variants
also alinements
as in layouts
the way objects in space are arranged in proper relation to one another
The alignment of the text with the pictures is off.
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Recent Examples of alignments
Based in Los Angeles, Weaver will continue to report to AMG CEO Elliot Grainge and his remit includes soundtracks, strategic partnerships and gaming initiatives, sync licensing, and brand alignments across the Atlantic label, 300 Entertainment and 10K Projects.
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Jem Aswad, Variety, 23 Jan. 2026
And no defense in the league has created more negative value for opposing offenses out of those alignments.
—Robert Mays, New York Times, 17 Jan. 2026
In particular, the team’s model more accurately replicated the observed numbers and alignments of branches.
—Lee Billings, Scientific American, 13 Jan. 2026
However, the technique used here still relies on rare alignments and cannot find rogue planets at will.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 3 Jan. 2026
Bargaining capital also arises through unconventional alignments of medium-size powers, each with their distinctive niches.
—Boris Babic, Fortune, 3 Jan. 2026
But our alignments go well beyond basketball and athletics.
—Bill Center, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Dec. 2025
Witness historic alignments at Angel Mounds Before Europeans colonized the Americas, Indigenous people built 12 earthen mounds throughout what is now Evansville, Indiana.
—Karl Schneider, IndyStar, 19 Dec. 2025
Minasian said Vitello is still looking at different alignments.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 19 Dec. 2025
Jem Aswad, Variety, 23 Jan. 2026
And no defense in the league has created more negative value for opposing offenses out of those alignments.
—Robert Mays, New York Times, 17 Jan. 2026
In particular, the team’s model more accurately replicated the observed numbers and alignments of branches.
—Lee Billings, Scientific American, 13 Jan. 2026
However, the technique used here still relies on rare alignments and cannot find rogue planets at will.
—Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 3 Jan. 2026
Bargaining capital also arises through unconventional alignments of medium-size powers, each with their distinctive niches.
—Boris Babic, Fortune, 3 Jan. 2026
But our alignments go well beyond basketball and athletics.
—Bill Center, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Dec. 2025
Witness historic alignments at Angel Mounds Before Europeans colonized the Americas, Indigenous people built 12 earthen mounds throughout what is now Evansville, Indiana.
—Karl Schneider, IndyStar, 19 Dec. 2025
Minasian said Vitello is still looking at different alignments.
—Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 19 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for alignments
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As vehicles move toward higher levels of automation, interior layouts are being rethought.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Jan. 2026
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Tagle notes these layouts showcase craftsmanship and express design intent, creating a bespoke feel.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 Jan. 2026
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Over the past decade, Broadcom (AVGO) stock has delivered an impressive $51 Bil back to its shareholders through cash distributions in the form of dividends and buybacks.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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In each case, Wheeler says his money was deposited into accounts for Powell’s Neptune Theatrical Productions and commingled by Powell, who did not provide investment documents, financial updates or distributions, even as Powell shared profits with other investors.—
Justin Wingerter,
Denver Post,
21 Jan. 2026
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Aside from tying elements in a room together, rugs also allow homeowners to experiment with bolder patterns and geometries—without committing to a permanent wall treatment.—
Sophie Aliece Hollis,
Martha Stewart,
7 Jan. 2026
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The researchers stressed that the findings relate to long-term eating patterns rather than occasional indulgent meals.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
7 Jan. 2026
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The ever-present discontent of voters Even as the pendulum has swung back and forth in recent Chilean presidential elections, there are deeper continuities across the different Chilean governments in the 21st century.—
Andra B. Chastain,
The Conversation,
15 Dec. 2025
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And yet the odd effect of Larsen and Letteney’s study is to make the continuities more vivid to us than the breaks.—
Adam Gopnik,
New Yorker,
8 Dec. 2025
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The Immigration Justice Project will initially offer legal screenings, orientations, advice, referrals and pro se assistance for those looking to represent themselves, said interim director Laura Flores.—
Alexandra Mendoza,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Jan. 2026
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These interactions lock spins into preferred orientations.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Dec. 2025
Noun
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Arizona Suede Sandal The Arizona is one of Birkenstock’s most recognizable designs for its famous cork footbed and double buckle closure—now reimagined with sheepskin-lining for cold-weather travel or a cozy staycation.—
Julia Morlino,
Travel + Leisure,
13 Jan. 2026
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Among the silver items were a tripod jar and a silver goblet with remarkable designs of grape and honeysuckle.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Jan. 2026
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Managing subscription bundles across dozens of countries — each with different telecom partners, regulatory requirements, and pricing structures — used to require dedicated operations teams for each region.—
Kolawole Samuel Adebayo,
Forbes.com,
25 Jan. 2026
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While other episodic galaxies are expected to have similar structures, J1007+3540’s are especially clear.—
K. R. Callaway,
Scientific American,
24 Jan. 2026
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Instead, most elements are choreographic—step sequences, hydroplaning, and twizzles (a continuous forward-moving twirl on one foot).—
Natasha O'Neill,
Vanity Fair,
26 Jan. 2026
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There are several virtuosic sequences, including the plane crash and Linda’s duel to the death with the boar, that fully justify the film’s R rating and induce laughter with their audacity.—
Frank Scheck,
HollywoodReporter,
26 Jan. 2026
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“Alignments.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alignments. Accessed 31 Jan. 2026.
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