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as in to reconcile
to bring to a state free of conflicts, inconsistencies, or differences
coordinating the plans for the surprise party
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2
as in to blend
to form a pleasing relationship
a very meticulous wedding planner, who makes sure that every aspect of the reception—table settings, food, flowers, music, attire—coordinates right down to the last detail
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as in equivalent
one that is equal to another in status, achievement, or value
the Nobel Memorial Award for Economic Science is universally regarded as the coordinate of the original Nobel Prizes for peace, literature, medicine, physics, and chemistry
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as in corresponding
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Recent Examples of coordinate
May-Britt Moser, Scientific American, 1 Jan. 2016
The initial rollout of coronavirus vaccines in the US has been slow and messy, as states have tried coordinate plans for appointments with little federal guidance.
—Kim Lyons, The Verge, 25 Jan. 2021
Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
The event is coordinated by 500 Festival, a not-for-profit organization that produces more than 50 events and programs while celebrating the Indianapolis 500.
—Cheryl V. Jackson, IndyStar, 2 July 2025
Merlisa Lawrence Corbett, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025
The patient experience office coordinates each stage of the process, from admission to discharge, ensuring that the family is involved and emotional and practical support is continuous.
—Nuri Kino, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 June 2025
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Verb
The hexagons, which covered the entire enclosure, appeared to form the individual units of a grid—similar to the squares formed by the coordinate lines on a road map.
—May-Britt Moser, Scientific American, 1 Jan. 2016
The initial rollout of coronavirus vaccines in the US has been slow and messy, as states have tried coordinate plans for appointments with little federal guidance.
—Kim Lyons, The Verge, 25 Jan. 2021
Noun
The trio, introduced by Rita Wilson, took the stage wearing coordinating brown outfits adorned with turquoise accents.
—Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
The event is coordinated by 500 Festival, a not-for-profit organization that produces more than 50 events and programs while celebrating the Indianapolis 500.
—Cheryl V. Jackson, IndyStar, 2 July 2025
Adjective
The splash of orange across the chest coordinates with the orange trim around the shorts’ pockets.
—Merlisa Lawrence Corbett, Forbes.com, 28 May 2025
The patient experience office coordinates each stage of the process, from admission to discharge, ensuring that the family is involved and emotional and practical support is continuous.
—Nuri Kino, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for coordinate
Verb
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The two brothers haven’t seen eye to eye in years, and though King Charles reportedly wants to reconcile with his son—perhaps an aftereffect of his cancer journey, Prince William doesn’t seem as inclined to do so.—
Lissete Lanuza Sáenz,
StyleCaster,
15 July 2025
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After despising and envying his seemingly perfect new partner from afar, their coffee date is a chance for Jessica to reconcile with the fact that Wendy was never the bad guy after all.—
Patrick Ryan,
USA Today,
13 July 2025
Verb
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These houses buy grapes from many different farmers and then blend them together to produce a wine that tastes the same year after year.—
arkansasonline.com,
arkansasonline.com,
8 July 2025
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In her tutorial, Cox applies the concealer under her eyes, between her eyebrows, on her cheekbones, and around her nose before blending the product out with a brush — effectively brightening her under eyes and the high points of her face while evening out her skin tone.—
Maggie Horton,
People.com,
8 July 2025
Adjective
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In a corresponding move, the Brewers designated right-handed relief pitcher Elvin Rodríguez for assignment.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
11 July 2025
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Here are the first letters of each corresponding word: 1.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
11 July 2025
Verb
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That corresponded to images shot Sunday by Maxar Technologies similarly showing the ongoing work.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
2 July 2025
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Instead, subscribers answer questions online, correspond with medical professionals virtually and get the prescribed drugs in visually pleasing packages delivered discreetly to their homes.—
Queenie Wong,
Los Angeles Times,
28 June 2025
Noun
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That’s no longer the case, thanks to innovations like Nova, which deliver impressive results that rival those of their less sustainable counterparts.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
15 July 2025
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For Hacks, Megan Stalter and Paul W. Downs didn't receive any nods, though some of their counterparts like Jean Smart and Hannah Einbinder did.—
Stephanie Wenger,
People.com,
15 July 2025
Adjective
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About 70% of AHCCCS funding comes from the federal government, which provides matching funds to AHCCCS at various levels.—
Stephanie Innes,
AZCentral.com,
6 July 2025
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The Airy Gauze Beach Short is a summer wardrobe staple when paired with its matching Airy Gauzy Button-up Shirt, both on sale for $14 and $41, respectively.—
Caroline Hughes,
Travel + Leisure,
5 July 2025
Verb
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Press freedom correlates with less corruption in many countries.—
Olga Khazan,
The Atlantic,
14 July 2025
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What matters is starting early with practical moments: discussing grocery prices with children or opening their first savings account, which research shows correlates with college attendance.—
Aisha Nyandoro,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
Noun
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Dinos aren’t really a date night movie with 7% on a date, and those with a spouse/partner at 21%.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
5 July 2025
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Now in its tenth year, the Security Summit partners continue to work together to raise awareness about data theft in the tax professional community.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
5 July 2025
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“Coordinate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coordinate. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.
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