correspond
verb
cor·re·spond
ˌkȯr-ə-ˈspänd 
ˌkär-
corresponded; corresponding; corresponds
1
a
: to be in conformity or agreement
… the ideal failed once again to correspond with the reality …—
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b
: to compare closely : match
—usually used with to or with
The number of ballots cast should correspond to the number of people present.
c
: to be equivalent or parallel
In some countries, the role of president corresponds to that of prime minister.
2
: to communicate with a person by exchange of letters
Examples of correspond in a Sentence
In some countries, the role of president corresponds to that of prime minister.
the joints on a horse that correspond to the human knees
Each number corresponds to a location on the map.
We'll revise the schedule to correspond with the school calendar.
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In 1730, Pope Clement XII revived the project and the current fountain corresponds to the original designs of Roman architect Nicola Salvi.
—CBS News, 20 Dec. 2025
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Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 27 Dec. 2025
Tacos Tacolorado was one such operation, hopping from city to city, with health departments corresponding by email about its whereabouts, Usui said.
—Miguel Otárola, Denver Post, 22 Dec. 2025
Dedicated Swifties likely already have a drawer full of The Eras Tour merch and corresponding cardigans for each album, so this camera is an unexpected and thoughtful holiday gift idea fans will appreciate.
—Claire Harmeyer, PEOPLE, 21 Dec. 2025
In 1730, Pope Clement XII revived the project and the current fountain corresponds to the original designs of Roman architect Nicola Salvi.
—CBS News, 20 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for correspond
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“Correspond.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/correspond. Accessed 29 Dec. 2025.
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correspond
verb
cor·re·spond
ˌkȯr-ə-ˈspänd
ˌkär-
1
: to be alike
2
: to be equivalent (as in meaning, position, purpose, or structure) : match
3
: to communicate by means of letters
correspondingly
adverb
-ˈspän-diŋ-lē
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