as in connected
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as in adjoined
to be adjacent to
the condo complex joins the golf course
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as in entered
to become a member of
we're always looking for new people to join our book club
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as in combined
to come together to form a single unit
one oxygen atom and two hydrogen atoms join to make one water molecule
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as in collaborated
to participate or assist in a joint effort to accomplish an end
nations joining to bring aid to the earthquake-devastated region
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as in coupled
to put or bring together so as to form a new and longer whole
the plan is to join the various bike paths so that cyclists can travel from one end of the cape to the other
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Recent Examples of joined
Luke Smith, New York Times, 3 June 2026
The rising senior joined teammate Giacomo Sanfilippo, a linebacker, as the first three commitments from the Orlando area’s 2027 class.
—Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Apr. 2026
During the surgery following the colonoscopy, Shaknovsky did not perform a routine test, which would have ensured there were no leaks in a newly joined intestine, according to the complaint.
—Matt Lavietes, NBC news, 17 Apr. 2026
Then more joined, and soon full teams of girls were going up against the boys.
—Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 23 Mar. 2026
At times, groups of works are organized around joined tables, on top of which are placed perishables preserved in lead, resin, or plaster.
—Li Qi, Artforum, 6 Mar. 2026
Bhusri founded Workday with best friend and mentor Dave Duffield in 2005 before the two joined forces as co-CEOs in 2009.
—Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 13 Feb. 2026
The spacious joined apartments became the childhood home of Prince William and Prince Harry, whose nursery spanned the top floor.
—Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 5 Feb. 2026
From the pews, those gathered joined musicians, clapping and raising their hands in the air to begin the service.
—Clara Hendrickson, Freep.com, 22 Oct. 2025
Caitlin Yilek, CBS News, 5 June 2026
In 2008, the fourth generation joined when Robert’s son, Bobby, entered the family business.
—Charlotte Observer, 4 June 2026
Hagar was joined by a slew of friends and fellow musicians, including Belinda Carlisle, Anthrax vocalist Joey Belladonna, Van Halen bassist Michael Anthony, Jerry Cantrell, and Bon Jovi guitarist Phil X.
—Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 4 June 2026
The suit was later joined by the Miccosukee Tribe.
—Eric Schlosser, The Atlantic, 4 June 2026
Then this year the French Institute in Spain has joined our partners.
—Annika Pham, Variety, 4 June 2026
They will be joined by host James Brown and analysts Nate Burleson and Bill Cowher, the former Chiefs assistant coach.
—Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 4 June 2026
More businesspeople want to help Several entrepreneurs who attended the two previous meetings have already joined the Cuban-American National Chamber of Commerce.
—Sarah Moreno
june 4, Miami Herald, 4 June 2026
Daniel stuck around as showrunner for the show’s final season after Caron was fired, then joined Roseanne for its third year.
—Mike Barnes, HollywoodReporter, 28 May 2026
Adjective
The 28-year-old has won eight Grands Prix across nine seasons for Ferrari, having initially joined the joined the Ferrari Driver Academy in 2016.
—Luke Smith, New York Times, 3 June 2026
The rising senior joined teammate Giacomo Sanfilippo, a linebacker, as the first three commitments from the Orlando area’s 2027 class.
—Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Apr. 2026
During the surgery following the colonoscopy, Shaknovsky did not perform a routine test, which would have ensured there were no leaks in a newly joined intestine, according to the complaint.
—Matt Lavietes, NBC news, 17 Apr. 2026
Then more joined, and soon full teams of girls were going up against the boys.
—Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 23 Mar. 2026
At times, groups of works are organized around joined tables, on top of which are placed perishables preserved in lead, resin, or plaster.
—Li Qi, Artforum, 6 Mar. 2026
Bhusri founded Workday with best friend and mentor Dave Duffield in 2005 before the two joined forces as co-CEOs in 2009.
—Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 13 Feb. 2026
The spacious joined apartments became the childhood home of Prince William and Prince Harry, whose nursery spanned the top floor.
—Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 5 Feb. 2026
From the pews, those gathered joined musicians, clapping and raising their hands in the air to begin the service.
—Clara Hendrickson, Freep.com, 22 Oct. 2025
Verb
Washington — The House approved an effort on Thursday to send fresh assistance to Ukraine after a few Republican members joined with Democrats to force a vote on the issue.
—Caitlin Yilek, CBS News, 5 June 2026
In 2008, the fourth generation joined when Robert’s son, Bobby, entered the family business.
—Charlotte Observer, 4 June 2026
Hagar was joined by a slew of friends and fellow musicians, including Belinda Carlisle, Anthrax vocalist Joey Belladonna, Van Halen bassist Michael Anthony, Jerry Cantrell, and Bon Jovi guitarist Phil X.
—Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 4 June 2026
The suit was later joined by the Miccosukee Tribe.
—Eric Schlosser, The Atlantic, 4 June 2026
Then this year the French Institute in Spain has joined our partners.
—Annika Pham, Variety, 4 June 2026
They will be joined by host James Brown and analysts Nate Burleson and Bill Cowher, the former Chiefs assistant coach.
—Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 4 June 2026
More businesspeople want to help Several entrepreneurs who attended the two previous meetings have already joined the Cuban-American National Chamber of Commerce.
—Sarah Moreno
june 4, Miami Herald, 4 June 2026
Daniel stuck around as showrunner for the show’s final season after Caron was fired, then joined Roseanne for its third year.
—Mike Barnes, HollywoodReporter, 28 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for joined
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According to pro garden designer Mirela Bajic, native plants are on the rise because people are starting to feel more connected to their gardens again.—
Ashley Chalmers,
The Spruce,
6 June 2026
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As vehicles become increasingly connected and autonomous, that capability will only become more important.—
James Morris,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
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Though the properties cannot be structurally adjoined, the 500-square-foot studio serves as ideal guest quarters or office space next to the primary 3,000-square-foot loft.—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
8 June 2026
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The two beds can also be adjoined into a single double bed with an optional kit.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
19 Feb. 2026
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Sheila Ebana and her husband Mounir Nasraoui had earlier entered a raffle sponsored by a Spanish sports newspaper.—
Scott M. Reid,
Oc Register,
10 June 2026
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Then there was Stone’s goal early in the second period of Game 3, which was quickly erased after an offside challenge revealed that Howden entered the zone before the puck.—
Michael Russo,
New York Times,
10 June 2026
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Wheeler, a three-time All-Star, had only given up one home run in his six other starts this season combined.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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In their scenes together, Ahmed plays straight man so Khan can go huge, all breezy confidence and street smarts combined as a defense against the countless stereotypes the bearded, accented, proudly Muslim Zulfi must face every day.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
29 May 2026
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The brand has collaborated with Maiora, a historic Italian shipyard founded in the 1970s and controlled by Next Yacht Group.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
6 June 2026
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Bird collaborated with Nico Kienzl of Atelier 10, a team of environmental design consultants in New York City, to design that infrastructure.—
Tara Molina,
CBS News,
4 June 2026
Verb
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All conflicts have seemingly been resolved, and everyone appears to be more or less happily coupled up.—
Kathleen Walsh,
Vulture,
8 June 2026
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For six weeks, candidates are coupled up to compete in challenges and games, attempting not to get voted off the island by viewers.—
Zuri Primos
June 8,
Kansas City Star,
8 June 2026
Adjective
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In some cases, this type of financial strain may also delay enrollment in certain parts of Medicare or supplemental coverage due to the associated cost concerns.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
9 June 2026
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Considering the associated thefts from libraries in this story, provenance—the history of the ownership of the item in question—may also get swallowed by all the hot money.—
Matthew Wills,
JSTOR Daily,
8 June 2026
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Stepping down from the alcove puts you in a center aisle flanked by the entry door/wet bathroom on one side, the kitchen on the other.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
4 June 2026
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There are six villas, a restaurant flanked by a saltwater pool and waterslide, a clubhouse, a spa and another lawn tennis court.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 June 2026
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“Joined.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/joined. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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