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
Octopus tentacles have remarkably strong suckers with an adhesion power that could be an asset to soft robots that need to pick things up and hold onto them.
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ArsTechnica, 28 June 2025
The researchers tested the device’s long-term adhesion and electrical performance and compared it to the current, standard EEG using multiple electrodes.
—New Atlas, 5 May 2025
This model was printed at the 10-micron setting with a 2-second layer exposure and a 100-second bottom layer time to ensure a good first layer adhesion.
—PC Magazine, 8 June 2025
This scientific relevance has shown that when present in the right form and concentration, PAC from cranberry juice extract is one of the best forms not just of minimizing adhesion of current bacteria but of preventing future adhesion, as well.
—Rhiannon Frater, USA Today, 3 June 2025
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ArsTechnica, 28 June 2025
The researchers tested the device’s long-term adhesion and electrical performance and compared it to the current, standard EEG using multiple electrodes.
—New Atlas, 5 May 2025
This model was printed at the 10-micron setting with a 2-second layer exposure and a 100-second bottom layer time to ensure a good first layer adhesion.
—PC Magazine, 8 June 2025
This scientific relevance has shown that when present in the right form and concentration, PAC from cranberry juice extract is one of the best forms not just of minimizing adhesion of current bacteria but of preventing future adhesion, as well.
—Rhiannon Frater, USA Today, 3 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for adhesion
Noun
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Ninety-day mail order can boost adherence and cut abandonment rates by nearly 40%.—
John Samuels,
Forbes.com,
12 Aug. 2025
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Other projects demand a mash-up of genres to heighten rhythm, deepen thematic concerns, or reflect a character’s obsessions in a way that a strict adherence to one genre can’t.—
Matthew Clark Davison,
Literary Hub,
25 July 2025
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Our allegiance to the song and to the fans is bigger than our fear of anything outside of that.—
Mackenzie Cummings-Grady,
Billboard,
7 Aug. 2025
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Win McNamee—Getty Images Blackburn’s allegiance to Trump As mentioned, the MAGA Republican has a strong connection to the President and served on the executive committee of his transition team during his first presidential term.—
Solcyré Burga,
Time,
6 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Parents may get up to three of the clings at their local police station.—
Doug Ross,
Chicago Tribune,
7 July 2025
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Aluminum Foil Sheets The Dollar Tree sells aluminum foil, parchment paper, and plastic cling wrap, but my favorite kitchen item is their pre-cut aluminum foil sheets.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
7 June 2025
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This phase of the series illustrates the intricate psychological tactics used in espionage, where family bonds and loyalty become tools for manipulation and control.—
Isabella Wandermurem,
Time,
13 Aug. 2025
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Feeling profoundly betrayed and abandoned by David, Rebecca’s loyalty lies with the vicious and conniving Juno, the only family she’s known for the last decade.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
13 Aug. 2025
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What’s more, a commitment to trust should be embedded across all facets of business strategy.—
Sally Percy,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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The event also marked the renewal of Martell’s partnership with global star Davido, further underscoring the brand’s long-term commitment to Afrobeats.—
Nkosiyati Khumalo,
Billboard,
6 Aug. 2025
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Kansas lawmakers passed a supercharged bonding plan, with a June 30 deadline attached, as an attempt to lure both the Royals and the Chiefs across the state line.—
Taylor O'Connor,
Kansas City Star,
13 Aug. 2025
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Most adhesives can’t stick to wet surfaces because water and other fluids disrupt the adhesive’s bonding mechanisms.—
Jacek Krywko,
ArsTechnica,
9 Aug. 2025
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Her dedication to producing tangible improvements in the realm of social justice is evidenced by her previous positions, most recently as the director of the center for social justice at the Urban League of Southwestern Ohio.—
Grace Tucker,
The Enquirer,
7 Aug. 2025
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One of the biggest reasons why both SET and Parke have cemented themselves as must-have brands is their dedication to fostering their communities.—
Sarah Boyd,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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The Duke proved his devotion to Gladys by suggesting that Lady Sarah find her own place to live.—
Andy Swift,
TVLine,
3 Aug. 2025
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Carpenter is building a direct-to-fan ecosystem by turning decades of fan devotion into something interactive, intimate and entirely her own.—
Justin Conklin,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Adhesion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adhesion. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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