assorts

verb

present tense third-person singular of assort
1
as in classifies
to arrange or assign according to type assort these butterfly specimens according to geographic origin

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2
as in blends
to form a pleasing relationship somewhat surprisingly, the collection of ancient Egyptian art assorts rather well with the museum's modern design

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  1. classifies
  2. blends
  3. ranks
  4. correlates
  5. types
  6. corresponds
  7. groups
  8. distinguishes
Verb
  • The research classifies only a portion of the domains as campaign-style addresses.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 30 July 2026
  • These cases aren’t about monetary damages, but instead injunctive relief—specifically, a court order that blocks the NCAA from disallowing an athlete whom the NCAA classifies as ineligible.
    — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 20 July 2026
Definition of classifies
Verb
  • His content blends high-energy, unfiltered reactions to chaotic internet food hacks with relatable everyday sketches that often spotlight his family life.
    — Matt Grobar, Deadline, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Rather than prescribing rigid programs or focusing solely on physical health, the resort blends science with ancient wisdom, movement, nutrition, nature, and human connection to create experiences that feel individualized rather than intimidating.
    — Gabby Shacknai, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of blends
Verb
  • Daikin Park’s 115 park factor for home runs since 2025 ranks sixth.
    — Josh Shepardson, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2026
  • The Eaton Fire ranks among the deadliest and most destructive wildfires ever recorded in California.
    — James Ward, USA Today, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of ranks
Verb
  • Based on our internal data, registration on gambling platforms correlates with higher default rates.
    — Artem Lalaiants, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
  • Appetite suppression through smelling of dark chocolate correlates with changes in ghrelin in young women.
    — Cathy Nelson, Health, 20 July 2026
Definition of correlates
Verb
  • Velin then types in the make and the color of the vehicle and prints the paper ticket on a portable printer.
    — Mary Divine, Twin Cities, 10 June 2026
  • Learn how to try the trend and which anchor types the bar tool supports.
    — Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Jan. 2026
Definition of types
Verb
  • This sentiment corresponds to many employees in workplace environments with no clear connection of how their work contributes to the organization’s mission.
    — Kate Wieczorek, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • This corresponds with property taxes of just over $3,000 annually.
    — Abigail Hall, The Conversation, 30 July 2026
Definition of corresponds
Verb
  • Because humans can readily resolve patterns in motion — when points move in the same direction, the brain groups them into a unified whole — the moving dots appear as faint letters.
    — Leslie Katz, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
Definition of groups
Verb
  • Although antineutrinos rarely interact with matter, physicists can identify them through a characteristic double-light signal that distinguishes them from background radiation.
    — Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 4 Aug. 2026
  • What distinguishes Aureus is its proprietary post-maturation finishing regime in casks that previously held Vino de Naranga (orange wine).
    — Joseph V Micallef, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of distinguishes
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