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 …—
Mack Mortenson
Mack Mortenson2
: 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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As of the early 21st century, most of the world’s energy is derived from fossil fuels, despite the associated negative externalities, such as air pollution and the emission of greenhouse gases, which have been linked to climate change.
—Laura Payne, Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Apr. 2026
That said, the associated drawbacks include a penchant for expressing your inner monologues as very public arguments, and an insatiable urge to eat heads.
—Richard Edwards, Space.com, 2 Apr. 2026
But the idea that athletic departments and their associated fundraising arms should be classified as tax-exempt nonprofits promoting education and amateur sports strains credulity.
—Andrew Urbaczewski, The Conversation, 2 Apr. 2026
Farmers in the Northern Hemisphere are preparing to plant their crops now, meaning any associated spikes associated with this year's harvest will take time to register.
—Garrett Downs, CNBC, 2 Apr. 2026
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Laura Payne, Encyclopedia Britannica, 2 Apr. 2026
That said, the associated drawbacks include a penchant for expressing your inner monologues as very public arguments, and an insatiable urge to eat heads.
—Richard Edwards, Space.com, 2 Apr. 2026
But the idea that athletic departments and their associated fundraising arms should be classified as tax-exempt nonprofits promoting education and amateur sports strains credulity.
—Andrew Urbaczewski, The Conversation, 2 Apr. 2026
Farmers in the Northern Hemisphere are preparing to plant their crops now, meaning any associated spikes associated with this year's harvest will take time to register.
—Garrett Downs, CNBC, 2 Apr. 2026
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“Associated.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/associated. Accessed 11 Apr. 2026.
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