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as in unanimous
having or marked by agreement in feeling or action
the party must present a united front if it hopes to win the election
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as in collective
used or done by a number of people as a group
when a campaign to raise funds is this successful, it's only because of the united effort of all concerned
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as in combined
to come together to form a single unit
using the microscope, we watched the water droplets unite into a single pool
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as in consolidated
to bring (something) to a central point or under a single control
united several teams under the reorganization plan
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as in cooperated
to form or enter into an association that furthers the interests of its members
parents united to reform the school's curriculum
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as in collaborated
to participate or assist in a joint effort to accomplish an end
only if private investors and public officials unite for the common good, will this city experience an economic revival
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Recent Examples of united
Jon Gambrell, Twin Cities, 23 Apr. 2026
As for the discussion, Bush Hager remarked on the former presidents' united views on the future of the country.
—Rachel McRady, PEOPLE, 20 Apr. 2026
Dan Greene, New Yorker, 18 May 2026
Extremists united us with a feeling of admiration for the courage of people who have the strength to speak out against the war and to stand up for their principles.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 18 May 2026
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Adjective
Other Iranian officials said on social media that the country was united.
—Jon Gambrell, Twin Cities, 23 Apr. 2026
As for the discussion, Bush Hager remarked on the former presidents' united views on the future of the country.
—Rachel McRady, PEOPLE, 20 Apr. 2026
Verb
Everyone united in booing the league’s commissioner.
—Dan Greene, New Yorker, 18 May 2026
Extremists united us with a feeling of admiration for the courage of people who have the strength to speak out against the war and to stand up for their principles.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 18 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for united
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The measure in the Senate was introduced by Republican John Kennedy and advanced in a unanimous 99-0 vote on Wednesday.—
Lalee Ibssa,
ABC News,
14 May 2026
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The resolution was adopted by unanimous consent Thursday.—
Kaia Hubbard,
CBS News,
14 May 2026
Adjective
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The collective ire of the group spilled over.—
Amber Gaudet,
Charlotte Observer,
14 May 2026
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Astrid Suarez, director of collective impact at Niles Township’s Early Childhood Alliance, a nonprofit that provides early literacy opportunities to families, said Chamber events like this are what inspires organizations like hers to keep going.—
Claire Murphy,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2026
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With data centers the size of dozens of football fields combined sprouting up around the country, residents have protested the construction of AI infrastructure, which McKinsey projected to touch $7 trillion in capital expenditures by 2030.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
15 May 2026
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Whisk in eggs, one at a time, until completely combined.—
Shelly Westerhausen Worcel,
Midwest Living,
15 May 2026
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Meaning the data was consolidated, the workflows were defined, the systems could pass information without manual intervention, and there was a clear, measurable outcome the AI was being asked to improve.—
Dennis Woodside,
Fortune,
17 May 2026
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The court consolidated three lawsuits from left-leaning groups into one.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
15 May 2026
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Lynch fully cooperated with the board’s investigation and the board received 11 letters of support from colleagues and patients, the order states.—
Amber Gaudet,
Charlotte Observer,
13 May 2026
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Tommaso Buscetta Tommaso Buscetta was a Sicilian Mafia soldier who broke omertà and cooperated with state authorities.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
13 May 2026
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He’s collaborated with Diane Reeves, Sting, Yo Yo Ma, Gladys Knight and many others.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
16 May 2026
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The store concept was designed by Parisian architect Francois-Joseph Graf, who collaborated with Lippes.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
15 May 2026
Adjective
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For these carriers, the feature is turned on by default with compatible hardware.—
David Phelan,
Forbes.com,
16 May 2026
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These versatile microphones are compatible with any device that has a traditional headphone jack.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
15 May 2026
Adjective
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Possible infections could include bloodstream infections, bone and joint infections, heart valve infections and life-threatening conditions such as sepsis or septic shock.—
Angelique Brenes,
PEOPLE,
15 May 2026
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Alternatively, your parents' bank may offer what's called a convenience account or agency account, which would give you the ability to access your parents' account without being a joint owner.—
Sarah Agostino,
CNBC,
15 May 2026
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“United.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/united. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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