1
as in connection
an acquaintance who has influence especially in the business or political world
an intern who got her summer job in the governor's office through contacts
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2
as in touch
the state or fact of being able to exchange information regarding one's current situation
she had moved to the other side of the country, but continued to stay in contact with her closest friends
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as in to reach
to transmit information or requests to
you can contact me at this number
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Recent Examples of contact
Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 28 Sep. 2025
Jones was able to avoid contact all the way to the end zone after that.
—Mike Kaye
september 28, Charlotte Observer, 28 Sep. 2025
Daniel Taylor, New York Times, 29 Sep. 2025
The White House had made no effort to contact them or the Motion Picture Association ahead of the announcement, which mirrors an earlier threat that Trump made last May.
—Alex Ritman, Variety, 29 Sep. 2025
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Noun
The leg to leg contact is incidental once the ball is clearly loose.
—Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 28 Sep. 2025
Jones was able to avoid contact all the way to the end zone after that.
—Mike Kaye
september 28, Charlotte Observer, 28 Sep. 2025
Verb
The Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport has been contacted for comment.
—Daniel Taylor, New York Times, 29 Sep. 2025
The White House had made no effort to contact them or the Motion Picture Association ahead of the announcement, which mirrors an earlier threat that Trump made last May.
—Alex Ritman, Variety, 29 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for contact
Noun
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The town is notably known for its connection with Mormon fundamentalism and polygamy, along with the neighboring city of Hildale, Utah.—
Thao Nguyen,
USA Today,
25 Sep. 2025
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But experts say there are thought to be multiple causes of autism — primarily genes and environmental exposures — and the science showing a connection between autism and Tylenol is not settled.—
Amanda Musa,
CNN Money,
24 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The former Vice President’s choice to spotlight his work this evening, on a night all about celebrating the accomplishments of successful Black trailblazers in this country, was also clearly intentional—and a fitting touch, no less.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
28 Sep. 2025
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Shrader’s third goal of the night came courtesy of Chawinga again, this time after driving the ball to the end line before releasing it to Shrader at close distance, requiring only a touch to control and another to slot it in.—
Tamerra Griffin,
New York Times,
28 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Antle says while there has definitely been violence on both sides, Democrats have greater ability to reach the types of people who are posting the violent rhetoric on social media.—
Amy DeLaura,
The Washington Examiner,
24 Sep. 2025
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Ever the showman, Alvarez paused before reaching first base and motioned toward the Mets’ dugout.—
Will Sammon,
New York Times,
24 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Injuries could pop up, sure, but if this group is healthy, somebody or somebodies are getting pinched.—
Parker Gabriel,
Denver Post,
14 June 2025
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Over the decades, amateurs have beaten pros, nobodies have beaten somebodies.—
Houston Mitchell,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Sep. 2024
Verb
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For Zirk, informing the public is vital in ensuring the region does not become overlooked.—
Madison Beveridge,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
26 Sep. 2025
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The page informs interested parties of the club’s intentions before asking for email addresses.—
Christopher Tremoglie,
The Washington Examiner,
25 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Menopause visits will be part of the in-person and virtual primary care visits that make up One Medical’s model.—
Helen Carefoot,
Flow Space,
26 Sep. 2025
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That's nearly two times the number of book-ins recorded in all of 2024.—
Jordan Smith,
IndyStar,
25 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Johnson's offense got things going in the second half.—
Matt Audilet,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Sep. 2025
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The biggest stage in American entertainment is about to get some serious Latin flavor.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
29 Sep. 2025
Verb
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But his remarks, which will be livestreamed to the public, will also provide a prime photo opportunity with Hegseth addressing hundreds of top military generals as their boss.—
Anne Flaherty,
ABC News,
30 Sep. 2025
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But neither publication addresses how this factor might explain trend shifts in hospital visits or how to zero in on that.—
Joan Meiners,
AZCentral.com,
29 Sep. 2025
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“Contact.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contact. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.
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