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as in junctions
a place where two or more things are united
there's a problem at the connection where the outside wire is hooked up to the inside wiring
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2
as in contacts
an acquaintance who has influence especially in the business or political world
I have a connection in Hollywood who might be able to get you a part in a movie
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as in mergers
the act or an instance of joining two or more things into one
that bridge is the only connection between the island and the mainland
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as in associations
the state of having shared interests or efforts (as in social or business matters)
in a truly secular society there is no connection between church and state
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as in positions
an assignment at which one regularly works for pay
enjoyed self-employment and never wanted a connection with a big company
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Recent Examples of connections
The energy this month is oriented outward, toward your neighborhood, your community, and the connections waiting just outside your comfort zone.
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Kirah Tabourn, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Mar. 2026
May 21 – June 20 What connections could help your ideas grow?
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 28 Mar. 2026
Half a world away, another scientist was working on the tools to turn these magmatic connections into a map.
—Quanta Magazine, 27 Mar. 2026
If your children’s friends aren’t on these sites either, nobody will miss out on social connections.
—Kara Alaimo, CNN Money, 27 Mar. 2026
NordVPN not only unlocks geo-restrictions but also offers ad blockers, anti-malware protection, a password manager and breach scanner, fast connections, and identity theft insurance.
—Paul Brett, Space.com, 27 Mar. 2026
Others shared personal connections that went back decades.
—Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Mar. 2026
Mullin will also face congressional Democrats’ wrath as lawmakers on Capitol Hill have already begun to investigate DHS for the massive contracts to individuals and companies that were inexperienced, had connections to Noem’s staff, or contained other irregularities.
—Anna Giaritelli, The Washington Examiner, 27 Mar. 2026
In a symbol of its Washington connections, Kalshi nearly saw one of its board members, Brian Quintenz, approved to lead the CFTC last year.
—Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 27 Mar. 2026
Kirah Tabourn, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Mar. 2026
May 21 – June 20 What connections could help your ideas grow?
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 28 Mar. 2026
Half a world away, another scientist was working on the tools to turn these magmatic connections into a map.
—Quanta Magazine, 27 Mar. 2026
If your children’s friends aren’t on these sites either, nobody will miss out on social connections.
—Kara Alaimo, CNN Money, 27 Mar. 2026
NordVPN not only unlocks geo-restrictions but also offers ad blockers, anti-malware protection, a password manager and breach scanner, fast connections, and identity theft insurance.
—Paul Brett, Space.com, 27 Mar. 2026
Others shared personal connections that went back decades.
—Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Mar. 2026
Mullin will also face congressional Democrats’ wrath as lawmakers on Capitol Hill have already begun to investigate DHS for the massive contracts to individuals and companies that were inexperienced, had connections to Noem’s staff, or contained other irregularities.
—Anna Giaritelli, The Washington Examiner, 27 Mar. 2026
In a symbol of its Washington connections, Kalshi nearly saw one of its board members, Brian Quintenz, approved to lead the CFTC last year.
—Dan Bernstein, Sportico.com, 27 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for connections
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The new device incorporates strontium and titanium to create internal p-n junctions that act as smooth electronic gates.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Mar. 2026
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The citric acid reacted with the cellulose to form cross-links, which are chemical junctions that bind the cellulose molecules.—
J. Carson Meredith,
The Conversation,
17 Mar. 2026
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The agency envisaged the book as a public invitation for other Iranian nuclear scientists to defect as well, and Chalker worked government contacts at Rupert Murdoch’s News Corporation to line up a publisher at its HarperCollins division.—
David D. Kirkpatrick,
New Yorker,
30 Mar. 2026
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Your network is ready to grow, and travel, whether to see existing friends or connect with professional contacts, is well supported this month.—
Kirah Tabourn,
Condé Nast Traveler,
28 Mar. 2026
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The 20% year-on-year increase in transaction values resulted in the largest first-quarter haul on record, Bloomberg reported, thanks largely to several mega mergers and acquisitions.—
J.D. Capelouto,
semafor.com,
31 Mar. 2026
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In 2024, nearly half of mergers and acquisitions activity in the consumer products industry came from divestitures, according to consulting firm Bain.—
Amelia Lucas,
CNBC,
31 Mar. 2026
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For many viewers, the dog’s reaction felt like a reminder that rescue animals arrive with histories—habits, memories, and sensory associations formed long before adoption.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2026
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Mayor Ellen Zoppo-Sassu is convening a conference of condominium associations from around the city for Wednesday evening to share ideas on what — if anything — the city can do to ease the financial pressure.—
Don Stacom,
Hartford Courant,
1 Apr. 2026
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The City of Sacramento is currently facing a $66 million budget deficit, and there's concern that some violence prevention efforts and police positions could be cut beginning in July.—
James Taylor,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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This range of positions—curator, writer, producer, museum guide, educator—made my curatorial approach more adaptable.—
Raphael Fonseca,
Artforum,
2 Apr. 2026
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The changes are part of plans for four intersections where high crash rates have been a problem.—
Alan Gionet,
CBS News,
25 Mar. 2026
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Here's what else is coming Impact fee dollars paid by the developer will also pay for road and infrastructure improvements, including the reconstruction of roads close by and the addition of roundabouts at some intersections.—
Jake Allen,
IndyStar,
24 Mar. 2026
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That commitment to theatrical releases is more important than ever to an industry that has seen a shrinking number of films in theaters, particularly after studio consolidations.—
Samantha Masunaga,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Mar. 2026
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The program closures and consolidations mark the latest development in UNT’s efforts to address the shortfall.—
Jessica Ma,
Dallas Morning News,
20 Mar. 2026
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Ukraine signed 10-year security pacts with Saudi Arabia and Qatar, with a UAE agreement expected soon, expanding Kyiv’s Middle Eastern defense partnerships.—
Volodymyr Yurchuk,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Mar. 2026
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The district allocated around $467,000 toward the program transition, including for project staff, curriculum and professional development, marketing and recruiting and community partnerships.—
Imani Cruzen,
Twin Cities,
28 Mar. 2026
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“Connections.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/connections. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
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