1
as in connection
an acquaintance who has influence especially in the business or political world
an intern who got her summer job in the governor's office through contacts
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2
as in touch
the state or fact of being able to exchange information regarding one's current situation
she had moved to the other side of the country, but continued to stay in contact with her closest friends
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as in to reach
to transmit information or requests to
you can contact me at this number
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Recent Examples of contact
Emily Mae Czachor, CBS News, 11 May 2026
Experts say person-to-person transmission of the virus occurs only with close and prolonged contact.
—Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 11 May 2026
David Chiu, PEOPLE, 12 May 2026
The Denver Police Department is continuing to investigate this incident and is asking anyone who knew Mott to contact it.
—Mirna Alsharif, NBC news, 12 May 2026
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Noun
Transmission requires prolonged contact Hantavirus is rare and is typically spread by rodents in dry climates.
—Emily Mae Czachor, CBS News, 11 May 2026
Experts say person-to-person transmission of the virus occurs only with close and prolonged contact.
—Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 11 May 2026
Verb
Denver Police Chief Ron Thomas stated at the same press conference that investigators are currently contacting relatives and others who knew Mott in order to learn more about his motivations.
—David Chiu, PEOPLE, 12 May 2026
The Denver Police Department is continuing to investigate this incident and is asking anyone who knew Mott to contact it.
—Mirna Alsharif, NBC news, 12 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for contact
Noun
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In the last two debates, Becerra, considered the party's frontrunner, has faced scrutiny from other candidates and the public over his connection to Williamson.—
James Ward,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
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In softball, Rowles has fit right in with the program’s connection, according to teammate Riley Belcik.—
Tony Baranek,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2026
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What could have easily made for an overwrought and even tragic read, however, is presented with a surprisingly light touch.—
Sheldon Pearce,
New Yorker,
15 May 2026
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The king-size island bed in the middle of the room is a sexy touch, as is the hot tub on the terrace.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 May 2026
Verb
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The United States and Iran failed to reach an agreement after peace talks in Islamabad, Pakistan, on April 12.—
Karissa Waddick,
USA Today,
11 May 2026
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New York has reached the second round of the playoffs every year since Brunson donned the blue-and-orange.—
James L. Edwards III,
New York Times,
11 May 2026
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Somebody or somebodies at inside linebacker will, too.—
Parker Gabriel,
Denver Post,
11 Feb. 2026
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Patients of all stripes can take advantage—the opportunity isn’t exclusive to social-media somebodies—and there’s nothing unsavory about it.—
Jolene Edgar,
Allure,
17 Dec. 2025
Verb
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In December, the state Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, or DEEP, began holding meetings to inform the public of the possibility of building more nuclear reactors within the state, hoping to entice a town to host one.—
Krisztian Elcsics,
Hartford Courant,
12 May 2026
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As Jones informed Moore of the selection, the 6-foot-3, 198-pound outside corner made a bold proclamation to his new boss.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 May 2026
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Trump administration officials also want to work toward establishing a Board of Trade with China to address commercial differences between the countries.—
Will Weissert,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2026
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If the divorce paperwork does not address the loan, or if your former spouse cannot qualify to refinance, talk with your family law attorney about your options.—
Gary Singer,
Sun Sentinel,
14 May 2026
Verb
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These are not women who just help get their grandkids ready for school in the morning or watch them on a Saturday night; these are women who have chosen to become parents again, sparing their grandchildren from life in the foster system.—
Casey Cep,
New Yorker,
9 May 2026
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About 250 people in Killingworth — the largest group to file a complaint with a fair rent commission in recent history — will get a one-year reprieve from increases after the town’s committee rejected their landowner’s rent adjustment plan.—
Ginny Monk,
Hartford Courant,
9 May 2026
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Daniel de Visé Americans who traveled on the MV Hondius cruise ship will have the option to return home, rather than to a national quarantine center, if safety protocols permit, a top health official told CNN on Sunday.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
11 May 2026
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Alexa told me she was relieved by the outcome.—
Ava Kofman,
New Yorker,
11 May 2026
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“Contact.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contact. Accessed 15 May. 2026.
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