LINK (UP) Synonyms: 116 Similar and Opposite Words

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verb

Definition of link (up)

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

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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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 Other times, though, the linkup feels just right. — Will Porter, Outside, 31 Oct. 2025 Lopez and Perry's mashup linkup has earned praise from fans online, who applauded the 4 Non Blondes singer's epic cameo. — Edward Segarra, USA Today, 27 Oct. 2025 The Bieber-Sheeran linkup would’ve lined up with the times the two worked together in the past. — Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 25 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for link (up)

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Verb

The actual Tann was born to free parents and, according to some sources, served in the Union Army before moving to Kansas, where he became known for combining medicinal treatment with physical therapy.

— Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026
Increasingly the two are combined into multi-orbit networks, with room for operators old and new — from Viasat to Astranis.

— Charlotte Kiang, Forbes.com, 9 July 2026

Definition of combine

Noun

Air Force partnership expands The award extends Asylon’s collaboration with the Air Force beyond autonomous security operations, an area where its robotic platforms already support active missions.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 10 July 2026
Danish jewelry giant Pandora introduced a creative platform in collaboration with British stylist Harry Lambert, called Pandora Wonders.

— Laure Guilbault, Vogue, 10 July 2026

Definition of collaboration

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Along with the state-of-the-art sound system at its core, this a place that’s capable of fusing festival vibes with beach like aesthetics – all in an otherwise lazy Vegas afternoon.

— Brad Japhe, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026
And the premise of Robotech is there is alien technology on Earth that allows for humans to fight back against the incoming aliens by fusing with the technology itself to become mechs.

— Charlie Warzel, The Atlantic, 3 July 2026

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The standard of excellence the school represents in all aspects of formation and education will only improve as a result of this partnership.

— Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 13 July 2026
Food and beverage options result from a partnership with Paris Society, a luxury French hospitality company that works with groups worldwide to give them high-end culinary offerings.

— Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 13 July 2026

Definition of partnership

Verb

In November, an LLC connected to homebuilder Next Generation Capital bought the property from a family trust, according to the assessor’s office.

— Theresa Clift, Sacbee.com, 11 July 2026
Researchers and psychologists agree that this feeling can fuel anxiety, dissatisfaction, and a constant need to stay connected, for fear of missing an opportunity, an event, or an experience.

— Ana Morales, Vogue, 11 July 2026

Definition of connect

Noun

As a longtime resident near the property, Van Sistine serves as Board Chair of the neighborhood association Ballpark Collective RNO and played a key role in establishing the Ballpark General Improvement District.

— Jessica Alvarado Gamez, Denver Post, 9 July 2026
Homeowners agreed to pool those funds through their homeowners association so the road could be rebuilt.

— Nora O'Neill, Charlotte Observer, 9 July 2026

Definition of association

Noun

Sanz appeared in seven episodes of the Emmy-winning show, which chronicled her life as an adult with Down syndrome, including her relationship with husband, Angel.

— Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 9 July 2026
The plants and animals Williford’s ancestors held relationships with became strangers.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026

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