adhere to
phrasal verb
adhered to; adhering to; adheres to
: to act in the way that is required by (something, such as a rule, belief, or promise)
They will adhere to the terms of the contract.
Certain standards must be adhered to by all members.
She adheres to a strict vegetarian diet.
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Many organizations have embraced hybrid models, allowing employees to contribute without adhering to a strict 9-to-5 schedule.
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Allbusiness, Forbes.com, 19 May 2025
Understanding the gravity of a red flag warning and adhering to these precautions is paramount in averting wildfires during these perilous conditions.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 18 May 2025
Unlike regular English, which adheres to conventional grammar, vocabulary, and syntax, Gen Alpha slang is characterized by its fluidity, brevity, and heavy reliance on digital culture.
—Marni Rose McFall, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 May 2025
The fact that the songs on Fancy That largely adhere to the length of a standard pop track was a happy accident—each one feels cleverly calibrated to hold your attention without overstaying its welcome.
—Liam Hess, Vogue, 14 May 2025
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Allbusiness, Forbes.com, 19 May 2025
Understanding the gravity of a red flag warning and adhering to these precautions is paramount in averting wildfires during these perilous conditions.
—Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 18 May 2025
Unlike regular English, which adheres to conventional grammar, vocabulary, and syntax, Gen Alpha slang is characterized by its fluidity, brevity, and heavy reliance on digital culture.
—Marni Rose McFall, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 May 2025
The fact that the songs on Fancy That largely adhere to the length of a standard pop track was a happy accident—each one feels cleverly calibrated to hold your attention without overstaying its welcome.
—Liam Hess, Vogue, 14 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for adhere to
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“Adhere to.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/adhere%20to. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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