For example, the larger contact surface of «social smokers» appears to facilitate more opportunities to gather with other smokers [49]. (journals.plos.org)
Or, in other words: wide wheels for a large contact surface — and excellent driving dynamics as a result. (porsche.com)
But that still left the question, how does the glue contact the surface in the first place if it is already covered with water? (sciencedaily.com)