as in supplements
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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as in associates
to think of (something) in combination
a demanding father who always correlated success with hard work
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Recent Examples of correlates
Maia Niguel Hoskin, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
Hecht, whose many Broadway credits include Eureka Day, Summer 1976 and The Price, will play Colleen, a role that correlates somewhat to the film’s Sylvia, played by Penelope Allen.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 21 Jan. 2026
His lack of playing time in the big leagues last summer directly correlates to the Cubs’ lack of injuries.
—Patrick Mooney, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
The study also found economic freedom correlates with population growth.
—The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 26 Nov. 2025
In honor of the film's anniversary, see which character best correlates to your zodiac sign below.
—Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 22 Nov. 2025
The dip in earnings also correlates with the significantly weaker overall freight rate environment, in which average freight rates at Hapag-Lloyd dropped 13 percent to $1,391 per TEU.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 13 Nov. 2025
This also correlates with an increase in the number of Americans who hold a positive view of religion.
—Jasmine Laws, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
Justice represents the Sun in Libra, and the Two of Swords correlates to the Moon in Libra.
—Lisa Stardust, Refinery29, 20 Oct. 2025
Verb
Rapidly increasing truancy, especially among middle schoolers, correlates with the rise in juvenile crime.
—Maia Niguel Hoskin, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
Hecht, whose many Broadway credits include Eureka Day, Summer 1976 and The Price, will play Colleen, a role that correlates somewhat to the film’s Sylvia, played by Penelope Allen.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 21 Jan. 2026
His lack of playing time in the big leagues last summer directly correlates to the Cubs’ lack of injuries.
—Patrick Mooney, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
The study also found economic freedom correlates with population growth.
—The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 26 Nov. 2025
In honor of the film's anniversary, see which character best correlates to your zodiac sign below.
—Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 22 Nov. 2025
The dip in earnings also correlates with the significantly weaker overall freight rate environment, in which average freight rates at Hapag-Lloyd dropped 13 percent to $1,391 per TEU.
—Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 13 Nov. 2025
This also correlates with an increase in the number of Americans who hold a positive view of religion.
—Jasmine Laws, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
Justice represents the Sun in Libra, and the Two of Swords correlates to the Moon in Libra.
—Lisa Stardust, Refinery29, 20 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for correlates
Noun
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There are also a near-infinite number of supplements that claim to boost immune function.—
Outside,
Outside,
28 Jan. 2026
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Persistent fatigue or lack of energy affects as many as 45% of people in the United States, making energy supplements a popular source for relief.—
Megan Nunn,
Verywell Health,
28 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Greene’s heart-to-heart media tour has been jarring liberals and anyone else who associates her with conspiratorial beliefs and outrageous comments.—
Erin Mansfield,
USA Today,
21 Nov. 2025
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Everyone associates that with us.—
Stephanie McNeal,
Glamour,
8 Oct. 2025
Noun
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The nutty flavor is mild and complements yogurt, smoothies and salads.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
22 Jan. 2026
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Traditional outdoor TVs, with thick bezels and industrial housings, often disrupt that balance, becoming visual anchors rather than complements.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Top Destinations and Routes for Business Travel The report identifies the most traveled to cities and routes in 2025, featuring a detailed overview of activity across each major travel category.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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Artificial intelligence then identifies material types and contamination levels in real time.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
22 Jan. 2026
Verb
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The humanitarian aspect of Aquarius traits connects to research on moral foundations and prosociality.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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At the same time, the Krafts are looking to expand their Pawtriots initiative, which connects dogs in shelters with their forever families.—
Lance Reynolds,
Boston Herald,
24 Jan. 2026
Verb
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In a world that equates modernization with survival, looking backward can feel counterproductive.—
Paula de la Cruz,
Forbes.com,
31 Dec. 2025
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Without institutional support, parents are left with a narrative of drudgery—one that equates children with the loss of time, money, and opportunity.—
Lauren Hilgers,
Harpers Magazine,
30 Dec. 2025
Verb
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But the story Sorkin relates is really all about the insiders, their privileged lives, their thoughts and actions.—
The Know,
Denver Post,
11 Jan. 2026
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Meanwhile, the omniscient, just-the-facts-ma’am narration relates the days and times and events with an efficiency that speaks to us of the unstoppable nature of fate.—
Bilge Ebiri,
Vulture,
31 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Let’s examine some figures to see how this payout capability compares with the biggest capital-return machines in the market.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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The chatbot compares product features, writes recommendations, and helps refine purchases.—
Paulina Likos,
CNBC,
23 Jan. 2026
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