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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
The detachment may result from a combination of inconsistent usage of hand rollers to ensurecomplete adhesion of the part and the use of foam blocks on the attachment side, which decreased assembly consistency.
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James Powel, USA Today, 8 Dec. 2025
While the first layer is going down, the H2S is monitoring the filament coming out of the extruder and automatically adjusting things like pressure advance to get an ideal adhesion.
—PC Magazine, 22 Nov. 2025
Proteomic analysis found 601 proteins in FOOD, including those involved in cell structure and adhesion (actin, tubulin, vinculin, and integrins).
—New Atlas, 16 Oct. 2025
The most expensive bath mats will cost more than $20 and offer the most adhesion for the price.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 25 July 2025
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James Powel, USA Today, 8 Dec. 2025
While the first layer is going down, the H2S is monitoring the filament coming out of the extruder and automatically adjusting things like pressure advance to get an ideal adhesion.
—PC Magazine, 22 Nov. 2025
Proteomic analysis found 601 proteins in FOOD, including those involved in cell structure and adhesion (actin, tubulin, vinculin, and integrins).
—New Atlas, 16 Oct. 2025
The most expensive bath mats will cost more than $20 and offer the most adhesion for the price.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 25 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for adhesion
Noun
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The investigation will examine the vehicle's behavior in school zones and its adherence to speed limits.—
Keith Laing,
USA Today,
29 Jan. 2026
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Comments are moderated for adherence to our Community Guidelines.—
Manuel Mendoza,
Dallas Morning News,
29 Jan. 2026
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Business big and small have closed their doors Friday and even production on Grey’s Anatomy has closed down in allegiance.—
Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
30 Jan. 2026
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After a relatively quiet beginning to the year sitting alone in her tower, just honing her powers — and yes, dancing the night away at the Grammys and making her second Super Bowl appearance — Taylor Swift called upon us to pledge allegiance to her hands, her team and her vibes in 2025.—
Denise Warner,
Billboard,
29 Jan. 2026
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Create banners, bumper stickers, pictures, decals and window clings with the library's vinyl printer and cutter.—
Kaycee Sloan,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
21 Jan. 2026
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When peeling poblanos, don’t worry if some skin clings; as long as most is removed, the peppers will be tender.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
3 Jan. 2026
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Kim Jee-woon’s A Bittersweet Life (2005) drew on the cool aesthetics of Jean-Pierre Melville’s gangster films while examining specifically Korean concepts of loyalty and social hierarchy.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
29 Jan. 2026
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Just like the zodiac, every Bridgerton character embodies a distinct persona, from bold passion and quiet devotion to intellectual chemistry and soul-level loyalty.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
28 Jan. 2026
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These forces provide enough strength to keep the structures mechanically stable without chemical bonding.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Jan. 2026
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For Tatum, a little bonding session went a long way.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
28 Jan. 2026
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Similarly, the leadership of Colleen Burton, Chair of the Senate Health Policy Committee, is noteworthy, as her work on SB 1480 reflects a strong commitment to preserving access to care in Florida’s most underserved communities.—
José Sosa-Palacios,
The Orlando Sentinel,
31 Jan. 2026
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Ballot budgeting The second complicating factor in California’s budget process is the amount of money tied up in spending commitments over which policymakers have little discretion.—
Lanhee J. Chen,
Mercury News,
31 Jan. 2026
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Fortunately, Rushdie’s beloved wife, fellow writer and multidisciplinary artist Rachel Eliza Griffiths, was on hand with a fierce dedication and a new camera.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
26 Jan. 2026
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Harp said Keane’s dedication to her role was unmatched.—
Keith M. Phaneuf,
Hartford Courant,
26 Jan. 2026
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That zeal, her daughter explains, also defined the way Ladd led her life away from the cameras — and fueled her devotion to Beyond the Scars.—
Bailey Richards,
PEOPLE,
28 Jan. 2026
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Their sense of duty and devotion to the Crown never faltered, although Philip found his role frustrating, especially in the early years.—
Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa,
FOXNews.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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“Adhesion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adhesion. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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