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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
This feature is often the missing puzzle piece for a cohesive exterior design.
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Shagun Khare, Martha Stewart, 10 May 2026
When properly permitted and architecturally cohesive, ADUs offer both immediate utility and long-term appreciation.
—Zakkiyyah Terrell White, USA Today, 8 May 2026
Decisions are made one at a time, rather than as part of a cohesive strategy.
—Sandra Richards, Rolling Stone, 8 May 2026
During the interwar years, several tacticians and historians became advocates for the new style of fighting that emphasized mobility, mechanization, and cohesive operations.
—Matthew S Williams, Interesting Engineering, 7 May 2026
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Shagun Khare, Martha Stewart, 10 May 2026
When properly permitted and architecturally cohesive, ADUs offer both immediate utility and long-term appreciation.
—Zakkiyyah Terrell White, USA Today, 8 May 2026
Decisions are made one at a time, rather than as part of a cohesive strategy.
—Sandra Richards, Rolling Stone, 8 May 2026
During the interwar years, several tacticians and historians became advocates for the new style of fighting that emphasized mobility, mechanization, and cohesive operations.
—Matthew S Williams, Interesting Engineering, 7 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for cohesive
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cohesive
Adjective
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From the outside, her life looked coherent.—
Lyssanoel Frater,
USA Today,
13 May 2026
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Without a coherent federal framework, patients in underserved areas will keep waiting for care that AI could safely deliver, while states cycle through ad hoc deployments and predictable backlash.—
Alon Bergman,
STAT,
11 May 2026
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The sturdy, durable case offers a water-resistant fabric, which is great for accidental coffee spills amid the airport security line.—
Sarah DiMuro,
PEOPLE,
14 May 2026
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Best cold press juicers over $200 This is a highly durable powerhouse of a juicer that could last for decades.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
13 May 2026
Adjective
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Even recognizing one or two reliable triggers—like tight clothing, prolonged sitting or hot weather—can help guide meaningful adjustments.—
Lauryn Higgins,
Flow Space,
11 May 2026
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The dogs provide rangers with a reliable way to etch trails, haul supplies and even assist park scientists with snow-dependent research.—
K. R. Callaway,
Scientific American,
11 May 2026
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“Cohesive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cohesive. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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