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as in coherent
having the parts agreeably related
His argument was both cohesive and persuasive. The album is cohesive from beginning to end.
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as in durable
marked by the ability to withstand stress without structural damage or distortion
They prefer to sculpt with clay because of its cohesive properties.
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Recent Examples of cohesive
The concern was how that talent was being used — and whether the Knicks could truly reach the next level without a more cohesive offensive identity.
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Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 3 June 2025
Hope for a more cohesive approach comes with the addition of Malique Ewin, assuming the Florida State transfer gets used correctly.
—Cj Moore, New York Times, 2 June 2025
The full-service firm works with clients on projects of all sizes, including large renovations and new constructions, and guides each project from start to finish, ensuring a cohesive look throughout the entire home.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 29 May 2025
This contrasts sharply with other competitors' more fragmented solutions, underscoring Microsoft's advantage of cohesive AI governance.
—Janakiram Msv, Forbes.com, 22 May 2025
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Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 3 June 2025
Hope for a more cohesive approach comes with the addition of Malique Ewin, assuming the Florida State transfer gets used correctly.
—Cj Moore, New York Times, 2 June 2025
The full-service firm works with clients on projects of all sizes, including large renovations and new constructions, and guides each project from start to finish, ensuring a cohesive look throughout the entire home.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 29 May 2025
This contrasts sharply with other competitors' more fragmented solutions, underscoring Microsoft's advantage of cohesive AI governance.
—Janakiram Msv, Forbes.com, 22 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cohesive
Adjective
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Create a coherent narrative showing your evolution.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
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During generation, Veo 3 starts with random noise and a text prompt, then iteratively refines that noise into a coherent video that matches the description.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
29 May 2025
Adjective
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The measure has proven durable because its benefits were tangible, and voters seldom surrender benefits.—
Philip Elliott,
Time,
2 June 2025
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Still, clean investment activity accounted for just under 5% of overall private investment in structures, equipment, and durable consumer goods in the first quarter.—
Alan Ohnsman,
Forbes.com,
2 June 2025
Adjective
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Lightweight, quick-drying, and trail-tough, these pants have been a reliable companion for hiking and travel.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
4 June 2025
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Its toll is seen as generally reliable by U.N. agencies and independent experts, though Israel has challenged its numbers.—
Wafaa Shurafa,
Los Angeles Times,
4 June 2025
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“Cohesive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cohesive. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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