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Definition of correlatenext
as in supplement
something that serves to complete or make up for a deficiency in something else the often uneasy relationship between the employer and his correlate, the employee

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verb

as in to associate
to think of (something) in combination a demanding father who always correlated success with hard work

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Recent Examples of correlate
Noun
But gold’s now-unpredictable relationship with a once-reliable correlate is yet another sign investors are bracing themselves in case things go sideways. Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 11 Feb. 2026 Based on a memoir of the same title by Lidia Yuknavitch, the film crafts a cinematic correlate for the author’s distinctive narrative method. Richard Brody, New Yorker, 13 Jan. 2026
Verb
And the power surge has correlated with an uptick in offensive performance overall by the team. Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 18 June 2026 Global warming is directly correlated with increases in serious disasters like hurricanes, cyclones and wildfires. Monisha Ravisetti, Space.com, 17 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for correlate
Recent Examples of Synonyms for correlate
Noun
  • May lower blood sugar when taken in a supplement form.
    Cory Martin, Verywell Health, 21 June 2026
  • The modern wellness industry, however, thrives on the idea that healthy aging requires constant, obsessive measurement and optimization through supplements, wearable devices, expensive scans, or influencers promising to unlock the secret to longevity.
    Ezekiel J. Emanuel, Fortune, 21 June 2026
Verb
  • What about a legal right for AIs to freely access the public internet (the right to information); or a legal right for AIs to interact with other AIs (the right to associate); or a legal right to some minimum amount of computing power (the right to necessary resources)?
    Rob Toews, Forbes.com, 22 June 2026
  • Governed by the ever-changing moon — associated with emotions, memory, intuition and our most basic needs — this Water sign governs our emotional world, family ties and deepest instincts.
    Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 21 June 2026
Noun
  • Her haircut, soft and voluminous, is a perfect complement for her hat—this time in a celestial shade—and her lips, painted in a mauve hue.
    Laura Scafati, Vanity Fair, 20 June 2026
  • Forenza doesn't think the tech should replace a traditional therapist, but a device behind your ear giving you a heads up to take a deep breath might work as a complement.
    David Oliver, USA Today, 17 June 2026
Verb
  • Authorities did say that additional information will be released once the three individuals are identified, and when the medical examiner determines their cause of death.
    Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 19 June 2026
  • The man who died has not been identified as of Friday afternoon.
    Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 19 June 2026
Verb
  • Throughout the season, viewers see a musician struggling to connect.
    Precious Fondren, Los Angeles Times, 20 June 2026
  • Brand-new neighboring sister property Lopesan Splash Cove Resort, Spa, and Casino is also a great pick for big families, with family accommodations that include connecting rooms and two-bedroom suites.
    Chelsea Adams, USA Today, 20 June 2026
Verb
  • Every day Congress makes decisions that are science-related, with direct scientific experience and knowledge in such short supply.
    Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 20 June 2026
  • While their exact causes of death remain under investigation, CHP said the Sheldons' deaths appear to be medical-related.
    Cecilio Padilla, CBS News, 19 June 2026
Verb
  • Investors often mistakenly equate a great company with a great investment, but the stock market primarily rewards the divergence between expectations and actual performance.
    Jim Osman, Forbes.com, 21 June 2026
  • Children do not necessarily equate love with volume of gifts, and many parents today are actively trying to reduce clutter, overstimulation, and consumerism.
    R. Eric Thomas, Mercury News, 17 June 2026
Verb
  • Parisi Coffee barista Taryn Nugen said Monday was likely the busiest day the shop has had, comparing the week to its holiday rush as Argentina fans packed tables before heading to the Fan Fest.
    The Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 17 June 2026
  • But comparing every barcode is time-consuming.
    John Pavlus, Quanta Magazine, 17 June 2026

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“Correlate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/correlate. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.

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