1
as in adherence
a physical sticking to as if by glue
discourages the use of photo albums that keep the pictures in place by adhesion to the pages
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as in allegiance
adherence to something to which one is bound by a pledge or duty
she has always shown steadfast adhesion to psychiatry's code of ethics
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Recent Examples of adhesion
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.
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Iman Balagam, Vogue, 15 Feb. 2025
Remarking on the turbulence of the current news-media environment, Scarborough urged an adhesion to journalistic integrity.
—Anna Kaufman, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
Another surgery in November removed some adhesions to make the hole finally close.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American-Statesman, 5 Aug. 2024
That experiment, plus a second round of tests, clearly demonstrated that backing does not increase adhesion relative to non-backing.
—Ars Technica, 2 Jan. 2025
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Iman Balagam, Vogue, 15 Feb. 2025
Remarking on the turbulence of the current news-media environment, Scarborough urged an adhesion to journalistic integrity.
—Anna Kaufman, USA TODAY, 13 Dec. 2024
Another surgery in November removed some adhesions to make the hole finally close.
—Nicole Villalpando, Austin American-Statesman, 5 Aug. 2024
That experiment, plus a second round of tests, clearly demonstrated that backing does not increase adhesion relative to non-backing.
—Ars Technica, 2 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for adhesion
Noun
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The new monitor’s report, made public Friday, heaped praise on the department’s consent decree adherence between July 1 – Dec. 31, 2024.—
Sam Charles,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Apr. 2025
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Just as political leaders are incentivized to prioritize performance over governance, business leaders must be wary of systems that reward visibility, short-term wins, or rigid adherence to outdated strategies.—
Nate Bennett,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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The Spaniard made the move after winning the 2023 Masters, which changed his thinking about switching allegiances.—
Kurt Badenhausen,
Sportico.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Across the nation more and more Hispanic—and to some extent Black voters—are switching allegiance the Republicans.—
Newsweek Staff,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Apr. 2025
Noun
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To simplify the cling wrap experience, start with the box.—
Cody Godwin,
USA TODAY,
24 Mar. 2025
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This assemblage stays stuck to the body using electric forces known as van der Waals interactions—the same forces that help geckoes cling cling to walls.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
16 Mar. 2015
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Strong connections drive loyalty, turning readers into advocates.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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My distrust of Trump is anchored in his track record of personally courting white supremacists and neo-Nazis, spreading conspiracy theories featuring antisemitic tropes, and insinuating that Jewish-Americans have dual loyalty.—
Ben Krull,
New York Daily News,
12 Apr. 2025
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Despite the health scare, Bobby V’s commitment to his fans remained unwavering.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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According to a recent Harvard Graduate School of Education report, admissions officers are increasingly drawn to applicants who demonstrate commitment to ethical engagement and societal improvement—exactly what teen social entrepreneurs often accomplish.—
Sarah Hernholm,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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This includes collaborative problem-solving, social bonding, mentoring, and creative exploration.—
Ryan Anderson,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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Contagious yawning, common in humans and other social animals, is thought to be linked to social bonding, empathy, and group coordination—but the evolutionary driver behind contagious peeing remains unclear.—
Popular Science Team,
Popular Science,
9 Apr. 2025
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That demands real action, dedication, and daily commitment.—
Hilary Tetenbaum,
USA Today,
9 Apr. 2025
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His father, an attorney of Irish immigrant descent, worked tirelessly while his mother managed their household of six children with the same dedication.—
Omaid Homayun,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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The first 20 years of my career were at Houston Methodist Hospital (HMH), and my devotion was to the practice of medicine, caring for the critically ill and provide lifesaving opportunity to those in need of cardiac transplantation.—
John W. Dean,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Apr. 2025
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But Frank's loyalty to the fans bred a reciprocal devotion that could turn dark.—
Ryan Coleman,
EW.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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“Adhesion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adhesion. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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