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also alinement
as in layout
the way objects in space are arranged in proper relation to one another
The alignment of the text with the pictures is off.
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Recent Examples of alignment
New Delhi’s growing alignment with Washington became even more critical as its own relationship with Beijing cratered after deadly border clashes in 2020 pushed the two Asian giants further apart than at any time in decades.
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Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 13 Aug. 2025
Still, the chance alignment of these cosmic entities lets scientists study a rich array of extraterrestrial phenomena, says Melissa McClure, an astronomer at Leiden University in the Netherlands who was not on the imaging team.
—Gayoung Lee, Scientific American, 12 Aug. 2025
At the same time, Engineering will benefit from centers of excellence that create more alignment to spark innovation and fuel transformation.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 12 Aug. 2025
Advertisement The Trump Administration's foreign and trade policies are intended to overcome those challenges by using U.S. strength to ensure closer alignment of friends and containment of enemies, mainly China.
—Ian Bremmer, Time, 11 Aug. 2025
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Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 13 Aug. 2025
Still, the chance alignment of these cosmic entities lets scientists study a rich array of extraterrestrial phenomena, says Melissa McClure, an astronomer at Leiden University in the Netherlands who was not on the imaging team.
—Gayoung Lee, Scientific American, 12 Aug. 2025
At the same time, Engineering will benefit from centers of excellence that create more alignment to spark innovation and fuel transformation.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 12 Aug. 2025
Advertisement The Trump Administration's foreign and trade policies are intended to overcome those challenges by using U.S. strength to ensure closer alignment of friends and containment of enemies, mainly China.
—Ian Bremmer, Time, 11 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for alignment
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With enough space for an open kitchen, living room, dining area, and even a small bathroom, the fully customizable cabin kit can be tailored to any layout.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
9 Sep. 2025
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Smythson’s Portobello notebook—famously toted by Gwyneth Paltrow during her victorious lawsuit defense—also appears in this helpful planner iteration with a week-to-view layout.—
Eric Twardzik,
Robb Report,
8 Sep. 2025
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If the continuity, cohesion and familiarity offered by those who stayed does not prove enough to keep Leeds in the league, the inability to sell efficiently in the summer window will be seen as one of the failings.—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
5 Sep. 2025
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Once again, Tesla’s board has sided with continuity, betting that the upside of locking Musk in outweighs the turbulence of pushing him aside.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
5 Sep. 2025
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Burns was indicted by a grand jury in Fayetteville in November and pleaded guilty to distribution of child pornography in February, according to court documents.—
NWA Democrat-Gazette,
Arkansas Online,
6 Sep. 2025
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During a conference call with reporters earlier this week, NFL EVP of media distribution Hans Schroeder confirmed that the calendar loophole in the Sports Broadcasting Act of 1961 that allowed for two years of late-summer Friday dates will temporarily close in 2026.—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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Other Notable Winners NBC’s Saturday Night Live earned recognition beyond its anniversary special, taking home three technical awards in areas like set design, lighting, and sound.—
Marc Berman,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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From Practicality to Personality Butter dishes have a long history; early designs often featured lids or even ice chambers to prevent spoilage.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Sep. 2025
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This concept—which is not currently planned to launch as a real product—revolves around a screen that spins at its center point, rotating in place from horizontal to vertical orientation.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
5 Sep. 2025
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Mounted directly to the vehicle subframe in an east-west orientation, the system’s packaging is intended to preserve space for other front-end components.—
Kaif Shaikh,
Interesting Engineering,
5 Sep. 2025
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Tropical weather experts at Colorado State University echo these predictions, saying overall atmospheric conditions, including wind patterns, will shift in a manner that supports a notable increase in activity.—
Julia Jacobo,
ABC News,
10 Sep. 2025
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Tuesday’s report states that HHS will assemble a working group of federal officials to evaluate SSRI prescribing patterns, specifically among children.—
Sarah Owermohle,
CNN Money,
9 Sep. 2025
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The problem comes when ideological casting choices begin to undermine the narrative, contravening Grisham’s famously effective structure and pacing.—
Graham Hillard,
The Washington Examiner,
5 Sep. 2025
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Keep a distance from tall, solitary trees or other elevated structures.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Alignment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alignment. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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