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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
With everything from energy-aligning chi massages to aquatic body massages, there’s plenty to choose from at Civana’s spa.
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Arati Menon, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Jan. 2026
While a lot of people exit relationships with hopes of remaining friends, Carter warns that more often than not, intentions don't align.
—Meredith Wilshere, PEOPLE, 31 Jan. 2026
Her top picks that align with 2026 design trends are vintage unlacquered brass or aged brass are standout choices.
—Ashlyn Needham, The Spruce, 30 Jan. 2026
That message aligns closely with P2P’s growing focus on involving men in conversations about accountability, support, and healing.
—Adrienne Farr, Parents, 30 Jan. 2026
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Arati Menon, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Jan. 2026
While a lot of people exit relationships with hopes of remaining friends, Carter warns that more often than not, intentions don't align.
—Meredith Wilshere, PEOPLE, 31 Jan. 2026
Her top picks that align with 2026 design trends are vintage unlacquered brass or aged brass are standout choices.
—Ashlyn Needham, The Spruce, 30 Jan. 2026
That message aligns closely with P2P’s growing focus on involving men in conversations about accountability, support, and healing.
—Adrienne Farr, Parents, 30 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for align
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But even proponents of the efforts to tackle nutrition concerns don't agree on which foods to target.—
Alan Greenblatt,
CBS News,
12 Jan. 2026
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If nothing changes, the Hispanic arts industry in Arkansas could be threatened, both musicians agreed.—
Juan Cordoba,
Arkansas Online,
12 Jan. 2026
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Receive approximately $1,965 in premium for each contract (each contract corresponds to 100 shares).—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
26 Jan. 2026
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Tolbert’s time in Denver corresponded with the Broncos’ 2016 Super Bowl win.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
25 Jan. 2026
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The result places the country among the leaders in high-temperature superconducting technology and gives researchers access to magnetic fields far beyond what is available in conventional laboratories.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
28 Jan. 2026
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Beyond condoms, the current options place a disproportionate burden on women.—
Ana Castelain,
Bloomberg,
28 Jan. 2026
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“Align.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/align. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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