adhering

Example Sentences

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Cease your practice of copying tour pros, who have turned golf into survival of the finickiest by adhering to preshot routines that violate loitering laws in most states.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

The law also means that parents can complain to the department if they believe a school is not adhering to the guidelines.

From BBC • Feb. 24, 2026

The Violanta company in a statement insisted it "strictly applies protocols and procedures, adhering to all measures for the safety of our staff and facilities".

From Barron's • Jan. 27, 2026

By adding in new characters while adhering to the original story, the author creates something new, strange and thrilling.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 31, 2025

I didn’t see a bear, didn’t see a salamander, didn’t see foxfire, didn’t see anything actually—just perpetual dribbles and droplets of rain adhering to my glasses.

From "A Walk in the Woods" by Bill Bryson