coapt

verb

Definition of coaptnext
as in to connect

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for coapt
  1. connect
  2. link
  3. join
  4. tie
  5. unite
  6. adhere
  7. harness
  8. pin
Verb
  • The virtual model is then connected to its physical counterpart through sensors and data systems.
    — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 8 Nov. 2026
  • In the future, the creators hope to expand the range of accessories that could potentially be connected to the TobenONE system through additional magnetic modules.
    — Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of connect
Verb
  • This report was produced with the assistance of a proprietary tool powered by artificial intelligence and using our own originally reported, written and published news story, linked at the top.
    — Shirsho Dasgupta, Miami Herald, 11 Nov. 2026
  • Its investigations exposed abuses by Russian forces in Chechnya and offshore wealth linked to President Vladimir Putin’s inner circle.
    — Josephine Murphy, NBC news, 11 Nov. 2026
Definition of link
Verb
  • For families Children are welcomed with signature teddy bears and mini-bathrobes, and can join Peninsula Academy like a chocolate bear-painting workshop, dim sum making, or farm and garden visits.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Nov. 2026
  • The engine now joins the BE-4 in Blue Origin’s booster propulsion lineup.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of join
Verb
  • Vance isn’t the only prospective candidate tied to Trump with new problems after the midterms.
    — Shelby Talcott, semafor.com, 6 Nov. 2026
  • He’s tied for the fourth-longest points streak to start a season in league history.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of tie
Verb
  • As iconic Austin trumpeter Ephraim Owens and composer Sam Lipman undertake an ambitious collaboration uniting Ephraim’s jazz style with the Austin Symphony Orchestra, a health challenge requires them to confront new realities and limits.
    — Patrick Hipes, Deadline, 10 Nov. 2026
  • Demographers often suggest that the world is united by the crash in fertility rates.
    — Jesús Fernández-Villaverde, Foreign Affairs, 10 Nov. 2026
Definition of unite
Verb
  • Sprinkle salt mixture liberally all over turkey, patting to adhere.
    — Andy Baraghani, Bon Appetit Magazine, 5 Nov. 2026
  • These efforts should be lauded because lawyering solely to please Trump without an iota of reasonableness according to prescribed rules of law to which all lawyers must adhered is simply unacceptable.
    — Miles J. Zaremski, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of adhere
Verb
  • In a collaboration with U of A mechanical engineer Wan Shou, Cole McCallum harnessed a specialized method of 3D printing to manufacture LEGO-esque bricks from lunar dust, no binding required.
    — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 10 Nov. 2026
  • So many young automakers have tried to harness the potential of modular EVs on skateboard chassis, and a company called Hoffman is doing that in a sense, only using the guts of Tesla’s smaller sedan and SUV in tandem with their own bespoke platform.
    — Adam Ismail, The Drive, 10 Nov. 2026
Definition of harness
Verb
  • Chanel's iconic camellia appeared in both the fall and spring collections, inspiring showgoers throughout fashion month to pin their own floral flourishes onto jackets and coats.
    — Madeline Fass, Vogue, 7 Nov. 2026
  • Post them on social, repeat them multiple times daily, verbalize and make posters of them, and pin them to the top of social pages.
    — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of pin
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“Coapt.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coapt. Accessed 12 Nov. 2026.

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