alignment

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Recent Examples of alignment But because our core mechanic relied on visual alignment in a 3D space, art had to be involved in the design process, and designers had to weigh in on the visuals. Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 23 July 2026 Engineers designed the kWIC Disconnect to maintain precise optical alignment every time crews install a replacement module. Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 23 July 2026 The term came into wider use following the 1962 Sino-Indian War to refer to the positions held by both sides after the conflict, although China and India continue to disagree on the precise alignment of the line in several areas. Encyclopedia Britannica, 22 July 2026 Such inserts, which can replace the insoles your shoes already come with, work by absorbing shock, promoting optimal foot alignment, providing supportive arch reinforcement, and stabilizing the heel. Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 22 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for alignment
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  • The Mini starts at PLN 144,000 (for reference, this works out as around US$38,000) but Craft House says that there are lots of options available, including the choice of materials, layout, and solar power, and the firm can configure it to suit.
    Adam Williams July 23, New Atlas, 24 July 2026
  • The first paved circuit is slated to open this fall, with additional layouts—and the long‑form P1 Circuit—following later in the year or in early 2027.
    Michael Harley, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
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  • The Broncos, now, will reduce the bill on an expensive front five, as the club has invested considerably into preserving offensive-line continuity in front of third-year quarterback Bo Nix.
    Luca Evans, Denver Post, 28 July 2026
  • Picking two or three anchor colors and repeating them in textiles, art, rugs, or accent pieces creates visual continuity across the room.
    Ashley Lynch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 July 2026
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  • This change comes as public market returns, driven by megacap tech, have eroded PE's historical performance edge, and investor distributions have stagnated.
    Carrie McCabe, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026
  • When aesthetics translate directly to viral content, physical retail benefits from the same distribution engine as e-commerce, and stores designed for the camera end up winning the foot traffic too.
    Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 27 July 2026
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  • For more than four decades, Tully Luxury Travel has helped discerning travelers design journeys that extend well beyond the voyage itself.
    Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 24 July 2026
  • Bryan’s team, taking inspiration from the design of the Atlanta Falcons’ wings and centering pleating into the designs, feels the most cohesive so far.
    Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 24 July 2026
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  • Novelist David Eggers lamented the business orientation of the tech entrepreneurs.
    Michael Bernick, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
  • The staff currently stands at 35, the department said in a statement Tuesday, noting that another 14 people are in a months-long process of orientation, training and shadowing veteran inspectors.
    Jennifer Peltz, Los Angeles Times, 22 July 2026
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  • 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
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  • Leaked reports suggest a release date of September 25, 2026, with early access on September 18 for Ultimate Edition and EA Play subscribers, aligning with past franchise patterns.
    Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
  • As for a souvenir to take home, try the colorful Basotho blanket, which comes in vibrant colors and patterns that also pop up in local garments and are creatively integrated into various skiing jackets and gear.
    ABC News, ABC News, 21 July 2026
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  • The civic center complex that grew into Seattle Center included core structures erected for the 1962 Seattle World’s Fair, including the Coliseum, the Seattle Center Monorail and the Space Needle.
    Dennis Romero, NBC news, 27 July 2026
  • Calm gets easier when your day has a structure that respects you.
    Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 July 2026

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“Alignment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alignment. Accessed 30 Jul. 2026.

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