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noun

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as in cartel
a number of businesses or enterprises united for commercial advantage charged that the cable companies had formed an illegal combine for the purpose of keeping rates artificially high

Synonyms & Similar Words

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Synonym Chooser

How does the verb combine differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of combine are associate, connect, join, link, relate, and unite. While all these words mean "to bring or come together into some manner of union," combine implies some merging or mingling with corresponding loss of identity of each unit.

combined jazz and rock to create a new music

When would associate be a good substitute for combine?

The meanings of associate and combine largely overlap; however, associate stresses the mere fact of frequent occurrence or existence together in space or in logical relation.

opera is popularly associated with high society

When is it sensible to use connect instead of combine?

While in some cases nearly identical to combine, connect suggests a loose or external attachment with little or no loss of identity.

a mutual defense treaty connected the two nations

When might join be a better fit than combine?

Although the words join and combine have much in common, join implies a bringing into contact or conjunction of any degree of closeness.

joined forces in an effort to win

In what contexts can link take the place of combine?

The synonyms link and combine are sometimes interchangeable, but link may imply strong connection or inseparability of elements still retaining identity.

a name forever linked with liberty

When can relate be used instead of combine?

The words relate and combine can be used in similar contexts, but relate suggests the existence of a real or presumed logical connection.

related what he observed to what he already knew

When is unite a more appropriate choice than combine?

The words unite and combine are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, unite implies somewhat greater loss of separate identity.

the colonies united to form a republic

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of combine
Verb
This concentration, combined with elevated levels of speculative investment in the technology, has led some economists to warn that a few critical shocks could be sufficient to trigger a major correction that would wipe out stock market gains in a manner reminiscent of the dot-com bubble. Hugh Cameron, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 Oct. 2025 The exhibit, which visited Milan and London earlier this year, explored six decades of design with a 7,500-square-foot multisensory installation combining fashion and contemporary art. Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 27 Oct. 2025
Noun
Elsewhere, the style’s upper combines both real and synthetic leathers with a nylon ripstop material. Riley Jones, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2025 Harvest season turned tragic in rural Cass County on Thursday, when a combine and a BNSF train collided about five miles northwest of Page, killing the combine driver. Matt Henson, Twin Cities, 11 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for combine
Recent Examples of Synonyms for combine
Verb
  • The historic East Wing has long been connected with first ladies throughout history.
    Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2025
  • By coupling the Cannes premiere with structured industry access, organizers hope to create visibility for participants while connecting Indonesian production capacity with international distribution channels.
    Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 23 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Corals spawn by releasing eggs and sperm to mix in the water and settle, but ocean currents will prevent those reproductive cells from drifting south, Cunning said.
    Evan Bush, NBC news, 23 Oct. 2025
  • By simulating thousands of powder and nanoparticle mixes, Citrine’s platform homed in on a high-strength alloy called AL 7A77, now used as the first 3D-printable aluminum powder that meets aerospace specs.
    Srishti Gupta, Interesting Engineering, 23 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • The administration has not publicly released a legal framework for the operations, relying instead on policy arguments about overdose deaths and cartel violence.
    Amanda Castro, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Oct. 2025
  • The White House, meanwhile, defended the new military offensive, stating that Trump is simply following through on his promises to combat cartels and, in doing so, is providing more transparency than past presidents.
    Brendan Rascius, Miami Herald, 24 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • The combination of snow and strong winds is expected to reduce visibility, create slick and icy roads—particularly on bridges and overpasses—and potentially down trees or branches.
    Martha McHardy, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Oct. 2025
  • This combination can turn daily, simple tasks like washing hands or brushing teeth into an entire cleaning session.
    Lauren Bengtson, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Canvas’ co-chief executive officer Devin Gilmarti spoke of the importance of fashion diplomacy and the idea that creation can unite nations.
    Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2025
  • However, when the students have difficulty getting along, a cheerleader named Addison (Meg Donnelly) and a zombie named Zed (Milo Manheim) team up to unite them.
    Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 23 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Ideal tutors will also integrate her extracurricular interests—such as golfing, boxing, and cosmetology—into her academic agenda.
    Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 28 Oct. 2025
  • Grounded in a model that links psychological well-being to ecological well-being, CPA-NA helps clinicians integrate climate awareness into their practice and communities.
    Melissa Jun Rowley, Rolling Stone, 28 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Elon Musk’s SpaceX has disabled more than 2,500 Starlink devices in and around scam centers in Myanmar, following warnings from activists that mainly Chinese syndicates were using the technology to defraud people worldwide.
    Mithil Aggarwal, NBC news, 23 Oct. 2025
  • Jones confidential info about Player 3’w medical condition for the February 9, 2023 and January 15, 2024 games and leaked that info to co-conspirators in the gambling syndicate.
    Dominic Patten, Deadline, 23 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Strikes continued to hammer Ukraine as the leader traveled to London to engage in the coalition talks.
    Mitchell McCluskey, CNN Money, 24 Oct. 2025
  • The measure’s submission set the stage for a battle with business coalitions and wealth donors.
    Cathie Anderson, Sacbee.com, 24 Oct. 2025

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“Combine.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/combine. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.

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