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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
Strang Design brings architecture, interior design, and landscape design services together under one roof, resulting in homes that feel cohesive, inside and out.
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Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 7 July 2025
There appeared to be no cohesive beauty look at Michael Rider's debut Celine show.
—Vogue, 6 July 2025
An artist for more than 30 years, Moore knew how to combine old and new furnishings, artwork, and other artifacts to create a cohesive look.
—Lennie Omalza, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025
Traffic on the roads, a lack of cohesive sidewalk networks, disconnected neighborhood grids and strained water, sewer and utility systems are all major concerns for residents and city planners alike.
—Austin Hornbostel, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
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Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 7 July 2025
There appeared to be no cohesive beauty look at Michael Rider's debut Celine show.
—Vogue, 6 July 2025
An artist for more than 30 years, Moore knew how to combine old and new furnishings, artwork, and other artifacts to create a cohesive look.
—Lennie Omalza, The Courier-Journal, 2 July 2025
Traffic on the roads, a lack of cohesive sidewalk networks, disconnected neighborhood grids and strained water, sewer and utility systems are all major concerns for residents and city planners alike.
—Austin Hornbostel, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cohesive
Adjective
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Additionally, the Saudi Gazette reported that the minister emphasized Riyadh is following a consistent and coherent approach that balances vision and transition implementation.—
Gaurav Sharma,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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With more than 1 billion people now living with obesity, effective therapies available but out of reach for many, and no coherent or ethical way to prioritize care and limited resources, an objective clinical diagnosis of obesity was more urgent than ever.—
Francesco Rubino,
Time,
9 July 2025
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This is the durable titanium version, available at a nice 20 percent price break.—
Simon Hill,
Wired News,
8 July 2025
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Norrie, once again, has proved the most durable and outlasted them all.—
Charlie Eccleshare,
New York Times,
8 July 2025
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But Amazon representatives insist drone deliveries are not only fast and reliable but safe, too.—
Russ Wiles,
AZCentral.com,
10 July 2025
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The outsoles are made with reliable rubber treads to provide vital traction on slick city streets and beyond, and the sleek leather exteriors will remain in pristine shape even if you get caught in an unexpected rainstorm.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
10 July 2025
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“Cohesive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cohesive. Accessed 17 Jul. 2025.
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