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cohesion

[koh-hee-zhuhn] / koʊˈhi ʒən /
NOUN
union
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This culture is at the heart of a competent military, and indeed is essential to the morale and cohesion that makes the American armed forces the envy of the world.

From Slate • Apr. 13, 2026

And she has leaned on hard-liners to maintain loyalty and cohesion within the military.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

Chemical companies generate huge revenues and support hundreds of thousands of jobs, contributing to social cohesion and harmony, he said.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

The ultimate outcome of the Iran conflict depends on Iran’s response, leadership cohesion and willingness to return to negotiations.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 17, 2026

She wasn’t sure why she felt so strongly about it, but since leaving Rome, the crew had started to lose its cohesion.

From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan




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