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
This colour is applied using a Cerakote ceramic coating over titanium, chosen for its strong adhesion, thermal stability and resistance to wear.
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Matthew Catellier, Forbes.com, 29 July 2025
What to look for in a quality nonslip bath mat
Types of adhesion
As previously mentioned, most bath mats rely on suction cups to stick to the bottom of the tub.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 25 July 2025
Learning more could lead to the development of bio-inspired stable surfaces with tailored adhesion or friction levels or new high-performance glues, for instance.
—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
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Matthew Catellier, Forbes.com, 29 July 2025
What to look for in a quality nonslip bath mat
Types of adhesion
As previously mentioned, most bath mats rely on suction cups to stick to the bottom of the tub.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 25 July 2025
Learning more could lead to the development of bio-inspired stable surfaces with tailored adhesion or friction levels or new high-performance glues, for instance.
—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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for adhesion
Noun
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As early as March 4, 2020, the FBI opened an assessment of Hole for possible adherence to racially motivated violent extremism.—
Tony Cook,
IndyStar,
21 Oct. 2025
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Police added that no evidence of postmortem fractures were found on the remains, adding that forensic investigators found soil adherence and staining that suggest the remains may have been in the ground for over five decades.—
David Chiu,
PEOPLE,
17 Oct. 2025
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The glittering gastro gem shines brightly with resourceful chefs embracing a diverse array of culinary traditions, often eschewing allegiance to strictly Southern cooking.—
Nevin Martell,
USA Today,
7 Nov. 2025
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After all the tariffs, boycotts, and bruised egos, both countries have been left to reckon with lasting economic scars and shifting allegiances.—
Dave Gordon,
The Washington Examiner,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The sheet is placed in the dryer for softer clothes and less cling.—
Lauren David,
Southern Living,
22 Oct. 2025
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These sheets have a great cling to them.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
26 Sep. 2025
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And if that can happen to retail giants with decades of consumer goodwill, imagine the stakes for entertainment and cultural brands — where loyalty is fleeting, audiences are global and competition is relentless.—
Kimberly S. Reed,
Rolling Stone,
7 Nov. 2025
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Themes of love, loyalty and trust could also be tested under the weight of change.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
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Nothing will dampen your bonding time like being glued to a device.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
1 Nov. 2025
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Dogs’ favorite bonding activities include playing fetch, tug, or Frisbee.—
Maria Azzurra Volpe,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Oct. 2025
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None of these commitments have been honored.—
Kim Aris,
Time,
7 Nov. 2025
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The announcement includes a commitment from both companies to sell the starting dose of new oral GLP-1 drugs for about $150; the higher doses for Eli Lilly’s drug will be capped at $399.—
Nicholas Florko,
The Atlantic,
7 Nov. 2025
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Like these icons, his dedication to discreet luxury and signature precise craftsmanship deeply influenced his approach to design.—
Tonya Blazio-Licorish,
Footwear News,
3 Nov. 2025
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Show dedication and determination!—
Jessica Lynch,
Billboard,
2 Nov. 2025
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Mamdani’s focus on dignity, inclusion and equity captured the devotion of a plurality of Latino voters in New York.—
Newsweek Contributors,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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His music mixes reggaetón beats with the sounds of Puerto Rican history and everyday life, where devotion and defiance often live side by side.—
Ken Chitwood,
The Conversation,
5 Nov. 2025
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“Adhesion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adhesion. Accessed 10 Nov. 2025.
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