variants
also alined
as in horizontal
having a height, size, or location that is the same at all points
The text was aligned along the left margin.
Related Words
Relevance
Dissimilar Words
variants
also alined
1
as in agreed
to bring to or be in a state of agreement
Though we have our differences, we align on many issues.
Related Words
Dissimilar Words
2
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.
Related Words
Dissimilar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of aligned
Maureen Lee Lenker, Entertainment Weekly, 11 Oct. 2025
The fundraising haul, first shared with the Washington Examiner, reflects the totals raised for his campaign account as well as two joint fundraising committees that split proceeds between the Cornyn campaign and aligned groups.
—David Sivak, The Washington Examiner, 7 Oct. 2025
Just as technology and shifting expectations have disrupted other sectors of work, recruitment is beginning to evolve into something more flexible, more empowering, and more aligned with the value its professionals actually create.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 6 Oct. 2025
Months later, in February of this year, Murati officially launched Thinking Machines Lab, a public benefit corporation focused on developing AI systems that are more accessible, customizable, and human-aligned.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 3 Oct. 2025
The Three of Cups is about attracting aligned friendship, community, and celebration, reminding you that not all growth has to be painful or serious.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Oct. 2025
Independent voters—a leading indicator for elections—were just as frustrated with the GOP, with 41% of non-aligned voters ready to blame Republicans and just 24% of them blaming Democrats.
—Philip Elliott, Time, 30 Sep. 2025
This is one of the most aligned times of year to share your voice, book that spiritual retreat, or write the proposal that’s been sitting in your drafts.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 30 Sep. 2025
The $97 million Carruthers mission carries two co-aligned ultraviolet imagers designed for simultaneous observations of Earth's exosphere, a tenuous cloud of hydrogen gas that fades into the airless void of outer space about halfway to the Moon.
—Kyle Orland, ArsTechnica, 24 Sep. 2025
Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 6 Oct. 2025
And then comes 10/10, a numerological Ascension Portal, aligned with the Moon’s entrance into Gemini.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 5 Oct. 2025
The issue has become increasingly important following a surge in sectarian clashes in recent months that left hundreds of civilians from Syria’s Alawite and Druze communities dead, many reportedly at the hands of fighters aligned with pro-government forces.
—Eyad Kourdi, CNN Money, 5 Oct. 2025
Saturday’s look aligned her with a brand known for its romantic defiance.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 4 Oct. 2025
Traditional family law can be archaic, inconsistent and not aligned with the realities of modern relationships.
—Julia Rodgers, Fortune, 3 Oct. 2025
In short, even with risk lurking just around the corner, the economic incentives have yet aligned clearly for many companies, individuals, and municipalities.
—Justin Worland, Time, 3 Oct. 2025
Experimental data often varied wildly between labs and rarely aligned with its predictions.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 2 Oct. 2025
During the Wednesday night broadcast, Andrade aligned himself with the Don Callis Family.
—Andrew Ravens, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Oct. 2025
Adjective
In the book, the trip is much more aligned with her day-to-day work.
—Maureen Lee Lenker, Entertainment Weekly, 11 Oct. 2025
The fundraising haul, first shared with the Washington Examiner, reflects the totals raised for his campaign account as well as two joint fundraising committees that split proceeds between the Cornyn campaign and aligned groups.
—David Sivak, The Washington Examiner, 7 Oct. 2025
Just as technology and shifting expectations have disrupted other sectors of work, recruitment is beginning to evolve into something more flexible, more empowering, and more aligned with the value its professionals actually create.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 6 Oct. 2025
Months later, in February of this year, Murati officially launched Thinking Machines Lab, a public benefit corporation focused on developing AI systems that are more accessible, customizable, and human-aligned.
—Dave Smith, Fortune, 3 Oct. 2025
The Three of Cups is about attracting aligned friendship, community, and celebration, reminding you that not all growth has to be painful or serious.
—Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Oct. 2025
Independent voters—a leading indicator for elections—were just as frustrated with the GOP, with 41% of non-aligned voters ready to blame Republicans and just 24% of them blaming Democrats.
—Philip Elliott, Time, 30 Sep. 2025
This is one of the most aligned times of year to share your voice, book that spiritual retreat, or write the proposal that’s been sitting in your drafts.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 30 Sep. 2025
The $97 million Carruthers mission carries two co-aligned ultraviolet imagers designed for simultaneous observations of Earth's exosphere, a tenuous cloud of hydrogen gas that fades into the airless void of outer space about halfway to the Moon.
—Kyle Orland, ArsTechnica, 24 Sep. 2025
Verb
The clues have been there from the start, the little touches that aligned Grasso’s bifurcated personality with Tom and Robbie’s.
—Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 6 Oct. 2025
And then comes 10/10, a numerological Ascension Portal, aligned with the Moon’s entrance into Gemini.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 5 Oct. 2025
The issue has become increasingly important following a surge in sectarian clashes in recent months that left hundreds of civilians from Syria’s Alawite and Druze communities dead, many reportedly at the hands of fighters aligned with pro-government forces.
—Eyad Kourdi, CNN Money, 5 Oct. 2025
Saturday’s look aligned her with a brand known for its romantic defiance.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 4 Oct. 2025
Traditional family law can be archaic, inconsistent and not aligned with the realities of modern relationships.
—Julia Rodgers, Fortune, 3 Oct. 2025
In short, even with risk lurking just around the corner, the economic incentives have yet aligned clearly for many companies, individuals, and municipalities.
—Justin Worland, Time, 3 Oct. 2025
Experimental data often varied wildly between labs and rarely aligned with its predictions.
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 2 Oct. 2025
During the Wednesday night broadcast, Andrade aligned himself with the Don Callis Family.
—Andrew Ravens, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aligned
Adjective
-
Yeah, the time for prudent action, planning and working with comrades in different kinds of decision-making processes, developing new kinds of horizontal organizing.—
Peter D'Abrosca,
FOXNews.com,
7 Oct. 2025
-
Grass plants grow new horizontal stems in autumn.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Oct. 2025
Verb
-
The commission unanimously agreed to fine Levy with a different penalty, a total of $1,428,750 for a combination of other violations that include clearing vegetation for a parking lot, installing unpermitted fencing on state land, building the pickleball court and more.—
Phil Diehl,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Oct. 2025
-
Eager for the bloodshed, displacement and destruction to stop, many Palestinians in Gaza were relieved to hear news that Israel and Hamas had agreed to a pause in their devastating two-year war.—
Yamiche Alcindor,
NBC news,
10 Oct. 2025
Verb
-
Wells lined a ball that landed just fair down the right-field line.—
Chris Kirschner,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
-
Andrew Benintendi lined a fourth-inning sweeper from Ryan Bergert down the right-field line.—
LaMond Pope,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Aug. 2025
Adjective
-
Gustafson moved her feet, absorbed the bump from Thomas and kept her arms vertical.—
Marcus Thompson II,
New York Times,
9 Oct. 2025
-
Fox Entertainment has taken an equity stake in Holywater, a company that creates microdramas and other vertical videos, primarily through the use of AI.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Oct. 2025
Verb
-
Before referrals were halted, the effort that placed people at the Civic had already moved hard-to-reach homeless people from the street to a shelter space and, in many cases, then on to long-term housing and stability.—
Ashley Hiruko,
ProPublica,
6 Oct. 2025
-
The officer took Wallen's wrist and placed the country singer under arrest.—
Kirsten Fiscus,
Nashville Tennessean,
6 Oct. 2025
Adjective
-
The katakuchi spout is a nod to functionality, allowing for smooth pouring during tea ceremonies or morning caffeine cravings.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
10 Oct. 2025
-
Long-term success isn’t defined by smooth quarters but by the consistency of form across time.—
Eleanor Pringle,
Fortune,
10 Oct. 2025
Adjective
-
Cornerback Darnay Holmes, suffering from a thigh cramp and desperate to return to the game in the final minutes, pulled down his uniform pants — exposing his backside — while a trainer vigorously massaged the area.—
Michael Silver,
New York Times,
8 Oct. 2025
-
There are currently no uniform standards.—
Maria Williams,
USA Today,
6 Oct. 2025
Adjective
-
His size is that of a regular decorative pillow, so this simple purchase made sprucing up for the holiday as easy as can be.—
Isabella Milano,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Oct. 2025
-
After leading a blue-collar training camp and issuing regular reminders to play hard, Sturm’s message has rapidly gone viral within the room.—
Fluto Shinzawa,
New York Times,
10 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Aligned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aligned. Accessed 12 Oct. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share