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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
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.
—Becca Longmire, PEOPLE, 14 Apr. 2026
The researchers believe their crosslinking approach could also be applied to other silicone elastomers to improve durability, adhesion, and compatibility with additive manufacturing processes.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 6 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
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Yunyao Li, The Conversation, 27 Apr. 2026
The adhesions led to Felicity-Jo developing a bowel obstruction.
—Becca Longmire, PEOPLE, 14 Apr. 2026
The researchers believe their crosslinking approach could also be applied to other silicone elastomers to improve durability, adhesion, and compatibility with additive manufacturing processes.
—Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 6 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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for adhesion
Noun
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When medication becomes a financial burden, adherence drops, and preventable complications rise.—
Nicole F. Roberts,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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All loans are subject to individual approval and adherence to underwriting guidelines.—
Jasmin Suknanan,
CNBC,
9 June 2026
Noun
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Even allegiance to the nation might be a problem.—
Michael Kazin,
The Atlantic,
3 June 2026
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Generations of multiculturalism meant immigrants came to the country and brought allegiances to their place of birth with them.—
Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
2 June 2026
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In one of the most famous moments in movies, Kate Winslet’s Rose clings for dear life to a door in the frigid Atlantic Ocean as the Titanic sinks in April 1912.—
Sam Gillette,
PEOPLE,
28 May 2026
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What if a cling wrap could fight disease?—
Devika Rao,
TheWeek,
7 May 2026
Noun
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Both chains have loyalty clubs and discounts, including half-off tickets on some days.—
Roxana Popescu,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 June 2026
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Plus, members can unlock perks like gas savings and loyalty rewards along the way.—
Kayla Rivera,
AJC.com,
9 June 2026
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An amendment made during Wednesday’s Finance Committee meeting would prohibit the city from bonding against future tax increment revenue without the buy-in of either the Fulton County Commission or Atlanta’s school board.—
Shaddi Abusaid,
AJC.com,
11 June 2026
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Mitchell pitched his vision to the council last month in a late-night email and PowerPoint that promised a spouses day at city hall, team bonding events at sports events, monthly TV shows and new vice chair positions on the five council committees.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
11 June 2026
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In Cawker City, population 465, the twine ball is a symbol of community—a collective commitment to the bit.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
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Arlington Lamar standout three-star class of 2027 linebacker Braylon Williams announced his commitment to SMU Saturday.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
6 June 2026
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Gang says the plaque's dedication, though a tough reminder, makes this celebration even more special.—
Christa Swanson,
CBS News,
8 June 2026
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The leaders who eat at their desks aren’t modeling dedication.—
William Jones
June 8,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 June 2026
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The church service, part of the bishops’ spring assembly meeting in Orlando, Florida, draws from a mainstream, centuries-old Catholic devotion that focuses on Jesus’ sacrificial love for humanity.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
10 June 2026
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Lund said this came from Skarsgård being so heavily involved and stressed it is driven by his passion and devotion to the character and iconic source material.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
10 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Adhesion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adhesion. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.
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