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as in horizontal
having a height, size, or location that is the same at all points
The text was aligned along the left margin.
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as in agreed
to bring to or be in a state of agreement
Though we have our differences, we align on many issues.
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as in lined
to set in order
Make sure your quilting squares are aligned and pinned before sewing. She was waiting for the stars to align.
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Recent Examples of aligned
Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 19 Apr. 2026
China and its aligned partners, for example, are moving aggressively to deploy AI capabilities at scale, leveraging open-source models that can be adapted for a wide range of military and intelligence applications.
—Robert F. Dees, Fortune, 15 Apr. 2026
At the same time, relationships feel more supportive and aligned.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 13 Apr. 2026
Donner digs exploring a few different thrift stores and any estate sales that feel aligned.
—Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 12 Apr. 2026
Under a microscope, balsa looks like a bundle of aligned microtubes, each about 20–50 micrometers wide.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 12 Apr. 2026
The key is to include pieces that appeal to you and feel aligned with the rest of your space.
—Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 7 Apr. 2026
Outside of Congress, public perception may be more aligned with Democrats’ framing.
—Nik Popli, Time, 7 Apr. 2026
Iran and its aligned terrorist militias may intend to target universities in the Middle East.
—Stephen Sorace, FOXNews.com, 7 Apr. 2026
Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 21 Apr. 2026
Hire curious learners, reward experimentation and keep your team aligned on mission.
—Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 20 Apr. 2026
Outside groups aligned with House GOP leadership, including the Congressional Leadership Fund super PAC and the American Action Network, have raised nearly $193 million so far this cycle.
—Fin Daniel Gómez, CBS News, 20 Apr. 2026
My approach to drag aligned significantly with my approach to art.
—Gabe Montesanti, PEOPLE, 19 Apr. 2026
According to project lead Song Liwei, one of the main technical hurdles was keeping the microwave emitter precisely aligned with the drone while both were in motion.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 19 Apr. 2026
Both players also showed leadership qualities on a team where know-how and can-do haven’t often aligned.
—Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 19 Apr. 2026
Make sure everything is aligned and working correctly.
—Cody Godwin, USA Today, 19 Apr. 2026
There’s a meta-ness to Demna’s take on fashion, and now Gucci, that is aligned with Petras’s take on pop.
—José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 18 Apr. 2026
Adjective
These patterns are far more aligned with the spirit of the Antichrist than with the Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
—Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 19 Apr. 2026
China and its aligned partners, for example, are moving aggressively to deploy AI capabilities at scale, leveraging open-source models that can be adapted for a wide range of military and intelligence applications.
—Robert F. Dees, Fortune, 15 Apr. 2026
At the same time, relationships feel more supportive and aligned.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 13 Apr. 2026
Donner digs exploring a few different thrift stores and any estate sales that feel aligned.
—Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 12 Apr. 2026
Under a microscope, balsa looks like a bundle of aligned microtubes, each about 20–50 micrometers wide.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 12 Apr. 2026
The key is to include pieces that appeal to you and feel aligned with the rest of your space.
—Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 7 Apr. 2026
Outside of Congress, public perception may be more aligned with Democrats’ framing.
—Nik Popli, Time, 7 Apr. 2026
Iran and its aligned terrorist militias may intend to target universities in the Middle East.
—Stephen Sorace, FOXNews.com, 7 Apr. 2026
Verb
Still, not all signals are aligned.
—Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 21 Apr. 2026
Hire curious learners, reward experimentation and keep your team aligned on mission.
—Rolling Stone Culture Council, Rolling Stone, 20 Apr. 2026
Outside groups aligned with House GOP leadership, including the Congressional Leadership Fund super PAC and the American Action Network, have raised nearly $193 million so far this cycle.
—Fin Daniel Gómez, CBS News, 20 Apr. 2026
My approach to drag aligned significantly with my approach to art.
—Gabe Montesanti, PEOPLE, 19 Apr. 2026
According to project lead Song Liwei, one of the main technical hurdles was keeping the microwave emitter precisely aligned with the drone while both were in motion.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 19 Apr. 2026
Both players also showed leadership qualities on a team where know-how and can-do haven’t often aligned.
—Andrew Knoll, Oc Register, 19 Apr. 2026
Make sure everything is aligned and working correctly.
—Cody Godwin, USA Today, 19 Apr. 2026
There’s a meta-ness to Demna’s take on fashion, and now Gucci, that is aligned with Petras’s take on pop.
—José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 18 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aligned
Adjective
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To make my life easier, please try to send horizontal photos.—
Joe Kinsey OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
20 Apr. 2026
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The top is designed with horizontal pleated detailing and cap sleeves, while the bottoms offer a simple, wide-leg silhouette with side pockets and a drawstring to adjust the fit to your liking.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
17 Apr. 2026
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However, the facility agreed in 2025 to surrender its state license to sell dogs as part of a legal settlement tied to an animal cruelty investigation, Dane County officials said in March.—
Brady Halbleib,
CBS News,
18 Apr. 2026
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Everyone agreed that the post was, at best, deliberately misleading.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
17 Apr. 2026
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And in the bottom of the seventh, Yoshida led off with a single, Trevor Story walked, Ceddanne Rafaela, pinch-hitting for Marcelo Mayer, lined a ball past the outstretched glove arm of first baseman Keith, but far inside the right-field line for a two-run single.—
Gabrielle Starr,
Hartford Courant,
20 Apr. 2026
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Wells lined a ball that landed just fair down the right-field line.—
Chris Kirschner,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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There’s also vertical space to consider, using a trellis or tall planter system.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
20 Apr. 2026
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The region’s vertical structure is a key factor in promoting transparency and traceability.—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
20 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Horton exited his second start of the year in Cleveland on April 3 and was placed on the IL the next day.—
Andy Martinez,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Apr. 2026
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He was placed onto a stretcher and lifted into an ambulance.—
Jan Wagner,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Still, the recovery has not been entirely smooth.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
21 Apr. 2026
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The carrots also add smooth texture and extra flavor to this comfort food favorite.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
21 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The Angels are wearing a patch bearing Anderson's initials on their uniform shoulders.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
18 Apr. 2026
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The Angels are wearing a patch bearing Anderson’s initials on their uniform shoulders.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
17 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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At the conclusion of every regular season, provided the Knicks make the playoffs, the organization redesigns the corridor leading from the home locker room to the Madison Square Garden hardwood floors.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
21 Apr. 2026
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But, yes, the Heat clearly failed to measure up during the regular season and likely would not have held their ground as well as the Magic did in their series opener against Detroit.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
21 Apr. 2026
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“Aligned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aligned. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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