Other Word Forms
- nonadherence noun
- preadherence noun
Etymology
Origin of adherence
Example Sentences
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“As with all officer-involved incidents, this matter was subject to an external review process, and we recognize the importance of that process in ensuring accountability and adherence to the rule of law,” the statement read.
From Los Angeles Times
Humana said its current protocols “strike the right balance, allowing sufficient time to fill and ship prescriptions and supporting medication adherence without encouraging stockpiling.”
He says the strict adherence to the video games' timeline did result in the "occasional late-night text" from the TV show's set.
From BBC
Part of the problem was the market’s strict adherence to ancient traditions.
Policymakers argue that key inputs to such rules are highly uncertain and constantly changing, making mechanical adherence risky.
From Barron's
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