aligns

variants also alines
present tense third-person singular of align
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Recent Examples of aligns Judges should consider voluntary surrender for low-risk individuals who have demonstrated compliance, ensuring punishment aligns with the court's order without adding extraneous suffering. Walter Pavlo, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026 That drop in value aligns with what’s happened to Baltimore competitively since the start of 2025. Jayson Stark, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026 Open to filmmakers of all backgrounds, Crossroads highlights work that aligns with ABFF’s cultural spirit while offering fresh perspectives and meaningful opportunities for connection. Jack Dunn, Variety, 18 Aug. 2026 The timing of Lilly's market share gains aligns perfectly with the timeline management shared on its August earnings call , where the team explained that marketing has just begun to ramp up and consumer awareness is growing. Jeff Marks, CNBC, 17 Aug. 2026 Public support aligns with what research shows works Our research shows that roughly two-thirds of Michigan residents believe the state should spend more money on K-12 education. Jason Burns, The Conversation, 17 Aug. 2026 Their definition aligns perfectly with the boundaries of Protocol Art. Shanti Escalante-De Mattei, ARTnews.com, 17 Aug. 2026 The announcement aligns with a broader industry trend as institutions increasingly view prediction markets as financial tools. Camila Grigera Naón, Fortune, 11 Aug. 2026 Town attorney Gabrielle Whelan said the arrangement was included in the coalition’s proposal and aligns with the grant agreement. Nollyanne Delacruz, Mercury News, 11 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aligns
Verb
  • Delphine Jelk, Guerlain master perfumer and creative director of fragrance, agrees.
    Arden Fanning Andrews, Vogue, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Christine Hutter, founder and CEO of Moritz Grossmann, agrees.
    Roberta Naas, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • The public’s loss of trust corresponds with the explosive development of our information ecosystem.
    Danielle K. Brown, The Conversation, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Their size corresponds to the length from the top of the bag down to the bottom.
    BestReviews, Chicago Tribune, 18 Aug. 2026

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“Aligns.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aligns. Accessed 23 Aug. 2026.

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