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verb

Definition of link (up)next
as in to combine
to come together to form a single unit carbon atoms link up to form a diamond crystal

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noun

ˈliŋ-ˌkəp How to pronounce linkup (audio)
as in collaboration
the state of having shared interests or efforts (as in social or business matters) the linkup of the two art museums has proved beneficial to both institutions

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Recent Examples of link (up)
Noun
For Sysco, the linkup with Cisco provides a welcome distraction from the widening cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to tainted iceberg lettuce from Mexico that’s sickened thousands of people. — Bloomberg, Mercury News, 28 July 2026 Last night’s collab was the latest in a series of post-Atoms for Peace linkups, including a brief reunion of the full band—also including Nigel Godrich and Joey Waronker—in 2018. — Jazz Monroe, Pitchfork, 27 May 2026 The Christie’s—Kiran Nadar linkup arrives amid an inflection point for the Indian and South Asian art markets. — Harrison Jacobs, ARTnews.com, 22 May 2026 The company is currently targeting 2027 for launch of the Otter, which is designed to capture and service satellites, even those not modified to enable such off-Earth linkups. — Mike Wall, Space.com, 21 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for link (up)
Recent Examples of Synonyms for link (up)
  1. combine
  2. collaboration
  3. fuse
  4. partnership
  5. connect
  6. association
  7. cooperation
  8. relationship
Verb
  • Escott is rolling out some meditation workshops where participants will stand on a city pavement and ponder how ancient seashells and coral reefs were once turned into cement and combined with stones and sand to turn into pavements.
    — Anne Makovec, CBS News, 13 Nov. 2026
  • This show-stopping historical hotel on the edge of the moor combines roaring fires and old-world grandeur with one of Devon’s best spas.
    — Megan Spurrell, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Nov. 2026
Definition of combine
Noun
  • The chips were commercially fabricated in the Netherlands through a collaboration with ETH Zurich, while Cornell facilities helped prepare the devices for the experiments.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 13 Nov. 2026
  • Fans can expect legacy collaborations spanning collectibles, toys, apparel, automotive, food and beverage, electronics, and more from brands like Hasbro, Lego, Adidas, Mars, Aston Martin, and Steinway.
    — Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 12 Nov. 2026
Definition of collaboration
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  • The core plasma must stay searingly hot for atomic nuclei to fuse, but the surrounding chamber walls must stay cool enough to avoid structural failure.
    — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 5 Nov. 2026
  • And while unstable coalitions repeatedly fused and dissolved in the halls of power, outside these halls pipes burst and roads crumbled.
    — Ryan Lenora Brown, Christian Science Monitor, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of fuse
Noun
  • Competitive grants should support strong alternatives, including partnerships with effective schools and programs serving midcareer entrants.
    — Ilya Shapiro, Washington Post, 8 Nov. 2026
  • Through the partnership, ForgiveCo will acquire and permanently eliminate $1 million in medical debt held by local veterans.
    — Garrett Behanna, CBS News, 8 Nov. 2026
Definition of partnership
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  • The virtual model is then connected to its physical counterpart through sensors and data systems.
    — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 8 Nov. 2026
  • In the future, the creators hope to expand the range of accessories that could potentially be connected to the TobenONE system through additional magnetic modules.
    — Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of connect
Noun
  • Posner reasoned the athletes ought to propose other ways to secure yarmulkes than bobby pins, which the athletic association believed posed safety risks.
    — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 12 Nov. 2026
  • The motive appeared to stem from Lambert's ongoing battle with the condo homeowner's association and building management over complaints about maintenance and mold, police said.
    — Kelsie Cairns, FOXNews.com, 12 Nov. 2026
Definition of association
Noun
  • Syria signed a defense cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia, and Riyadh provided $403 million in concessional loans for reconstruction projects in Syria this week.
    — Damian Zane, semafor.com, 6 Nov. 2026
  • The response therefore requires cooperation among health authorities, humanitarian agencies, local government, transport services and those responsible for civilian safety.
    — Olayinka Stephen Ilesanmi, The Conversation, 5 Nov. 2026
Definition of cooperation
Noun
  • Like father, like son The show’s narrative is centered around the complicated relationship between Vision and his son Tommy Maximoff (Ruaridh Mollica).
    — Jeff Spry, Space.com, 2 Nov. 2026
  • While Republicans have largely not made Pappas’ sexuality a focus of their political campaigns, the GOP has alleged that Pappas failed to disclose a relationship with a corporate lobbyist.
    — Chad de Guzman, Time, 2 Nov. 2026
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“Link (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/link%20%28up%29. Accessed 13 Nov. 2026.

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