1
as in adhesion
a physical sticking to as if by glue
you'd think these refrigerator magnets would have better adherence—they fall off every time I open the door
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2
as in compliance
the following of a custom, rule, or law
adherence to convention requires that the couple send out formal wedding invitations
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Recent Examples of adherence
The filing outlines various regulatory compliance measures, including adherence to the Community Reinvestment Act and Bank Secrecy Act/Anti-Money Laundering requirements.
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Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 14 Mar. 2025
The primary considerations in the election of a new Vicar of Christ are concerns such as adherence to the Gospel, commitment to evangelization, and the fortitude to root out corruption in one of the world’s most complex religious institutions.
—Timothy Nerozzi, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 28 Feb. 2025
Veo 2 appears to be winning the battle for prompt adherence—the ability to faithfully translate textual descriptions into corresponding visuals.
—Moin Roberts-Islam, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
This lack of adherence to existing legislation highlights the inefficiencies within Maryland’s licensing system.
—Charles E. Sydnor, Baltimore Sun, 18 Feb. 2025
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Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 14 Mar. 2025
The primary considerations in the election of a new Vicar of Christ are concerns such as adherence to the Gospel, commitment to evangelization, and the fortitude to root out corruption in one of the world’s most complex religious institutions.
—Timothy Nerozzi, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 28 Feb. 2025
Veo 2 appears to be winning the battle for prompt adherence—the ability to faithfully translate textual descriptions into corresponding visuals.
—Moin Roberts-Islam, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025
This lack of adherence to existing legislation highlights the inefficiencies within Maryland’s licensing system.
—Charles E. Sydnor, Baltimore Sun, 18 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for adherence
Noun
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These products might restore the paint's adhesion properties.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
13 Mar. 2025
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The most common cause of adhesions in women is endometriosis.—
Cara Lynn Shultz,
People.com,
5 Mar. 2025
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But neither the Principals’ Association nor the MSAD #51 Board of Directors will sign that compliance agreement, representatives said this week.—
Samantha Riedel,
Them.,
28 Mar. 2025
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The only modifications: noting that the approximately $9 tourist levy introduced in February 2024 is in fact mandatory, and upping enforcement mechanisms for broader compliance with the rules.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
28 Mar. 2025
Noun
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This assemblage stays stuck to the body using electric forces known as van der Waals interactions—the same forces that help geckoes cling cling to walls.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
16 Mar. 2015
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Indeed, this year could mark the birth of a new regional order, one that dismisses the all-too-realist geopolitical contests of the past and clings, instead, to sectarianism.—
Bassel F. Salloukh,
Foreign Affairs,
14 July 2014
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By embracing their differences, Zucker and Tisch have created a brand that is accessible and inclusive, proving that the best partnerships thrive on contrast rather than conformity.—
Cheryl Robinson,
Forbes,
19 Mar. 2025
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Strolling the grounds at George M. Steinbrenner Field, CC Sabathia scoffed at the notion that the Yankees have been some bastion of conformity.—
Gary Phillips,
New York Daily News,
13 Mar. 2025
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Professional security companies that install cameras do so in conformance with all local and or state laws.—
Sophie Clark,
Newsweek,
12 Mar. 2025
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The tool provides visibility to conformance by plant, supplier, and buyer.—
Steve Banker,
Forbes,
13 Dec. 2024
Noun
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The findings show that these sharks are spending time in waters less than 50 meters (164 feet) deep off Maine, with peak sightings occurring between July and September; this aligns with previous observations of white sharks using similar habitats in other regions.—
Melissa Cristina Márquez,
Forbes,
24 Mar. 2025
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The Power of Primes The McKay conjecture began with the observation of a strange coincidence.—
Leila Sloman,
WIRED,
23 Mar. 2025
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Issues over Western arms supplies, international observance of Russian occupied lands, Ukraine’s future security, Ukrainian troops in Kursk and Russia’s continued aerial campaigns over civilian populations all remain major issues that need to be negotiated.—
Caitlin McFall,
Fox News,
19 Mar. 2025
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Each year, themes focusing on specific issues related to women's rights help to direct advocacy and action, making each observance of IWD a potent tool for societal change.—
William Lambers,
Newsweek,
8 Mar. 2025
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“Adherence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/adherence. Accessed 1 Apr. 2025.
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