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as in horizontal
having a height, size, or location that is the same at all points
The text was aligned along the left margin.
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as in agreed
to bring to or be in a state of agreement
Though we have our differences, we align on many issues.
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as in lined
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 aligned
Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 9 Jan. 2026
Like many comic actors before him — Peter Sellers, Robin Williams, Steve Carell, Melissa McCarthy, Chris Rock, Eddie Murphy — Arnett proves that comedy and drama are very much aligned in a talented actor.
—Carole Horst, Variety, 8 Jan. 2026
People seated together in worship, imperfectly aligned but present.
—Philip Martin, Washington Post, 7 Jan. 2026
July 23 – August 22 Your fierce heart and powerful drive are more aligned than ever.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 7 Jan. 2026
Data sharing, care coordination and aligned policy strategies can significantly improve engagement and continuity of care.
—Chicago Tribune, 4 Jan. 2026
At the start of the year, this New Moon asks you to stop doing everything alone and to trust that aligned support exists.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 30 Dec. 2025
Usually critics groups aren’t so aligned with industry sentiment but that appears to be the trajectory here.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 26 Dec. 2025
But there isn’t really a football club out there that doesn’t have a pub or two, old or new, where supporters can feel aligned to the team’s history and everybody seems to have a shared purpose.
—Daniel Taylor, New York Times, 24 Dec. 2025
Sarah Henry, AZCentral.com, 9 Nov. 2025
The orbiters are expected to linger in a holding pattern before heading for Mars next year when the red planet is better aligned for a less fuel-intensive journey.
—Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 9 Nov. 2025
Experts from the Independent Forensic Expert Group said that the men's treatment aligned with the United Nations’ definition of torture.
—Tamia Fowlkes, jsonline.com, 9 Nov. 2025
Speaking on The Allison Hagendorf Show, Perry, the lead singer, explained just how the stars aligned for 4 Non Blondes to take the stage together once again.
—Virginia Chamlee, PEOPLE, 8 Nov. 2025
Earlier stories in that newspaper described López Torres as a ruthless trafficker who has killed dozens and was earlier aligned with Colombia’s right-wing paramilitary forces, known as the United Self-Defense Forces of Colombia, or the Spanish acronym AUC.
—Antonio Maria Delgado, Miami Herald, 7 Nov. 2025
The outcome came on a night of decisive wins for candidates in various races aligned with the Mecklenburg County Democratic Party.
—Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 7 Nov. 2025
Tellingly, only 1% of this year’s new voting members identified as being most aligned with the country genre.
—Melinda Newman, Billboard, 7 Nov. 2025
Black recently aligned with his real-life wife, Zelina, after turning heel.
—Fernando Quiles Jr, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Nov. 2025
Adjective
Continuity and operational excellence are the company’s priorities, Buyukpepe said, adding that hiring and workforce planning remain aligned with its long-term growth, innovation and customer needs.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 9 Jan. 2026
Like many comic actors before him — Peter Sellers, Robin Williams, Steve Carell, Melissa McCarthy, Chris Rock, Eddie Murphy — Arnett proves that comedy and drama are very much aligned in a talented actor.
—Carole Horst, Variety, 8 Jan. 2026
People seated together in worship, imperfectly aligned but present.
—Philip Martin, Washington Post, 7 Jan. 2026
July 23 – August 22 Your fierce heart and powerful drive are more aligned than ever.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 7 Jan. 2026
Data sharing, care coordination and aligned policy strategies can significantly improve engagement and continuity of care.
—Chicago Tribune, 4 Jan. 2026
At the start of the year, this New Moon asks you to stop doing everything alone and to trust that aligned support exists.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 30 Dec. 2025
Usually critics groups aren’t so aligned with industry sentiment but that appears to be the trajectory here.
—Pete Hammond, Deadline, 26 Dec. 2025
But there isn’t really a football club out there that doesn’t have a pub or two, old or new, where supporters can feel aligned to the team’s history and everybody seems to have a shared purpose.
—Daniel Taylor, New York Times, 24 Dec. 2025
Verb
Conditions have aligned for the perfect opportunity to burn.
—Sarah Henry, AZCentral.com, 9 Nov. 2025
The orbiters are expected to linger in a holding pattern before heading for Mars next year when the red planet is better aligned for a less fuel-intensive journey.
—Jackie Wattles, CNN Money, 9 Nov. 2025
Experts from the Independent Forensic Expert Group said that the men's treatment aligned with the United Nations’ definition of torture.
—Tamia Fowlkes, jsonline.com, 9 Nov. 2025
Speaking on The Allison Hagendorf Show, Perry, the lead singer, explained just how the stars aligned for 4 Non Blondes to take the stage together once again.
—Virginia Chamlee, PEOPLE, 8 Nov. 2025
Earlier stories in that newspaper described López Torres as a ruthless trafficker who has killed dozens and was earlier aligned with Colombia’s right-wing paramilitary forces, known as the United Self-Defense Forces of Colombia, or the Spanish acronym AUC.
—Antonio Maria Delgado, Miami Herald, 7 Nov. 2025
The outcome came on a night of decisive wins for candidates in various races aligned with the Mecklenburg County Democratic Party.
—Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 7 Nov. 2025
Tellingly, only 1% of this year’s new voting members identified as being most aligned with the country genre.
—Melinda Newman, Billboard, 7 Nov. 2025
Black recently aligned with his real-life wife, Zelina, after turning heel.
—Fernando Quiles Jr, MSNBC Newsweek, 7 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aligned
Adjective
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But ultimately, this was a decision that came down to AT&T's desire for a new horizontal location with significant acreage for development.—
S.E. Jenkins,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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Wipe in circular motions with a lint-free microfiber cloth to loosen grime, then finish with long, horizontal swipes.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
7 Jan. 2026
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The dispute was resolved after Singh agreed to provide additional context, explaining that the files were collaborative documents shared among participants through the messaging app Signal.—
Ryan Macasero,
Mercury News,
10 Jan. 2026
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The state of Idaho asked the Supreme Court to hear the case, and this past summer the court agreed to review it.—
Becca Savransky,
Idaho Statesman,
10 Jan. 2026
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Wells lined a ball that landed just fair down the right-field line.—
Chris Kirschner,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
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Andrew Benintendi lined a fourth-inning sweeper from Ryan Bergert down the right-field line.—
LaMond Pope,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The company presented the AIR ONE, an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Jan. 2026
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Space-savers will include pull-out vertical pantries that slide into narrow spaces, toe-kick drawers that utilize the area beneath your cabinets and corner carousel units that make those awkward spaces accessible.—
Lew Sichelman,
Miami Herald,
9 Jan. 2026
Verb
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In a world of wifi and streaming, give me the reels of film that have to be carefully placed and changed.—
Keith Sharon,
Nashville Tennessean,
9 Nov. 2025
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The Cake Wedding cake orders are often placed later in the wedding planning process, sometimes just three weeks before the event, and can cost $540 on average, according to the Knot.—
Vanessa Yurkevich,
CNN Money,
9 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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The wide waistband, which stays in place without feeling constricting, has a seamless design for a smooth look.—
Isabel Garcia,
PEOPLE,
11 Jan. 2026
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Martha Stewart is 84 years old and has some of the most enviable, smooth, radiant, and seemingly pore-free skin.—
Tamim Alnuweiri,
InStyle,
11 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Unlike many royal tiaras which feature sharp geometric spikes of diamonds or uniform loops, the Spencer Tiara has a more natural design known as the garland style.—
Bailey Bujnosek,
InStyle,
8 Jan. 2026
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Navigation is tuned for pools that are not uniform basins.—
IE Creative Studio,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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He was eventually promoted to the 53-man roster and played in the final five games of the regular season.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Jan. 2026
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Love threw for 323 and four touchdowns after missing the final two regular-season games.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
11 Jan. 2026
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“Aligned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aligned. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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