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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
There is no federal regulation mandating physical security at these installations, and most states also lack a cohesive protective strategy.
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Dell Cameron, WIRED, 8 Jan. 2025
The album is entirely cohesive yet musically ambitious in its foundation of live instrumentation, blending tradition and modernity with genres like salsa, reggaeton, dembow and plena, creating a patchwork of the island’s richest musical resources.
—Thania Garcia, Variety, 8 Jan. 2025
Lisa is a creative, strategic professional with over two decades of experience in product design, marketing, and cohesive, captivating brand storytelling.
—Lauren Carpenter, USA TODAY, 5 Jan. 2025
Sophie seamlessly weaves erratic and mystifying synths with ominous soundscapes, pure pop perfection, catchy lyrics, pulsating bass, effervescent production, emotive stylings and more to create a cohesive body of work.
—Lisa Kocay, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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Dell Cameron, WIRED, 8 Jan. 2025
The album is entirely cohesive yet musically ambitious in its foundation of live instrumentation, blending tradition and modernity with genres like salsa, reggaeton, dembow and plena, creating a patchwork of the island’s richest musical resources.
—Thania Garcia, Variety, 8 Jan. 2025
Lisa is a creative, strategic professional with over two decades of experience in product design, marketing, and cohesive, captivating brand storytelling.
—Lauren Carpenter, USA TODAY, 5 Jan. 2025
Sophie seamlessly weaves erratic and mystifying synths with ominous soundscapes, pure pop perfection, catchy lyrics, pulsating bass, effervescent production, emotive stylings and more to create a cohesive body of work.
—Lisa Kocay, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cohesive
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Those are some of the tools traditionally used by contending teams to shore up holes during long runs of success or to fabricate a coherent roster around multiple max-contract stars.Mike Lupica, New York Daily News, 10 Jan. 2025
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The alleged gunman’s digital footprint failed to unveil a coherent right-wing or left-wing ideology.Aarushi Bhandari, The Conversation, 9 Jan. 2025
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Get 28% off the Crucial X9 Pro, a durable, secure external SSD ideal for everyday use.Shubham Yewale, PCMAG, 8 Jan. 2025
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All three trends underscore the rise of the ultra-discerning consumer, seeking more durable, high quality and sustainable products.Sofia Celeste, WWD, 8 Jan. 2025
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Whether the goal is a reliable pair for occasional trips to snowy mountains or daily use on icy city streets, the right boot can make all the difference.Avery Stone, People.com, 10 Jan. 2025
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Therefore, this is indeed one of the only reliable metrics at this time to assess the company’s present valuation with.GuruFocus, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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“Cohesive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cohesive. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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