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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
Our polish formula includes a proprietary blend of adhesion promoters, basically the things that make your polish last the longest, that react to specific wavelengths of light, and then our lamp, in conjunction, emits those two wavelengths to cure the polish thoroughly and quickly.
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Celia Shatzman, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024
Running an electrical current through the glue will cause adhesion to lessen, allowing the battery to be removed without the previous use of heat guns, prybars, and brute force.
—Ewan Spence, Forbes, 12 Oct. 2024
Its patented biomimetic pigments ensures natural adhesion.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 1 Oct. 2024
This medication targets an adhesion molecule called E-selectin with the goal of preventing leukocytes from sticking to blood vessels.
—Emily Sohn, Scientific American, 17 Sep. 2024
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Celia Shatzman, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024
Running an electrical current through the glue will cause adhesion to lessen, allowing the battery to be removed without the previous use of heat guns, prybars, and brute force.
—Ewan Spence, Forbes, 12 Oct. 2024
Its patented biomimetic pigments ensures natural adhesion.
—Julia Teti, WWD, 1 Oct. 2024
This medication targets an adhesion molecule called E-selectin with the goal of preventing leukocytes from sticking to blood vessels.
—Emily Sohn, Scientific American, 17 Sep. 2024
See all Example Sentences for adhesion
Recent Examples of Synonyms for adhesion
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Schools were instead affected by their administrative adherence to First Amendment principles.Angele Latham, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
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These complexities highlight the need for thoughtful curation, rigorous validation, and adherence to ethical principles in transforming raw data into a reliable foundation for AI systems—a process.Hamilton Mann, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
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Assisting him is steadfast officer Salim, played by Mukesh Rishi, whose allegiances are doubted because of his Muslim faith.Thomas Page, CNN, 15 Dec. 2024
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Confused and annoyed, he’s taken to Colonel Watson Smith (Anthony Howell) to justify his allegiance.Lincee Ray, EW.com, 14 Dec. 2024
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The warmth really helps the powdered sugar cling to cookies.Pam Lolley, Southern Living, 6 Dec. 2024
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There is no drug that could equal the intoxicating power in the cling of a white undershirt or the angle of a throat straining for a kiss.Katie Walsh, Los Angeles Times, 27 Nov. 2024
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Don't focus on loyalty programs (some of the best international hotels are not affiliated with large chains that provide points for a stay).T+L Editors, Travel + Leisure, 21 Dec. 2024
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Our conversation ranged from tech to sustainability to loyalty programs.Jennifer Flowers, AFAR Media, 20 Dec. 2024
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Bachman’s commitment to documentation in his music enables the sounds of climate change to speak for themselves.Brendan Fitzgerald, Smithsonian Magazine, 27 Dec. 2024
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The post-Christmas full house was anticipated after the small Light Street pizza shop got a publicity boost and a $60,000 commitment on Monday from Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy.Dan Belson, Baltimore Sun, 26 Dec. 2024
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In terms of hair, Olaplex featured again and again for its bonding oils and smoothers.Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 23 Dec. 2024
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About half the claims have been for the applicant’s own illness, about 13% for caregiver leave, 13% for pregnancy or child birth and 24% for bonding with newborns or adopted children.Mark Pazniokas, Hartford Courant, 20 Dec. 2024
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This question is a litmus test—a direct check on your dedication to developing hard skills outside formal education.Pamela Skillings, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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Through dedication to science and compassion for patients, Dr. Halpert and his team are redefining what’s possible in cancer care.William Mullane, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
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An incongruity of ideals shaped by age, gender and religious devotion may place a family at a standstill, but the recognition of them becomes a sign of progress.Stephen Saito, Variety, 18 Dec. 2024
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But as the second season has put Derek’s marital devotion to the test, McGinley has exhibited a level of vulnerability rarely hinted at previously.Daniel Fienberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Dec. 2024
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“Adhesion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adhesion. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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