as in relationship
the fact or state of having something in common
the accountants noticed a linkage between the two supposedly independent companies
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Recent Examples of linkage
This arguably marks the first linkage to date between a core mathematical aspect of the arcane theory and real-world astrophysics.
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Ramin Skibba, Scientific American, 13 May 2025
This doctrine shaped the post-war global economy, where deep financial and trade linkages were viewed not just as a matter of efficiency but as a safeguard for peace.
—Jon Helgi Egilsson, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
Back then, there were relatively few linkages between crypto and most of the banking system, which limited the fallout from ructions in the crypto world.
—John Cassidy, New Yorker, 23 June 2025
The mecha linkage wasn’t an arbitrary one either, as mecha anime veteran Ryosuke Takahashi handled the series’ composition.
—Ollie Barder, Forbes.com, 12 June 2025
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Ramin Skibba, Scientific American, 13 May 2025
This doctrine shaped the post-war global economy, where deep financial and trade linkages were viewed not just as a matter of efficiency but as a safeguard for peace.
—Jon Helgi Egilsson, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
Back then, there were relatively few linkages between crypto and most of the banking system, which limited the fallout from ructions in the crypto world.
—John Cassidy, New Yorker, 23 June 2025
The mecha linkage wasn’t an arbitrary one either, as mecha anime veteran Ryosuke Takahashi handled the series’ composition.
—Ollie Barder, Forbes.com, 12 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for linkage
Noun
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He’s considered a work-in-progress defensively, learning a lot from his close relationship with Cincinnati Reds catcher Jose Trevino.—
Brendan Kuty,
New York Times,
31 July 2025
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The fictional Leanne’s husband Bill (Ryan Stiles) abruptly leaves her for a younger woman, forcing her to reevaluate her relationships.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
31 July 2025
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By 2001, one research team found that kinship families in at least 26 states could be denied financial support.—
Jayme Fraser,
USA Today,
16 June 2025
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There is a sense of kinship as Trump was indicted in 2023 for his efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 U.S. presidential election.—
Orianna Rosa Royle,
Fortune,
9 July 2025
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Wallen did his best throughout to nurture the connection he’s been building with his ever-growing fan base this whole time.—
Ed Masley,
USA Today,
20 July 2025
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At the heart of Patterson Farms is its connection to the community.—
Bates Homes,
Idaho Statesman,
20 July 2025
Noun
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Epstein’s association with the rich and famous has garnered great international interest and spun off conspiracy theories, especially among those on the right.—
Solcyré Burga,
Time,
25 July 2025
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But Amy’s association with Rachel may have ultimately been her undoing, as other players looked to weaken the Big Brother legend by taking out her closest ally, leading to the 43-year-old insurance agent’s unanimous 13-0 ouster on Thursday’s live eviction episode.—
Dalton Ross,
EW.com,
25 July 2025
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There is, no doubt, a strong correlation between family wealth and educational attainment.—
Idrees Kahloon,
New Yorker,
28 July 2025
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Note that the correlation 1D_5D refers to the connection between 1D post-earnings returns and subsequent 5D returns.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
28 July 2025
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“Linkage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/linkage. Accessed 3 Aug. 2025.
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