coincided; coinciding
Definition of coincide
1a
: to occupy the same place in space or time
The base of the triangle coincides with one side of the square. The heroic age of bridge construction coincided with the expansion of the railroads …— Mario Salvadori
b
: to occupy exactly corresponding or equivalent positions on a scale or in a series
100° Celsius coincides with 212° Fahrenheit.
2
: to correspond in nature, character, or function
" … our sentiments coincided in every particular … "— Jane Austen
3
: to be in accord or agreement : concur
She coincided with his views on most subjects.
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The first known use of coincide was in 1719
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