linkage

noun

ˈliŋ-kij How to pronounce linkage (audio)
Definition of linkagenext
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 Iran has formalized the link between the Iranian and Lebanese fronts, pressing Israel, through Washington, to accept that linkage and stop its operations against Hezbollah. — Hamidreza Azizi, Time, 19 June 2026 States, counties, and cities must have an adequate number of disease intervention specialists for speedy case investigation, partner services, and linkage to care. — Jeffrey D. Klausner, STAT, 17 June 2026 The Florida-Israel Institute is one of eleven public linkage institutes between Florida universities and foreign countries, meant to promote closer ties and opportunities for joint research. — Ruth Abramovitz, Sun Sentinel, 6 June 2026 DoubleLine's Gundlach pushed back on the linkages, noting the robust performance of securities markets in general over recent months. — Tobias Burns, CNBC, 28 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for linkage
Recent Examples of Synonyms for linkage
  1. relationship
  2. kinship
  3. connection
  4. association
  5. correlation
Noun
  • The tariffs – whether threatened or implemented – sent shockwaves through the global economy, tested relationships with longstanding allies and pushed a handful of countries to strike trade deals with Washington to limit the damage.
    — Hanna Ziady, CNN Money, 16 July 2026
  • Wells Fargo is hiring branch bankers, investment advisors, commercial banking relationship managers, and investment bankers and traders, Scharf said.
    — Catherine Muccigrosso July 15, Charlotte Observer, 15 July 2026
Definition of relationship
Noun
  • Genuine kinship, even for a few hours, can feel harder than ever to find.
    — Marcus Thompson II, New York Times, 30 June 2026
  • Raise the Future offers Family Support Services for foster, kinship and adoptive families.
    — Libby Smith, CBS News, 29 June 2026
Definition of kinship
Noun
  • There will be plenty of club connections between the two teams.
    — Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 11 July 2026
  • While there isn’t much of a previous connection, Mitchell appreciates the need for a point guard to seize any opportunity to establish chemistry.
    — Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 10 July 2026
Definition of connection
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
  • The most advantageous correlation is stacking a quarterback with one OR two of his receivers.
    — Gladys Louise Tyler, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
  • The correlation is generally stronger between gold and real interest rates, which is the interest rate paid minus inflation.
    — Faith Wakefield, USA Today, 8 July 2026
Definition of correlation

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“Linkage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/linkage. Accessed 17 Jul. 2026.

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