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1
as in agreeing
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 lining
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 aligning
Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Sep. 2025
Martin K.n Siele, semafor.com, 6 Jan. 2026
Kim has also boosted his diplomatic credentials by aligning with Russia over its war in Ukraine and tightening relations with China.
—CBS News, 4 Jan. 2026
For months Trump has been seeking the ouster of Maduro, and aligning the United States with opposition figures who contest the legitimacy of his presidency.
—Conor Friedersdorf, The Atlantic, 3 Jan. 2026
Some have seen Minaj’s appearance at the event as the rapper aligning with Turning Point’s historically anti-trans and queerphobic leadership.
—Mankaprr Conteh, Rolling Stone, 2 Jan. 2026
For the greatest success, fine-tune your seeding times to match the specific turf type, aligning these to local environmental conditions.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 31 Dec. 2025
The Gemini moon aligning with Pluto can bring what’s buried up for release.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 31 Dec. 2025
After lashing out at Shapiro and seemingly aligning herself with Carlson, Candace Owens and Jack Posobiec, Kelly took heat from former friends and supporters who accused her of trading her credibility for clicks.
—Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 31 Dec. 2025
Your Digestive Health Improves The high water content in celery and celery juice supports digestion, aligning with studies highlighting the importance of adequate hydration for digestive health.
—Hannah Coakley, Verywell Health, 30 Dec. 2025
Noun
The only justice who agreed with Thomas with less frequency was liberal Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson, with the two aligning on 54 percent of cases.
—Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Sep. 2025
Verb
The continent’s flagship tournament will move to this new rhythm from 2028, aligning with European football calendars, after years of lobbying from Western club managers who complained their top African players were unavailable during AFCON season.
—Martin K.n Siele, semafor.com, 6 Jan. 2026
Kim has also boosted his diplomatic credentials by aligning with Russia over its war in Ukraine and tightening relations with China.
—CBS News, 4 Jan. 2026
For months Trump has been seeking the ouster of Maduro, and aligning the United States with opposition figures who contest the legitimacy of his presidency.
—Conor Friedersdorf, The Atlantic, 3 Jan. 2026
Some have seen Minaj’s appearance at the event as the rapper aligning with Turning Point’s historically anti-trans and queerphobic leadership.
—Mankaprr Conteh, Rolling Stone, 2 Jan. 2026
For the greatest success, fine-tune your seeding times to match the specific turf type, aligning these to local environmental conditions.
—Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 31 Dec. 2025
The Gemini moon aligning with Pluto can bring what’s buried up for release.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 31 Dec. 2025
After lashing out at Shapiro and seemingly aligning herself with Carlson, Candace Owens and Jack Posobiec, Kelly took heat from former friends and supporters who accused her of trading her credibility for clicks.
—Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 31 Dec. 2025
Your Digestive Health Improves The high water content in celery and celery juice supports digestion, aligning with studies highlighting the importance of adequate hydration for digestive health.
—Hannah Coakley, Verywell Health, 30 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aligning
Noun
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The revisions would mark a notable shift, coming six years after the Shafter-to-Bakersfield alignment was approved and four years after finalization of the Bakersfield-to-Palmdale segment.—
Daniel Orton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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With simple alignment, tunable focusing, and high transmission, this plasma lens could usher in a new era of attosecond science, from mapping electron motion in complex materials to advancing ultrafast quantum technologies and microscopy.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Nov. 2025
Verb
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This comes amid wider Russian attack on cities closer to Ukraine's front-line regions, signaling that Moscow has no intention of easing up its targeting of infrastructure or agreeing to any ceasefire.—
Brendan Cole,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Nov. 2025
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With Solomon already agreeing to give up control, and neither Solomon nor Icahn likely to be on the continuing board, there is no reason why this should get contentious.—
Kenneth Squire,
CNBC,
8 Nov. 2025
Verb
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The honor marks Woods’ first appearance on the First Team, placing him among an elite group of 24 boys and girls selected for their outstanding performance throughout the season.—
Julio Cesar Valdera Morales,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Nov. 2025
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Consider hand-washing or placing the most delicate black garments in a mesh washing bag to offer even more protection.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
8 Nov. 2025
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“Aligning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aligning. Accessed 8 Jan. 2026.
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