as in collecting
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 compiling
Historical classification files, supplier certifications, routing documentation, communications with logistics providers and internal compliance manuals and training records are among the assets Bini said companies should be compiling with a high level of diligence.
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Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 5 Jan. 2026
This works with a Modified Velocity Obstacle (VO) algorithm combined with an Asymmetric Grey Cloud (AGC) model to assess risks and calculate the best way to avoid collisions while compiling with International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGs).
—New Atlas, 5 Jan. 2026
In a flurry of recent activity, the city has been installing payment kiosks, erecting informational signs, compiling the license plate numbers of park volunteers and establishing a website for frequent-user permits and city-resident discounts.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Jan. 2026
Given a chance Boireau proved to be a solid rotational player as a true freshman, compiling 15 tackles in 12 appearances in 2024.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 Jan. 2026
But that is a big if, because Mathis has built a dynasty at DeSoto, compiling a record of 157-34 in two stints at the school.
—Greg Riddle, Dallas Morning News, 4 Jan. 2026
For various reasons, the Dolphins have stumbled greatly in late-season cold weather road games under coach Mike McDaniel, compiling a 1-6 record.
—Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 2 Jan. 2026
But if the Longhorns had wanted to keep the public updated during nonconference play, the person tasked with compiling those reports would have been kept busy.
—Danny Davis, Austin American Statesman, 1 Jan. 2026
Luminate, the independent data provider to the Billboard charts, completes a thorough review of all data submissions used in compiling the weekly chart rankings.
—Gary Trust, Billboard, 29 Dec. 2025
Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 5 Jan. 2026
This works with a Modified Velocity Obstacle (VO) algorithm combined with an Asymmetric Grey Cloud (AGC) model to assess risks and calculate the best way to avoid collisions while compiling with International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea (COLREGs).
—New Atlas, 5 Jan. 2026
In a flurry of recent activity, the city has been installing payment kiosks, erecting informational signs, compiling the license plate numbers of park volunteers and establishing a website for frequent-user permits and city-resident discounts.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Jan. 2026
Given a chance Boireau proved to be a solid rotational player as a true freshman, compiling 15 tackles in 12 appearances in 2024.
—Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 4 Jan. 2026
But that is a big if, because Mathis has built a dynasty at DeSoto, compiling a record of 157-34 in two stints at the school.
—Greg Riddle, Dallas Morning News, 4 Jan. 2026
For various reasons, the Dolphins have stumbled greatly in late-season cold weather road games under coach Mike McDaniel, compiling a 1-6 record.
—Chris Perkins, Sun Sentinel, 2 Jan. 2026
But if the Longhorns had wanted to keep the public updated during nonconference play, the person tasked with compiling those reports would have been kept busy.
—Danny Davis, Austin American Statesman, 1 Jan. 2026
Luminate, the independent data provider to the Billboard charts, completes a thorough review of all data submissions used in compiling the weekly chart rankings.
—Gary Trust, Billboard, 29 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for compiling
collecting
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The United States and France first warned more than a decade ago that Russian satellites appeared to be spying and collecting information on their assets, including on commercially run satellites.—
Lauren Kent,
CNN Money,
9 Nov. 2025
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Those instruments stayed grounded during Melissa, while other instruments and drones collecting forecast information were deployed.—
Dinah Voyles Pulver,
USA Today,
9 Nov. 2025
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“Compiling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compiling. Accessed 7 Jan. 2026.
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