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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 using matching or coordinating frames throughout a hallway or room to create a cohesive look.
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Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Aug. 2025
That was a lot more manageable when the group was a cohesive unit.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 Aug. 2025
What’s needed is a way to integrate AI and legacy systems into one cohesive, end-to-end process.
—Jakob Freund, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025
This fostered trust and guaranteed a cohesive team upon reopening.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 15 Aug. 2025
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Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Aug. 2025
That was a lot more manageable when the group was a cohesive unit.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 Aug. 2025
What’s needed is a way to integrate AI and legacy systems into one cohesive, end-to-end process.
—Jakob Freund, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025
This fostered trust and guaranteed a cohesive team upon reopening.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 15 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for cohesive
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cohesive
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Under the current system, in which benefits are based on a worker’s contributions, the only coherent way to raise the revenue needed to close the remaining gap would be by increasing the payroll tax.—
Ben Ritz,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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The world no longer presents itself in coherent phrases.—
Alaa Alqaisi
August 13,
Literary Hub,
13 Aug. 2025
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The traction worked well on slippery surfaces, and the shoes were durable and held up well after multiple hikes, showing no signs of damage or fraying.—
Jackie Cucco,
Travel + Leisure,
23 Aug. 2025
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Still, many can also find a number of plastic model clear clipboards that are also fairly durable.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
22 Aug. 2025
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Virginia blends a rich history with today’s demand for fast, reliable internet.—
Roxanne Downer,
USA Today,
28 Aug. 2025
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Puerto Ricans deserve affordable, reliable power, and U.S. taxpayers deserve to know that recovery funds are being used to strengthen the grid rather than bankroll frivolous lawsuits.—
Dan Eberhart,
Forbes.com,
28 Aug. 2025
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“Cohesive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cohesive. Accessed 2 Sep. 2025.
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