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adhere
verb
follow through or carry out a plan without deviation
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Pronunciation
ædˈhiɹ
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verb
follow through or carry out a plan without deviation
“They adhered to their plan”
verb
come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation
“The dress clings to her body”
verb
stick to firmly
“Will this wallpaper adhere to the wall?”
verb
be loyal to
“She stood by her husband in times of trouble”
verb
be a devoted follower or supporter
“The residents of this village adhered to Catholicism”
verb
be compatible or in accordance with
“You must adhere to the rules”
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Example Sentences
They adhered to their plan
The dress clings to her body
The label stuck to the box
The sushi rice grains cohere
Will this wallpaper adhere to the wall?
She stood by her husband in times of trouble
The friends stuck together through the war
The residents of this village adhered to Catholicism
She sticks to her principles
You must adhere to the rules
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