associated
adjective
as·so·ci·at·ed
ə-ˈsō-shē-ˌā-təd 
-sē-
1
: joined together often in a working relationship
On April 29, 2016, the Firm completed the spin-off of Quorum Health Corporation ("QHC"), comprised of 38 associated hospitals and related outpatient services in 16 states …—
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: related, connected, or combined together
a computer terminal and its associated printer
The Two Arms Curl develops the arm flexors … and associated muscle groups.—Philip J. Rasch
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However, other information, including associated reminders and tasks, remains stored.
—Theo Burman, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 July 2025
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Unlike personality, which is considered semi-stable with no associated development paradigm, character behaviors are habits that can be developed but can also erode.
—Mary Crossan, Forbes.com, 23 July 2025
Additionally, signage should be posted clearly stating that littering is a crime, along with the associated fine.
—Letters To The Editor, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 July 2025
Automation, continuous production, and modular equipment could all lower the manufacturing costs for pharmaceutical production while mitigating the associated environmental risks.
—Thomas J. Bollyky, Foreign Affairs, 22 July 2025
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Theo Burman, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 July 2025
Step 2 – Develop Character To Increase Psychological Safety
Unlike personality, which is considered semi-stable with no associated development paradigm, character behaviors are habits that can be developed but can also erode.
—Mary Crossan, Forbes.com, 23 July 2025
Additionally, signage should be posted clearly stating that littering is a crime, along with the associated fine.
—Letters To The Editor, San Diego Union-Tribune, 22 July 2025
Automation, continuous production, and modular equipment could all lower the manufacturing costs for pharmaceutical production while mitigating the associated environmental risks.
—Thomas J. Bollyky, Foreign Affairs, 22 July 2025
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“Associated.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/associated. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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