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also alined
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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also alined
1
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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2
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
Dalton Ross, EW.com, 10 Apr. 2025
Brand, too, has become aligned with the political right, making appearances alongside Tucker Carlson and attending the Republican National Convention.
—Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 9 Apr. 2025
The mission of the Black Arts Council and the mission that Fred and I put forth in our collection are closely aligned.
—Keyaira Boone, Essence, 9 Apr. 2025
This will ensure that the objectives of the test are aligned with the organization’s broader security goals.
—Kevin Pierce, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
This gambler then bet $5, hit spin and watched as the symbols flashed across the screen until three Monopoly jackpot symbols aligned.
—Helena Wegner, Miami Herald, 9 Apr. 2025
The coaching staff successfully identified transfers who not only possessed talent but also aligned well with the system and brought a level of maturity.
—Sindiswa Mabunda, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Without clear direction on how to balance these competing factors, even the most sophisticated AI will struggle to make decisions aligned with business goals.
—Pieter Van Schalkwyk, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
School board member Roberto Alonso also spoke at the February meeting and aligned himself with Gallon, asking the school district to provide a memo related to how BusPatrol revenue is being spent.
—Clara-Sophia Daly, Miami Herald, 5 Mar. 2025
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But the stars have aligned for Mary!
—Dalton Ross, EW.com, 10 Apr. 2025
Brand, too, has become aligned with the political right, making appearances alongside Tucker Carlson and attending the Republican National Convention.
—Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 9 Apr. 2025
The mission of the Black Arts Council and the mission that Fred and I put forth in our collection are closely aligned.
—Keyaira Boone, Essence, 9 Apr. 2025
This will ensure that the objectives of the test are aligned with the organization’s broader security goals.
—Kevin Pierce, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
This gambler then bet $5, hit spin and watched as the symbols flashed across the screen until three Monopoly jackpot symbols aligned.
—Helena Wegner, Miami Herald, 9 Apr. 2025
The coaching staff successfully identified transfers who not only possessed talent but also aligned well with the system and brought a level of maturity.
—Sindiswa Mabunda, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
Without clear direction on how to balance these competing factors, even the most sophisticated AI will struggle to make decisions aligned with business goals.
—Pieter Van Schalkwyk, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025
School board member Roberto Alonso also spoke at the February meeting and aligned himself with Gallon, asking the school district to provide a memo related to how BusPatrol revenue is being spent.
—Clara-Sophia Daly, Miami Herald, 5 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aligned
Adjective
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The Grammy Award-winning artist styled a pair of loose-fitting black jeans with coordinated flats and a Balenciaga polo in a base shade of blue with black and faint pink horizontal stripes.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
22 Apr. 2025
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That battery-electric, four-passenger aircraft will take off and land vertically, then transition to horizontal flight at speeds of up to 150mph.—
Rob Pegoraro,
PC Magazine,
17 Apr. 2025
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While a traffic signal remains infeasible at the intersection, staff and the applicant agreed to further traffic calming methods such as signage and striping to enhance the safety of vehicles traveling on the road.—
Karen Billing,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Mar. 2025
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The Freedom Caucus agreed to a $4 trillion hike in the federal debt ceiling, but only if accompanied by the $2 trillion in cuts.—
David Sivak,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
25 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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The artwork resembles the shell of a room that is unravelled to form a flat, vertical structure, like a deconstructed box.—
Megan Williams,
CNN Money,
1 May 2025
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Look for spaces in your home that are unfinished, such as the basement or garage, where vertical storage won’t feel out of place.—
Kristine Gill,
Better Homes & Gardens,
1 May 2025
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Researchers from Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) have developed a microscopic brain sensor which is so tiny that it can be placed in the small gap between your hair follicles on the scalp, slightly under the skin.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
13 Apr. 2025
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While more invasive signal capture methods, such as brain implants, are possible, research by Georgia Tech sought to create sensors that are easily placed and reliably manufactured.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
13 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Antioxidant-rich extracts from green tea and ginseng nourish, while lactic acid works in tandem to offer gentle exfoliation for a smoother texture.—
Conçetta Ciarlo,
Vogue,
28 Apr. 2025
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While his speed has been knocked by evaluators, McMillan is a smooth route runner who can get open with his short-area quickness.—
Mike Kaye,
Charlotte Observer,
25 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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There’s half an avocado in each burrito, with hunks of the creamy fruit giving the middle a uniform luxurious texture.—
Jenn Harris,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2025
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Currently, the market is trying to address the challenge of producing enough volume and maintaining a uniform quality.—
Simi Thambi,
Forbes.com,
26 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Research suggests that regular cannabis users often have a lower waist circumference and may be less likely to be obese, which could contribute to better glycemic control and overall health.—
Tribune Content Agency,
Mercury News,
22 Apr. 2025
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Still in regular contact with his two now-teenagers by his fashion designer ex-wife, Georgina Chapman, Weinstein had wanted to shield them from the fact of his cancer.—
Phoebe Eaton,
HollywoodReporter,
22 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Francis hailed as 'true advocate for peace' In 2019, Francis became the first pontiff to set foot on the peninsula where Islam was born.—
N'dea Yancey-Bragg,
USA Today,
22 Apr. 2025
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But against the Cavaliers, against the length of Jarrett Allen and Evan Mobley, Ware stands essential, on a Heat roster that lacks a true backup center.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
21 Apr. 2025
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“Aligned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aligned. Accessed 5 May. 2025.
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