COHESIVENESS Synonyms: 65 Similar and Opposite Words

cohesiveness

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Recent Examples of cohesiveness There has to be some sort of moral cohesiveness with each other that will pull us out of that eventually. — Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 28 Aug. 2026 In his review of the Greenway, journalist Marty Carlock questions the cohesiveness of the space’s design. — Ashley Gardini, JSTOR Daily, 12 Aug. 2026 Design cohesiveness As a rule of thumb, clear shower curtains tend to be well-matched for modern decor. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 11 Aug. 2026 Despite the high stakes, there’s been no spark or cohesiveness in France’s attack, which has oddly looked devoid of ideas and inspiration. — Aleks Klosok, CNN Money, 14 July 2026 The Sixers are closer to New York on paper but will lack the cohesiveness the Knicks have built. — David Aldridge, New York Times, 2 July 2026 Create cohesiveness from room to room A luxury-smelling home isn’t one note repeated everywhere. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 10 June 2026 Consider matching metals throughout the room for cohesiveness in your design. — Macie Stump, Southern Living, 10 May 2026 And too many injuries for cohesiveness. — Nick Canepa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Feb. 2026

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No cohesion between the ingredients, the tortilla much too small and overcooked.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 28 Aug. 2026
The five-piece set includes a plush comforter, throw blanket, shams, and a decorative pillow for calming cohesion, and comes in rich neutrals like creamy beige, midnight blue, and toasty brown.

— Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Aug. 2026

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