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as in integrates
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 combines
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 associates
to think of (something) in combination
opera is popularly connected with high society
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Recent Examples of connects
Set in the country's highlands, La Ruta de Las Flores is a scenic drive that connects several villages, and bursts to life when the coffee fields lining it come into full bloom.
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Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
Its dual reputation for internal and external benefits connects it to a broader lifestyle shift where the line between wellness and beauty is no longer sharp.
—Footwear News, 12 Sep. 2025
Princess’ OceanMedallion, a quarter-sized wearable device that connects to the Princess Cruises App, doubles as a room key, credit card, and food-delivery tracker, and Royal Caribbean’s wristbands serve as your boarding pass, room key, and on-board wallet.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, AFAR Media, 11 Sep. 2025
An elevator connects all the different levels, with the high-altitude location offering sweeping views of the surrounding community, from downtown Boulder to the university campus to the surrounding Flatirons.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 10 Sep. 2025
Both models prioritize hands-on, experiential learning that connects directly to regional advantages and local industry strengths.
—Alison Griffin, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
An invasive aquatic species from New Zealand was discovered in a Pennsylvania river that connects to the Ohio River, according to a new report.
—Jennifer Rodriguez, Kansas City Star, 10 Sep. 2025
Pakam connects waste companies with a tracking and payments program.
—Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 5 Sep. 2025
The first is a ground plate, weighing 110 pounds, that connects to the home’s electrical grid and is installed in a garage or driveway.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 5 Sep. 2025
Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
Its dual reputation for internal and external benefits connects it to a broader lifestyle shift where the line between wellness and beauty is no longer sharp.
—Footwear News, 12 Sep. 2025
Princess’ OceanMedallion, a quarter-sized wearable device that connects to the Princess Cruises App, doubles as a room key, credit card, and food-delivery tracker, and Royal Caribbean’s wristbands serve as your boarding pass, room key, and on-board wallet.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, AFAR Media, 11 Sep. 2025
An elevator connects all the different levels, with the high-altitude location offering sweeping views of the surrounding community, from downtown Boulder to the university campus to the surrounding Flatirons.
—Tori Latham, Robb Report, 10 Sep. 2025
Both models prioritize hands-on, experiential learning that connects directly to regional advantages and local industry strengths.
—Alison Griffin, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
An invasive aquatic species from New Zealand was discovered in a Pennsylvania river that connects to the Ohio River, according to a new report.
—Jennifer Rodriguez, Kansas City Star, 10 Sep. 2025
Pakam connects waste companies with a tracking and payments program.
—Ashley Miznazi, Miami Herald, 5 Sep. 2025
The first is a ground plate, weighing 110 pounds, that connects to the home’s electrical grid and is installed in a garage or driveway.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 5 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for connects
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From the earliest stages of design, the firm integrates climate-conscious practices with elevated aesthetics.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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The initiative integrates lessons from over 260,000 hours of soldier feedback during the IVAS program.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Sep. 2025
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Laura Ashley has also worked with fragrance specialists Freckleface on a handmade candle called Vintage 100 that combines two of Laura’s favorite scents, English rose and wild blackberries.—
Samantha Conti,
Footwear News,
12 Sep. 2025
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Their approach combines unexpected notes with expert craftsmanship, and their newest launch, QUEENS CARAMEL perfectly embodies this philosophy.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
12 Sep. 2025
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Create Low-Stakes Opportunities for Visibility Gen Z often associates visibility with exposure to criticism.—
Ruth Oh Reitmeier,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Especially given the fact that the latter only associates itself with organic style stars, not limited to Solange and Beyoncé.—
Robyn Mowatt,
Essence,
25 Aug. 2025
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Their recent paper describes the Movement Reshaping (MR) Exosuit, which, rather than augmenting any part of the human body, couples the motion of one joint to lock or unlock the motion of another joint.—
Payal Dhar,
IEEE Spectrum,
10 Sep. 2021
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What unites these companies is a commitment to improving grid resiliency, though each takes a radically different approach to battery chemistry.—
Anna Broughel,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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The goal is to create an inviting, safe space to share the heartfelt experience of diving into a taboo topic which unites all.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 Sep. 2025
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Earlier Saturday, it was revealed that Robinson’s roommate identifies as transgender.—
Zach LaChance,
The Washington Examiner,
13 Sep. 2025
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McKinsey partner Charlie Lewis identifies several core foundations including asset management, vulnerability management, and identity management.—
John Werner,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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The magnetic profile correlates well with the sun’s activity during the years 1600 - 2000, and matches reasonably well earth’s temperature.—
Ian Dexter Palmer,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Clearly, this correlates nearly with the birth rate exploding; 16 players born in 1948 represented England, including Ray Clemence and Trevor Brooking, the highest figure for any single year since 1901.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
6 Sep. 2025
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The study links specific sound patterns to internal degradation processes, offering a low-cost way to monitor battery health in electric vehicles and grid-scale systems.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Sep. 2025
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The serial number on it links it to a coppersmith in Lexington, and history says that Elijah Pepper was distilling on that site as early as 1812.—
Maggie Menderski,
The Courier-Journal,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Connects.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/connects. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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