Definition of compilenext
as in to collect
to bring together from several sources into a single volume or list compiled the best short stories ever written into one fat book

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Recent Examples of compile According to data compiled by Axios, the number of visits to the top 100 news sites has plummeted over the past five years, from a peak of over 70 million visitors a month in July of 2024 to just over 47 million in July of 2026. — Joe Wilkins, Futurism, 24 Sep. 2026 The off-field earnings estimates were compiled through conversations with those familiar with NFL endorsement deals. — Kurt Badenhausen, Sportico.com, 23 Sep. 2026 Strand's stats — 8 of 15 for 59 yards with an interception and a lost fumble — were compiled during mop-up time against Panthers second-stringers with Bijan Robinson, Drake London and other starters on the Falcons sideline. — CBS News, 21 Sep. 2026 MuskDemis HassabisDario AmodeiSundar Pichai Whet Moser, Daniel Ajootian and the staff of the Morning newsletter compiled this week’s quiz. — New York Times, 18 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for compile
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  • While most of us start to put extra blankets on our bed during the fall for all the cozy vibes, your bed sheets are still collecting sweat, dirt, and body oil.
    — Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 27 Sep. 2026
  • Under federal law, the Forest Service can retain at least 80% of fees collected at recreation sites and use the money locally to operate, maintain and improve them.
    — Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 27 Sep. 2026

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“Compile.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compile. Accessed 30 Sep. 2026.

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