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Some physicians believe that the Wegovy pill’s regimen will limit how much weight people will lose, in part because it may be difficult to adhere to those steps every morning.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

While civilian sites can lose their protection if they are used for military purposes, in such cases attacks must adhere to principles of international humanitarian law including distinguishing between combatants and civilians.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

Mullin also vowed to adhere to a longstanding policy requiring ICE officers to have a warrant signed by a judge before entering homes.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

It appears that board members adhere to the final requirement of “significant” stock ownership.

From Barron's • Mar. 16, 2026

“No. St. John, I will not marry you. I adhere to my resolution.”

From "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë