1
as in to keep (to)
to give steadfast support to
our coach adheres to the belief that we can win this game if we just have a positive attitude
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2
as in to obey
to act according to the commands of
adhere to the terms of the deceased's will
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Verb
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However, pedestrians and bicyclists need to obey the rules of the road that apply to them.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Jan. 2025 -
Still, the court ordered them not to participate in any fraternity parties, not to participate in any recruitment events for the fraternity, and to obey all laws, including those related to alcohol consumption.—
Caleb Lunetta,
The Mercury News,
8 Jan. 2025
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Steve Vladeck, a law professor at Georgetown University, said presidents can appeal adverse rulings rather than imply they shouldn't be followed.—
Bart Jansen,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025
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Runge’s appointment follows the resignation of Ed Dolman, Phillips’s former CEO and executive chairman, who will transition to a consulting role in May 2025.—
Angelica Villa,
ARTnews.com,
10 Feb. 2025
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The visiting Catalans regularly strolled through the first line of pressure that night — with Vinicius Jr and Mbappe unconvincing in defending from the front in a 4-4-2 formation before Barca overloaded the midfield with their technical, creative players.—
Thom Harris,
The Athletic,
8 Feb. 2025
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The tournament announced Friday that 46 of the top 50 players in the world rankings will compete, including No. 1 Scottie Scheffler, No. 3 Rory McIlroy, No. 4 Collin Morikawa and No, 5 Hideki Matsuyama, the defending champion.—
Kirk Kenney,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Feb. 2025
Verb
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The scoop and level method is what our Test Kitchen stands by.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
9 Feb. 2025
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The majority of citizens are in favor of giving prohibition a try and stand by the council in its decision.—
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Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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“Adhere (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adhere%20%28to%29. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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