as in merging
the act or an instance of joining two or more things into one
the connecting of the truck to the trailer was easily accomplished
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as in integrating
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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as in combining
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 associating
to think of (something) in combination
opera is popularly connected with high society
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Recent Examples of connecting
Cori Sears, The Spruce, 27 Jan. 2026
That drive ended with Darnold and Smith-Njigba connecting for a 14-yard touchdown.
—Michael-Shawn Dugar, New York Times, 26 Jan. 2026
The power-plant theory is an iteration of that tradition—a movement away from mystical explanations such as the Curse of the Billy Goat and toward shareable deep dives, investigations, and dot-connecting.
—Kaitlyn Tiffany, The Atlantic, 23 Jan. 2026
SpaceX's Starlink constellation, which now totals more than 9,100 operational satellites, provides internet access to areas around the world where other means of connecting are either sparse non existent.
—Robert Z. Pearlman, Space.com, 7 Dec. 2025
Thankfully, due to a lot of personal research, the connecting of many dots, and a strong Wi-Fi signal, Teddy has uncovered the truth.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 23 Oct. 2025
New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 16 Feb. 2026
So mature, his conviction, his instincts, his fearlessness, and to give something which is so different yet so connecting.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 16 Oct. 2025
April Roach,gaelle Legrand, CNBC, 11 Mar. 2026
My bet is that the most valuable players will own IP that travels across formats, connecting with loyal audiences on any screen.
—Max Cutler, HollywoodReporter, 10 Mar. 2026
Bryan Clayton is the CEO of GreenPal, a website dedicated to connecting homeowners with lawn care professionals in their area.
—Cori Sears, The Spruce, 10 Mar. 2026
Travel is no longer just about seeing, but about feeling, resting, connecting with people, culture and yourself.
—Footwear News, 10 Mar. 2026
The thread connecting all of it?
—Kevin Sintumuang, Outside, 10 Mar. 2026
And in many ways, what Bilt is now facilitating is actually connecting local businesses to local customers, but through your home.
—Liz Hoffman, semafor.com, 10 Mar. 2026
Accessibility Despite the villa’s vertiginous surroundings, the elevators connecting the reception and the main villa ensure wheelchair access to the rooms.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Mar. 2026
Airspace closures and restrictions across much of the Gulf have stranded passengers not only in the region but also in cities far from the conflict after connecting flights through major airline hubs were canceled.
—ABC News, 4 Mar. 2026
Noun
According to Ryan, the right kitchen sells the dream of entertaining, connecting, and living well.
—Cori Sears, The Spruce, 27 Jan. 2026
That drive ended with Darnold and Smith-Njigba connecting for a 14-yard touchdown.
—Michael-Shawn Dugar, New York Times, 26 Jan. 2026
The power-plant theory is an iteration of that tradition—a movement away from mystical explanations such as the Curse of the Billy Goat and toward shareable deep dives, investigations, and dot-connecting.
—Kaitlyn Tiffany, The Atlantic, 23 Jan. 2026
SpaceX's Starlink constellation, which now totals more than 9,100 operational satellites, provides internet access to areas around the world where other means of connecting are either sparse non existent.
—Robert Z. Pearlman, Space.com, 7 Dec. 2025
Thankfully, due to a lot of personal research, the connecting of many dots, and a strong Wi-Fi signal, Teddy has uncovered the truth.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 23 Oct. 2025
Adjective
Gateway is modified to first repair the old 1910 tunnel immediately and construct a more economical new tunnel (without expensive and unneeded bench walls and cross-connecting passageways) and link it directly into Penn Station.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 16 Feb. 2026
So mature, his conviction, his instincts, his fearlessness, and to give something which is so different yet so connecting.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 16 Oct. 2025
Verb
All new data centers connecting to the grid must now provide dispatchable power — electricity that can be turned on or off depending on the national grid’s needs — or have the capacity to store energy.
—April Roach,gaelle Legrand, CNBC, 11 Mar. 2026
My bet is that the most valuable players will own IP that travels across formats, connecting with loyal audiences on any screen.
—Max Cutler, HollywoodReporter, 10 Mar. 2026
Bryan Clayton is the CEO of GreenPal, a website dedicated to connecting homeowners with lawn care professionals in their area.
—Cori Sears, The Spruce, 10 Mar. 2026
Travel is no longer just about seeing, but about feeling, resting, connecting with people, culture and yourself.
—Footwear News, 10 Mar. 2026
The thread connecting all of it?
—Kevin Sintumuang, Outside, 10 Mar. 2026
And in many ways, what Bilt is now facilitating is actually connecting local businesses to local customers, but through your home.
—Liz Hoffman, semafor.com, 10 Mar. 2026
Accessibility Despite the villa’s vertiginous surroundings, the elevators connecting the reception and the main villa ensure wheelchair access to the rooms.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Mar. 2026
Airspace closures and restrictions across much of the Gulf have stranded passengers not only in the region but also in cities far from the conflict after connecting flights through major airline hubs were canceled.
—ABC News, 4 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for connecting
Noun
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These roads are often heavily congested during rush hours, leading to aggressive merging behaviors due to the limited space available to drivers.—
Wyles Daniel,
USA TODAY,
27 Feb. 2026
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Executives at Paramount have argued that merging will be good for consumers and the wider industry.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
26 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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With connected Venus stepping into your 7th House of Companions, you’re being encouraged to ask kindly and listen closely.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
6 Mar. 2026
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Speaking of logos, the connected PR on the hats never gets old.—
Johnny Flores Jr,
New York Times,
6 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Conceived as Netflix’s global production and innovation studio in India, the Hyderabad facility will specialize in high-end VFX work, virtual production and emerging production technologies, integrating into the streamer’s worldwide production infrastructure.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
12 Mar. 2026
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The road ahead However, as AI models improve and businesses become more savvy at integrating new tools, Llewellyn is hopeful about their utility.—
Sydney Goh,
CNBC,
11 Mar. 2026
Verb
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The team demonstrated photonic lanterns capable of combining 7, 19, and 37 VCSEL lasers.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Mar. 2026
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Compare Internet is committed to helping users make informed decisions by combining real-time provider availability, transparent pricing and neutral evaluations.—
William Jones
March 11,
Miami Herald,
11 Mar. 2026
Verb
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But for the most part, your brain gets used to it despite associating the aesthetic with chaos and momentum.—
Siddhant Adlakha,
Variety,
17 Feb. 2026
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This rhetoric is employed to justify the state taking life, by associating the dead with national villainy.—
Ta-Nehisi Coates,
Vanity Fair,
26 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Half Acre, whose brewery and tap room is now located in Bowmanville, will produce nearly all of the beer for Maplewood post-merger.—
Robert Channick,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Mar. 2026
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Notably, the figure is even greater than Warner’s nearly $55 billion of debt post-merger with Discovery, a burden that hamstrung the company for years and led to successive rounds of layoffs and relentless cost cutting.—
Samantha Masunaga,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Try coupling the seasonal shades with a glossy nude foundation for a refined effect.—
Calin Van Paris,
InStyle,
6 Feb. 2026
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Each season, a group of singles stay in a villa with the goal of coupling up or risk banishment.—
Kevin Jacobsen,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Complementing this contemporary work is George Balanchine’s Square Dance, which gives voice to the American spirit by fusing folk traditions with the clarity and precision of classical ballet.—
Cincinnati Enquirer,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
5 Mar. 2026
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Over development, the tail disappears, fusing to form the coccyx or tailbone.—
Scott Lafee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Mar. 2026
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“Connecting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/connecting. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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