coapts

verb

present tense third-person singular of coapt
as in connects

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for coapts
  1. connects
  2. links
  3. joins
  4. adheres
  5. clamps
  6. ties
  7. unites
  8. clips
Verb
  • The design connects both MSR units to an integrated Energy Storage System (ESS) using a parallel power-sharing configuration.
    — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 18 July 2026
  • Stockman further enhances that shaded footprint with a zip-in panel that connects the two individual side awnings into a complete 360-degree setup comparable to models on offer by Bundutec and Naturnest.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 17 July 2026
Definition of connects
Verb
  • Separately, a large body of research led by psychologist James Gross links habitual emotional suppression to higher long-term rates of depression and anxiety.
    — Kevin Kruse, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
  • Public discourse habitually links dollar death to sudden economic disaster—a cratering currency, sovereign debt default, or hyperinflation.
    — Philipp Carlsson-Szlezak, Fortune, 17 July 2026
Definition of links
Verb
  • Welcome to Derry, joins the cast as Mac, a drag racer who introduces Cole to the world of competitive racing.
    — Allison DeGrushe, Entertainment Weekly, 19 July 2026
  • Devers joins Kyle Schwarber, Juan Soto and Matt Olson as the only players to hit at least 20 homers in each of the last eight full seasons (excluding 2020).
    — Justice delos Santos, Mercury News, 19 July 2026
Definition of joins
Verb
  • This helps ensure the new grout adheres properly.
    — Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 10 June 2026
  • Though Ecco adheres by the principle that form follows function, its walking shoes are still mighty stylish.
    — Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 6 June 2026
Definition of adheres
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  • The twisting barrel easily clamps to hair (without pulling) and gives you long-lasting curls for up to two days.
    — Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 25 June 2026
  • The Pocket Grip also features a central hex drive that clamps a standard hex bit.
    — Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 4 Mar. 2026
Definition of clamps
Verb
  • And a pair of overalls really ties together any outfit within seconds — whether layered over a tank top or tee for summer or a sweater for fall.
    — Olivia Dubyak, PEOPLE, 14 July 2026
  • The best player of the previous decade, the link that ties Barry Bonds and Albert Pujols to Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani, has not taken an All-Star at-bat this decade.
    — Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026
Definition of ties
Verb
  • The upcoming showcase unites over twenty-five works from across the artist’s career, including paintings, sculptures, and prints, alongside kinetic and light works, drawing from Tate’s collection and the Robert Rauschenberg Foundation.
    — News Desk, Artforum, 14 July 2026
  • What unites them is the belief that camps can help mold character and instill the values children will carry into adulthood.
    — Seth T. Kannarr, Fortune, 13 July 2026
Definition of unites
Verb
  • All of my essentials are packed in my Stowaway, which clips into my weekender as a bag organizer, and can clip out to be worn on its own as a crossbody when walking around during the day or as a clutch when going out in the evening.
    — Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 16 July 2026
  • This compact tote folds into a small pouch that clips directly onto your keys and expands into a functional bag when needed.
    — Corein Carter, Forbes.com, 29 May 2026
Definition of clips
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