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as in to integrate
to put or bring together so as to form a new and longer whole
connect all the sets of lights and attach them to the branches of the Christmas tree
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2
as in to combine
to come together to form a single unit
the two interstate highways connect, so a driver can go from one corner of the state to the other without much trouble
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as in to associate
to think of (something) in combination
opera is popularly connected with high society
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Recent Examples of connect
Uber's senior accounts are built for individuals living independently and who don't need as much assistance as those trying to access a wheelchair accessible vehicle, or those connected to a caregiver account.
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Madeline Mitchell, USA Today, 7 June 2025
The luncheon was the first of a two-part event spotlighting and connecting visionary creatives.
—Abbey White, HollywoodReporter, 7 June 2025
The route — which primarily connects the Sierra Nevada and Mono County to San Joaquin Valley and is known as a direct route to Yosemite National Park from the San Francisco Bay Area — was closed for the winter on Nov. 25.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 7 June 2025
We are connected by the generosity of the FIFA brand and the people working there.
—Liz Thach, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025
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Madeline Mitchell, USA Today, 7 June 2025
The luncheon was the first of a two-part event spotlighting and connecting visionary creatives.
—Abbey White, HollywoodReporter, 7 June 2025
The route — which primarily connects the Sierra Nevada and Mono County to San Joaquin Valley and is known as a direct route to Yosemite National Park from the San Francisco Bay Area — was closed for the winter on Nov. 25.
—David Caraccio, Sacbee.com, 7 June 2025
We are connected by the generosity of the FIFA brand and the people working there.
—Liz Thach, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for connect
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Your broader focus should be on integrating systems in a seamless way that can evolve over time, as needed.—
Swapna Sathyan,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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Unlike Yang’s other concepts (Baku is a high-end Japanese restaurant while Yama offers a more casual setting with hibachi, sushi and bento boxes), Sora focuses on French cuisine, with Asian influences integrated throughout each course.—
Samantha Husted,
Charlotte Observer,
5 June 2025
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Recognizing this reality, Mexico has developed an innovative consular model that combines diplomacy, a humanitarian approach and direct action for the benefit of its population abroad.—
Alicia G Kerber Palma,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2025
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Photo by Eric Lucero Most Popular Denver’s Inside Stories combines the capabilities of a large design firm with the hands-on approach of a smaller studio, giving clients the best of both worlds.—
Elizabeth Stamp,
Architectural Digest,
29 May 2025
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This Country Was Just Named the Safest Place to Travel in 2025 The danger can also begin well before a traveler leaves home, with fraud associated with early stage trip planning increasing 12 percent in 2024 compared to the previous year.—
Jessica Puckett,
Travel + Leisure,
3 June 2025
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Hanifa, a brand largely associated with size inclusiveness and adaptability returns with its second summer release.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
3 June 2025
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Before her exit and during the premiere episode, Escobar decided to couple up with Ace Greene.—
Charna Flam,
People.com,
5 June 2025
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To stay on the show, each Islander must couple up with another Islander or risk being dumped from the villa.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
5 June 2025
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Jenner stepped in front of the camera to model the collection, which releases on Wednesday and fuses her brand’s body-hugging approach to fashion with Findikoglu’s signature corset-heavy, Victorian-nodding artistry.—
WWD Staff,
Footwear News,
27 May 2025
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After honing his skills in top-tier kitchens in London and Paris, the chef brought his signature French style and ebullient personality to Northern California in 2008, opening concepts like Chou Chou, Bisou, and later Beso, fusing French and Spanish culinary traditions.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
20 May 2025
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Miami-Dade Fire Rescue pronounced the driver, who was not identified, dead at the scene.—
Devoun Cetoute,
Miami Herald,
6 June 2025
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The report was expected to identify 25 medical personnel to be investigated by the Connecticut Department of Health.—
Emilia Otte,
Hartford Courant,
5 June 2025
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The Star’s politics team broke down several separate but interconnected developments over the past two weeks that destabilized the legislature and could resurface when lawmakers arrive back in Jefferson City.—
Jonathan Shorman,
Kansas City Star,
28 May 2025
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The Purple Sage Energy Center will be based in Clark County, Nev., but the site is near the California border and is interconnected with the California Independent System Operator, which manages about 80% of the electric grid in the Golden State.—
Rob Nikolewski,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 May 2025
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The Matrix Behind The Scenes - Rooftop (1999) - Keanu Reeves Movie HD Mission Impossible: Rogue Nation (2015) – The Plane Hang A 2018 Vanity Fair article posited that the distance Tom Cruise runs in a movie directly correlates with how well it's received.—
Joe Salas
June 07,
New Atlas,
7 June 2025
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Swinging for softball correlates so much to the movements for throwing.—
Michael Osipoff,
Chicago Tribune,
6 June 2025
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“Connect.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/connect. Accessed 12 Jun. 2025.
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