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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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Comments are moderated for adherence to our Community Guidelines.—
Lia Assimakopoulos,
Dallas Morning News,
5 Feb. 2026
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Higher scores indicated greater adherence to the Mediterranean diet.—
Lily Hautau,
CNN Money,
4 Feb. 2026
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Back-to-back wins for her birth country of Canada in the two-woman event in 2010 and 2014, plus another gold, after a contentious, stressful battle to switch national allegiances, for the United States, in the inaugural driver-only monobob event in Beijing.—
Sean Gregory,
Time,
14 Feb. 2026
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Pinheiro Braathen switched allegiance to his mother's nation of birth in 2024 after splitting from Norway's ski program.—
Sean Nevin,
NBC news,
14 Feb. 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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Accountability builds safety and loyalty; shifting blame never works for long.—
Magi Helena,
Dallas Morning News,
11 Feb. 2026
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The Cineplex chief said data from the company’s Scene loyalty program helps target the right theaters and showtimes to reach diverse and multicultural audiences across Canada.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
11 Feb. 2026
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This biological bonding process creates natural mineral compounds, transforming bulky landfill waste into high-performance insulation capable of withstanding extreme heat up to 1,000°C (1,832°F).—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Feb. 2026
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The women there spoke to the princess about how the skill fosters a sense of community bonding and belonging, a palace source says.—
Simon Perry,
PEOPLE,
4 Feb. 2026
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Demonstrating that government can take care of the basics while accomplishing big things, which requires following through on our commitment to invest in critical needs like water, connectivity, and healthcare.—
Eleanor Dearman,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
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My education journey, shaped by segregation and opportunity has deeply influenced my commitment to equity, access and lifelong learning.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
14 Feb. 2026
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The week will highlight the show’s dedication to celebrating women who inspire change, break barriers and uplift one another.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
9 Feb. 2026
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Dear Academy members, Thank you for your dedication and participation this Oscars season.—
Scott Feinberg,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Feb. 2026
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Her love songs have always had a strong current of devotion, but her conviction here is ironclad, her voice clarion rather than yearning.—
Stephen Kearse,
Pitchfork,
11 Feb. 2026
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What had begun as a friendship was now closer to devotion.—
Matthew Bremner,
Rolling Stone,
11 Feb. 2026
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“Adhesion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adhesion. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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