1
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
Consider investing in a set to create a cohesive look.
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Macie Stump, Southern Living, 17 Feb. 2025
Toggle on Apply palette to app icons for a more cohesive look, though this works only if an app supports the feature (most first-party apps do).
—Julian Chokkattu, WIRED, 13 Feb. 2025
This is a time when ideas come in flashes, messages arrive through synchronicities and thoughts feel more like waves than cohesive sentences.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 13 Feb. 2025
In the minority in both chambers, Democrats have struggled to form a cohesive defense as Trump and Musk scour the executive agencies for waste and override congressional funding decisions in the name of cost-cutting.
—Samantha-Jo Roth, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 12 Feb. 2025
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Macie Stump, Southern Living, 17 Feb. 2025
Toggle on Apply palette to app icons for a more cohesive look, though this works only if an app supports the feature (most first-party apps do).
—Julian Chokkattu, WIRED, 13 Feb. 2025
This is a time when ideas come in flashes, messages arrive through synchronicities and thoughts feel more like waves than cohesive sentences.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 13 Feb. 2025
In the minority in both chambers, Democrats have struggled to form a cohesive defense as Trump and Musk scour the executive agencies for waste and override congressional funding decisions in the name of cost-cutting.
—Samantha-Jo Roth, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 12 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cohesive
Adjective
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And no one offered a coherent explanation for why the cap is 15%.—
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
15 Feb. 2025
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Both pilots were pulled from the water and were coherent, according to Viets.—
Alexandra Koch,
Fox News,
13 Feb. 2025
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Framework All that could add up to a solid option for young students, particularly those who will appreciate a durable machine that can stand up to wear and tear in backpacks and bustling classrooms.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
26 Feb. 2025
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Loloi Lenna Area Rug Liven up high-traffic areas with this durable area rug from Magnolia Home by Joanna Gaines x Loloi.—
Ali Faccenda,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Earth signs are known to be practical, reliable, grounded, and patient.—
Maya Layne,
Vogue,
14 Feb. 2025
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Meanwhile, for time-sensitive shipments, Priam provides fast and reliable transport with priority handling through Air Freight solutions.—
William Mullane,
USA TODAY,
14 Feb. 2025
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“Cohesive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cohesive. Accessed 1 Mar. 2025.
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