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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2
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
Gorges has also been studying the seeds' cellulose nano fibers, which—depending on the level of hydration—can exhibit either high or low friction or adhesion.
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ArsTechnica, 8 July 2025
The researchers found that sound expanded the size of the sites where cells attached to surrounding tissues, most likely by activating an enzyme called focal adhesion kinase (FAK), which senses mechanical forces and helps to guide tissue development.
—Simon Makin, Scientific American, 30 June 2025
Contracts of adhesion are sometimes seen as oppressive, especially in the consumer context, but courts often regard them as enforceable.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 20 May 2025
Surgery — like the type Paige-Angulo had — may be needed to remove the tissue and adhesions, which are fibrous bands that connect organs that would otherwise be separate, the National Library of Medicine explains.
—Cara Lynn Shultz, People.com, 5 Mar. 2025
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ArsTechnica, 8 July 2025
The researchers found that sound expanded the size of the sites where cells attached to surrounding tissues, most likely by activating an enzyme called focal adhesion kinase (FAK), which senses mechanical forces and helps to guide tissue development.
—Simon Makin, Scientific American, 30 June 2025
Contracts of adhesion are sometimes seen as oppressive, especially in the consumer context, but courts often regard them as enforceable.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 20 May 2025
Surgery — like the type Paige-Angulo had — may be needed to remove the tissue and adhesions, which are fibrous bands that connect organs that would otherwise be separate, the National Library of Medicine explains.
—Cara Lynn Shultz, People.com, 5 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for adhesion
Noun
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Labor In a section of the report focused on workers’ rights and safety, the NCP reiterates its gripes about lack of supplier audit documentation and adherence to local law rather than international standards.—
Meghan Hall,
Sourcing Journal,
1 Oct. 2025
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When Seedance and Seedream came out, his team conducted internal testing to compare their prompt adherence, image quality, speed, and cost to American competitors.—
Andrew R. Chow,
Time,
1 Oct. 2025
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Rebecca Lowe, who anchors the Premier League Mornings desk show at halftime and between match kickoff windows, emphasized the event’s ability to pull people behind a singular interest — Premier League soccer — even if the fans’ team allegiances varied.—
Daniel Sperry,
Kansas City Star,
20 Sep. 2025
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But Colbert insisted that viewers take their allegiance to the former Apprentice host a step further.—
Emlyn Travis,
Entertainment Weekly,
19 Sep. 2025
Noun
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These sheets have a great cling to them.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
26 Sep. 2025
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Cook over medium heat until sauce clings to pasta, tossing frequently with tongs, about 2 minutes (pasta will be very saucy).—
Ann Taylor Pittman,
Southern Living,
24 Sep. 2025
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Alma is torn between her loyalty to Hank and believing Maggie, all while her own dark secrets threaten to bubble to the surface.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
26 Sep. 2025
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But most of the stakeholders in the TikTok investment group are business leaders who have shown sustained loyalty to the president, which makes the deal look like a reward for fealty, Tofel says.—
Bobby Allyn,
NPR,
26 Sep. 2025
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Thank you for your commitment to quality local journalism.—
Dave Boucher,
Freep.com,
26 Sep. 2025
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Do your best to honor that monthly commitment.—
Harriette Cole,
Mercury News,
26 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The result of skilled labor, universities, banks and existing industry bonding together becomes clear in many ways, including, of course, a top layer of entrepreneurs and capitalists owning and deploying billions of Swiss Francs.—
Peter Vanham,
Fortune,
2 Oct. 2025
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Additional revelations hint of Kiri's evolving powers, the menacing Quaritch bonding with Varang to help defeat the Na'vi, a spectacular air/sea clash between the Ash People, the RDA, and the Na’vi, and Spider threatening to kill someone offscreen.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
1 Oct. 2025
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Eve Lom’s dedication to meaningful connection is exemplified through its partnership with the renowned actress Li Qin.—
Footwear News,
Footwear News,
29 Sep. 2025
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His dedication goes beyond athletics, Alec is known for being friendly, encouraging, and supportive of all students and their interests.—
Gabrielle Chenault,
Nashville Tennessean,
29 Sep. 2025
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Amorim may turn the rising tide; a Premier League wins list which only includes six of the current top-flight teams may quickly expand; a playing system currently receiving devotion without much sign of deserving it may soon bear fruit.—
Chris Weatherspoon,
New York Times,
1 Oct. 2025
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She was asked to write about her devotion to Jesus, and her works were published after her death.—
Natalie Davies,
Freep.com,
1 Oct. 2025
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“Adhesion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adhesion. Accessed 2 Oct. 2025.
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