- present tense form of adhere (3rd person singular).
adheres
Example Sentences
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It has remained independent from the largely taxpayer-funded homeless service system that adheres to the housing-first model that prioritizes permanent housing without preconditions.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 11, 2026
Kirklees Council said it now adheres to "the highest modern standards of safety in managing and monitoring asbestos in our buildings as part of a robust asbestos management plan".
From BBC ● Apr. 22, 2026
Ares said in a filing that it adheres to the independent Global Industry Classification Standard, while others use different methods.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 30, 2026
Armilla tests AI models for vulnerabilities before committing to coverage and assesses whether the client's risk management framework adheres to international standards.
From Barron's ● Mar. 15, 2026
Nonviolent passive resistance is effective as long as your opposition adheres to the same rules as you do.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
