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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 pieces are cleaned thoroughly to remove any oils that would interfere with adhesion.
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Kansas City Star,
14 May 2026
Wet clothes stick to your body and water spreads across the fabric because water molecules are strongly attracted to other molecules, a chemical property called adhesion.
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Yunyao Li,
The Conversation,
27 Apr. 2026
The adhesions led to Felicity-Jo developing a bowel obstruction.
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Becca Longmire,
PEOPLE,
14 Apr. 2026
Previous research identified a problem protein, focal adhesion kinase, in several high-grade cases of ovarian cancer.
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Noah Lyons,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Apr. 2026
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Kansas City Star,
14 May 2026
Wet clothes stick to your body and water spreads across the fabric because water molecules are strongly attracted to other molecules, a chemical property called adhesion.
—
Yunyao Li,
The Conversation,
27 Apr. 2026
The adhesions led to Felicity-Jo developing a bowel obstruction.
—
Becca Longmire,
PEOPLE,
14 Apr. 2026
Previous research identified a problem protein, focal adhesion kinase, in several high-grade cases of ovarian cancer.
—
Noah Lyons,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for adhesion
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adhesion
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However, there is plenty of uncertainty surrounding adherence to the MoU, with the Wall Street Journal reporting Thursday that Iran expects to reel in $40 billion per year as part of a mechanism to impose tolls.
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Disappearing Japandi slats and minimal, low-to-the-ground frames were the prevailing bedroom fixtures, with an almost prescriptive adherence to the same overall look—white percale sheets, Noguchi lanterns, and midcentury alarm clocks.
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Beginning on that day, Mercury invites everyone - creators, agencies, executives, and follow networks - to pledge their allegiance to Independent Podcasters Day via their website.
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Gabriel Zakuani, the former Peterborough United defender who made 29 appearances for DR Congo in the previous decade, played an important role in convincing Wan-Bissaka to switch international allegiance.
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The smell of brats clings to the air like SPF 50 on a sunburned uncle.
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When perspiration cannot evaporate in humid air, moisture clings to the skin and body temperature climbs rapidly, according to the Mayo Clinic.
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When the Gold Cloaks march into the palace and proclaim their new loyalties, Rickard’s men defy him by laying down their swords, too.
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This column first addressed an employee’s duty of loyalty nine years ago, almost to the day.
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Wood Fire Pits A night around the fire pit is great for family bonding.
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There are endless opportunities for entertainment and bonding activities, including kayaking, dancing, arts and crafts, and spa treatments for all ages.
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Buying a house felt like a commitment to building a future in a community that welcomed us.
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Stone maintained his commitment to the fair treatment of Chesterton and Porter.
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Some attendees spent months creating their costumes, sewing patterns and 3D-printing props just to attend the convention, and that dedication was shared by many at Charlotte Big Anime.
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Even by these standards, some Costco fans’ dedication is next level.
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Courtesy of Judice & Araujo That encounter helped awaken his lifelong devotion to plants.
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This devotion to excellence has paved the way for EltaMD’s recognition by the likes of Hailey Bieber, Sydney Sweeney, Kendall Jenner, Drew Barrymore, and Gwyneth Paltrow.
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“Adhesion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adhesion. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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