lift it off the wall easily when the season’s over.

From Washington Times ● Dec. 6, 2023

Insights from design pros, including the problem with darker colors, why you shouldn’t fear paste, and why peel-and-stick wallpaper isn't always easier.

From Washington Post

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