LINES UP Synonyms: 65 Similar and Opposite Words

lines up

verb

present tense third-person singular of line up

as in groups

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Because humans can readily resolve patterns in motion — when points move in the same direction, the brain groups them into a unified whole — the moving dots appear as faint letters.

— Leslie Katz, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026

Definition of groups

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Drawing parallels, the article suggests modern leaders can adopt Shackleton's strategies, enhanced by AI tools like ChatGPT.

— Aytekin Tank, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
The vice president’s first book is Hillbilly Elegy, a title that closely parallels Appalachian Elegy, a poetry collection by the radical Black feminist author bell hooks.

— David A. Graham, The Atlantic, 21 July 2026

Definition of parallels

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The King imprisons the miller’s daughter in a room and orders her to prove her magical ability under pain of death.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 5 Aug. 2026
Diagnosis usually starts with a primary care referral to a sleep doctor, who reviews your sleep history and orders a sleep study either in a lab or at home.

— Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of orders

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That message aligns ⁠with Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s broader use of strategic state spending in an effort to drive economic growth.

— Reuters, CNN Money, 4 Aug. 2026
Before making changes to your compensation or tax election, consult your accountant or tax advisor to ensure your approach aligns with your business goals and current tax laws.

— AllBusiness, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of aligns

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However, today’s workforce consists largely of dual-earner households.

— Julie Kratz, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
Zoe Saldaña stars as the leader of a CIA team that consists exclusively of female operatives, traveling the world to infiltrate terror cells and eliminate high-ranking leaders.

— K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 30 July 2026

Definition of consists

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Air Force market research released before the current program indicated the service wanted a successor that matches or exceeds the protection offered by the EEU-2A/P while integrating more effectively with modern helmets and flight equipment.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 7 Aug. 2026
Its interior design matches the vibe, with elegant period-style design complemented by touches of country life—riding boots placed beside a cast-iron fireguard inside, terracotta pots next to Victorian wrought-iron chairs on the outdoor patio.

— Katie Silcox, Vogue, 6 Aug. 2026

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