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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
Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 4 May 2026
That, and defensive gameplan discipline, are traits more closely aligned to Mike Conley and Kyle Anderson.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 29 Apr. 2026
Varma says Firefox is the browser most aligned with that vision.
—Chris Hoffman, PC Magazine, 29 Apr. 2026
Each adjustment builds on a clearer understanding of existing conditions, allowing teams to progress in ways that remain aligned with their operational reality.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
General manager Trenton Austin built the cocktail menu around exactly that — each drink aligned to a zodiac sign, its ingredients chosen to reflect the personality of that sign.
—Avery Newmark, AJC.com, 23 Apr. 2026
Masses of time have been spent meeting local producers to ensure aligned ethics, and 95% of ingredients come from Crete, including honey from the nearby Meli Papapiary, cheese from the local cheese maker, and fish from a small-scale fishmonger, Kapenekis.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
The sessions were a catalyst from which a collection of cosmically aligned instrumentalists that included Kamasi Washington, Terrace Martin, and Thundercat released a rush of envelope-pushing jazz fusion music that both inspired and took inspiration from the Black Lives Matter movement.
—Dean Van Nguyen, Pitchfork, 22 Apr. 2026
Still, because of pressure both domestically and externally, some analysts say the different factions are more aligned now than before the war.
—Charbel Mallo, CNN Money, 22 Apr. 2026
Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 5 May 2026
When Francophiles aligned with Jefferson wore tricolor cockades, Washington’s men responded with sombre black ones.
—Daniel Immerwahr, New Yorker, 4 May 2026
Landry and his Republican allies said the measure consolidating the clerk’s offices improved government efficiency and aligned Orleans Parish with the rest of the state.
—Jack Brook, ABC News, 4 May 2026
If you’re tempted to act on seasonal patterns, consider doing it with a small portion of your portfolio while keeping your core investments aligned with your long-term plan.
—Bydoug Ashburn, Encyclopedia Britannica, 4 May 2026
The United States already spends more on defense than any other country, and Congress has a responsibility to ensure every dollar is justified, effective, and aligned with real national security needs.
—Linh Tat, Oc Register, 4 May 2026
The final accessory was also aligned with the theme, a Subodh Gupta mango sculpture in the form of a handbag.
—Ritu Upadhyay, Footwear News, 4 May 2026
But in shaking up the beaker, the chemistry never aligned.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 4 May 2026
The separatists have been fighting for years to create an independent state in northern Mali, while militants aligned with Al Qaeda and the Islamic State group have been fighting the government for more than a decade.
—Wilson McMakin, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2026
Adjective
Let things settle, then take one clear step that actually feels aligned and manageable without forcing unnecessary effort or adding extra pressure to yourself.
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 4 May 2026
That, and defensive gameplan discipline, are traits more closely aligned to Mike Conley and Kyle Anderson.
—Jace Frederick, Twin Cities, 29 Apr. 2026
Varma says Firefox is the browser most aligned with that vision.
—Chris Hoffman, PC Magazine, 29 Apr. 2026
Each adjustment builds on a clearer understanding of existing conditions, allowing teams to progress in ways that remain aligned with their operational reality.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
General manager Trenton Austin built the cocktail menu around exactly that — each drink aligned to a zodiac sign, its ingredients chosen to reflect the personality of that sign.
—Avery Newmark, AJC.com, 23 Apr. 2026
Masses of time have been spent meeting local producers to ensure aligned ethics, and 95% of ingredients come from Crete, including honey from the nearby Meli Papapiary, cheese from the local cheese maker, and fish from a small-scale fishmonger, Kapenekis.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
The sessions were a catalyst from which a collection of cosmically aligned instrumentalists that included Kamasi Washington, Terrace Martin, and Thundercat released a rush of envelope-pushing jazz fusion music that both inspired and took inspiration from the Black Lives Matter movement.
—Dean Van Nguyen, Pitchfork, 22 Apr. 2026
Still, because of pressure both domestically and externally, some analysts say the different factions are more aligned now than before the war.
—Charbel Mallo, CNN Money, 22 Apr. 2026
Verb
Keep expectations realistic so everyone stays aligned.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 5 May 2026
When Francophiles aligned with Jefferson wore tricolor cockades, Washington’s men responded with sombre black ones.
—Daniel Immerwahr, New Yorker, 4 May 2026
Landry and his Republican allies said the measure consolidating the clerk’s offices improved government efficiency and aligned Orleans Parish with the rest of the state.
—Jack Brook, ABC News, 4 May 2026
If you’re tempted to act on seasonal patterns, consider doing it with a small portion of your portfolio while keeping your core investments aligned with your long-term plan.
—Bydoug Ashburn, Encyclopedia Britannica, 4 May 2026
The United States already spends more on defense than any other country, and Congress has a responsibility to ensure every dollar is justified, effective, and aligned with real national security needs.
—Linh Tat, Oc Register, 4 May 2026
The final accessory was also aligned with the theme, a Subodh Gupta mango sculpture in the form of a handbag.
—Ritu Upadhyay, Footwear News, 4 May 2026
But in shaking up the beaker, the chemistry never aligned.
—Troy Renck, Denver Post, 4 May 2026
The separatists have been fighting for years to create an independent state in northern Mali, while militants aligned with Al Qaeda and the Islamic State group have been fighting the government for more than a decade.
—Wilson McMakin, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aligned
Adjective
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While horizontal viewing angles were somewhat acceptable, vertical viewing angles were poor, especially while doing any productivity work.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
4 May 2026
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The simplest of these horizontal wagers is the Daily Double, which requires bettors to select the winners of back-to-back races.—
Neil Greenberg,
New York Times,
1 May 2026
Verb
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That same week, a Cook County judge agreed to postpone a hearing centered on Ford City’s closure until May 15 after some of the mall’s 16 remaining tenants complained.—
Audrey Pachuta,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 2026
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Ugarte previously agreed to a $25,000 settlement with the Los Angeles City Ethics Commission over failing to disclose outside income earned through his consulting firm while serving as a City Hall aide to Price.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
9 May 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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His hotel in Las Vegas glistens like a vertical gold bar.—
Jennifer Wilson,
New Yorker,
4 May 2026
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The agency, which maintains the vertical-lift bridge, said the $3 million emergency project aims to build scaffolding and rigging lines, remove old parts and install new electrical lines.—
Nicole Buss,
Sacbee.com,
4 May 2026
Verb
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It’s scheduled to hear arguments in May on claims the new districts violate compactness requirements and should be placed on hold pending the potential referendum.—
David A. Lieb,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 2026
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The Padres placed Cruz on the restricted list in mid-March and have declined further comment.—
Alex Riggins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 May 2026
Adjective
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The bark is smooth and slate-gray with distinctive white longitudinal stripes that become more fissured and rough as the tree matures.—
SJ McShane,
Martha Stewart,
4 May 2026
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There was no one cooler, smoother and more casual on the field than Robinson Canó, who starred in nine seasons (2005-13) with the Yankees.—
Chris Kirschner,
New York Times,
4 May 2026
Adjective
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Tracking is in its infancy, and statistics aren’t yet uniform or up-to-date.—
Teri Sforza,
Oc Register,
1 May 2026
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The Chiefs shared the uniform numbers assigned to the team’s draft class.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
1 May 2026
Adjective
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Ben Clemens at FanGraphs measured the change, relative to the 2025 regular season, and found that the zone has shrunk at the top of the zone and on the edges of the plate.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
29 Apr. 2026
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Despite his pectoral injury, Kancey battled back last season to play in the regular-season finale at Carolina.—
Rick Stroud,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 Apr. 2026
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“Aligned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aligned. Accessed 10 May. 2026.
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