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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Noun

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 heat, the humidity, and the mile-high altitude of Mexico City would combine to create a tournament of bad football.

— Michael Cox, New York Times, 22 July 2026
Ease on the power (there are five levels of assist), and the ride improves as the pedals combine with the rear hub, which is nearly silent at lower settings and emits only a slight whir at full power.

— William Roberson, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026

Definition of combine

Noun

These innovations signal a shift from robotic spectacle to practical, everyday applications, emphasizing collaboration, accessibility, and human-robot comfort as robots integrate into our lives.

— Bernard Marr, Forbes.com, 24 July 2026
Industry analysts note that the collaboration with Anduril also enables Archer to leverage a common aircraft platform across both defense and commercial sectors, potentially reducing development costs while increasing production scale.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 23 July 2026

Definition of collaboration

Verb

Zampo, the signature restaurant, fuses Peruvian tradition with Japanese precision for Instagram-worthy dishes served in a space framed by travertine and handcrafted ceramics.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 July 2026
After 9/11, the Bush administration fused counterterrorism with national defense through the global war on terrorism.

— Melinda Haas, The Conversation, 17 July 2026

Definition of fuse

Verb

Now, Sedalia is connected via major highways 50 and 65, which Imhauser said brings in a huge amount of traffic.

— Sophie Lindberg, Kansas City Star, 26 July 2026
The Bab el-Mandeb Strait, at the southern tip of the Arabian Peninsula, is another vital shipping chokepoint, connecting the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden.

— Jason Ma, Fortune, 25 July 2026

Definition of connect

Noun

When that proved unsustainable, the association hired a landscaping company.

— Josh Bergeron, Charlotte Observer, 24 July 2026
On July 14, council member Meredith Stead pointed to two neighborhood associations in her district — one in favor of the designation, the other strongly opposed.

— Mark Dee July 24, Idaho Statesman, 24 July 2026

Definition of association

Noun

In recent years, the two countries have expanded defence cooperation through joint military exercises, pilot training, cybersecurity initiatives and counter-drone technology development.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 25 July 2026
Deputies were following up on the missing person report but did not find Celeste at the home and were satisfied with d4vd’s level of cooperation.

— Jason Kravarik, CNN Money, 25 July 2026

Definition of cooperation

Noun

According to the arrest warrant affidavit, detectives received a tip shortly after the killing that Velasquez’s husband may have been jealous of the women’s close relationship.

— Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 July 2026
That’s why Lee has visions of Reid joining forces with Coby White, the new leader of the Hornets’ offense, to form a bond that fosters a relationship on and off the court.

— Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 23 July 2026

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