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1
as in to agree
to bring to or be in a state of agreement
Though we have our differences, we align on many issues.
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2
as in to line
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 align
The technicals are aligned, the macro headwinds are real, the options are reasonably priced, and the risk-reward is clearly defined.
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Michael Khouw, CNBC, 5 June 2026
The report covers the period that includes Memorial Day and aligns with the start of summer break for some schools.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 4 June 2026
Thor described her political views as right leaning, which don’t always align with Evans’.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 June 2026
To get this right, work with influencers who align with your product and values.
—Wyles Daniel
june 4, Idaho Statesman, 4 June 2026
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Michael Khouw, CNBC, 5 June 2026
The report covers the period that includes Memorial Day and aligns with the start of summer break for some schools.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 4 June 2026
Thor described her political views as right leaning, which don’t always align with Evans’.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 June 2026
To get this right, work with influencers who align with your product and values.
—Wyles Daniel
june 4, Idaho Statesman, 4 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for align
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In White Mana’s case, the diner’s rise from fair exhibit to real restaurant has brought nationwide attention over the years, but most reviewers agree that its burger cooked over a bed of onions lives up to the hype.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 June 2026
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Snipes agrees, adding that in his area, yuzu trees infested with Asian citrus psyllid must be cut down to combat it.—
Rae Ford,
Martha Stewart,
7 June 2026
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While individual stars like Duran and Rivera have helped place the country on the sporting map, supporting ‘La Sele’ has quickly become the nation’s favourite pastime.—
Elias Burke,
New York Times,
10 June 2026
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The measure, placed on the ballot by the county Board of Supervisors, asks voters to support the sales tax increase to help stave off the effects of federal Medi-Cal cuts affecting county healthcare facilities.—
Steve Scauzillo,
Daily News,
10 June 2026
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The nebula’s colors appear vivid because of a filter in the spectrograph that allows specific wavelengths of light to pass through, corresponding to specific types of gas.—
Avni Trivedi,
CNN Money,
8 June 2026
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Each box needs to correspond to a different title – no counting one book in multiple boxes!—
Clare Mulroy,
USA Today,
6 June 2026
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“Align.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/align. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.
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