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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In contrast, law students showed much less influence from sympathy and stronger adherence to precedent.—
Lars Daniel,
Forbes,
20 Mar. 2025
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So, unlike the more structured approach of the DASH diet, the Mediterranean eating plan is more flexible and enjoyable for long-term adherence.—
Sohaib Imtiaz,
Verywell Health,
20 Mar. 2025
Noun
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He’s left with Chrissy and Mitch, who have little allegiance to him.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
26 Mar. 2025
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Unlike many others in Indiana who rooted for in-state schools Indiana, Purdue or Notre Dame, Smith didn’t have an allegiance to one program.—
Tim Casey,
Forbes,
25 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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Indeed, this year could mark the birth of a new regional order, one that dismisses the all-too-realist geopolitical contests of the past and clings, instead, to sectarianism.—
Bassel F. Salloukh,
Foreign Affairs,
14 July 2014
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Customers can gain betting bonuses and discounts through this loyalty program.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
22 Mar. 2025
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And always sign up for free hotel loyalty programs to get additional perks.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
22 Mar. 2025
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Even while boards are voting against anti-DEI polices this quarter, the stakes of losing FCC approval for its merger with Skydance appear to outweigh any commitments to DEI.—
Doug Melville,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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Their strong commitment to creating content that resonates with audiences mirrors our own mission.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
27 Mar. 2025
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Isn't the point of ritual sacrifice for it to be performed in front of adherents to the religion as a twisted bonding experience and proof of faith in the higher power?—
Eliana Dockterman,
TIME,
21 Mar. 2025
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For Jaclyn, Laurie and Kate, their trip to The White Lotus is all about female bonding… but some of those bonds are about to break.—
Dave Nemetz,
TVLine,
19 Mar. 2025
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Not just for the exceptional wines, but for these supremely authentic interactions that are born from an unfailing dedication to the land.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
29 Mar. 2025
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Erivo closed her speech with a powerful dedication to those feeling lost and uncertain in their journeys.—
Dominique Fluker,
Essence,
28 Mar. 2025
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Toni Kroos’ devotion to his Adidas Adipure 11s is a legend.—
Megan Feringa,
New York Times,
27 Mar. 2025
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His mother’s devotion to Joyner’s show, which ended in 2019, made an impression on Charlamagne.—
Cynthia Littleton,
Variety,
25 Mar. 2025
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“Adhesion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adhesion. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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