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as in connects
to put or bring together so as to form a new and longer whole
she linked the flowers together to form a long chain
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as in associates
to think of (something) in combination
since childhood I have always linked trips to the beach with the discomforts of sunburn and sand in my clothes
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as in sausages
a rod-shaped portion of seasoned ground meat in a casing
I like to put maple syrup on my breakfast links
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as in bonds
a uniting or binding force or influence
those old love letters were her only remaining link with her late grandparents
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Recent Examples of links
Tristan Bove, Fortune, 6 Mar. 2026
The Bernstein report notes that while sales in the region will be impacted, the closing of the Strait of Hormuz, which links the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman and the Indian Ocean, and rising oil prices will have ripple effects across the global automotive industry.
—Michael Wayland, CNBC, 6 Mar. 2026
Preston, 41, links his push to expand health care across the district to his own experiences, including being stabbed as a young man by a brother experiencing a mental health crisis.
—Jake Sheridan, Chicago Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
Once Plumb gives the reluctant Sheriff Homer circumstantial evidence that links Clark to the bike in the pool surveillance footage, seen with Floyd’s car, the latter resumes interest in Clark as a suspect.
—Andy Andersen, Vulture, 4 Mar. 2026
In January, the defense filed motions challenging much of the evidence, claiming that a single hair is all that allegedly links Heuermann to victim Sandra Costilla.
—Carolyn Gusoff, CBS News, 4 Mar. 2026
The uniforms will also include a QR code that links back to the Cooperativa Alice, so each employee understands how their uniforms were made, emphasizing the craftsmanship and effort of the cooperative’s workers.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 27 Feb. 2026
At the core of the platform is a structured database that links care providers—including post-acute, specialty, and rehabilitation facilities—with insurance plan criteria and facility attributes such as accessibility and service capabilities.
—IEEE Spectrum, 26 Feb. 2026
The Mediterranean Main Street links the Cabana Court with the Video Court, which in turn, is connected to the Rotunda Court by the Art Deco Main Street.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 23 Feb. 2026
Tom Huddleston Jr., CNBC, 7 Mar. 2026
All gardens have at least 60 percent native plants, and some include signage with links to Calscape, the California Native Plant Society’s database.
—Martina Schimitschek, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Mar. 2026
Officials also warned residents not to provide personal, banking or credit card information through links sent from unknown numbers.
—Terra Sullivan, CBS News, 7 Mar. 2026
New Atlas may receive commission on purchases through our links.
—New Atlas, 6 Mar. 2026
The American Astronomical Society has more information and links, as well as instructions on how to submit a comment.
—Phil Plait, Scientific American, 6 Mar. 2026
Betting/odds, ticketing and streaming links in this article are provided by partners of The Athletic.
—Data Skrive, New York Times, 6 Mar. 2026
Mojtaba Khamenei, 56 The second son of Khamenei, Mojtaba is known to wield significant influence behind the scenes and has strong links with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), the most powerful military body in the country, as well as its Basij volunteer paramilitary force.
—Abbas Al Lawati, CNN Money, 1 Mar. 2026
The list has typically included firms with ties to adversaries, such as telecom giant Huawei, which has links to China, or cybersecurity specialist Kaspersky, which has links to Russia.
—Michael Liedtke, Chicago Tribune, 28 Feb. 2026
Verb
Tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz that links the Gulf to the rest of the world has been at a standstill as operators fear attacks and insurance companies cancel war coverage.
—Tristan Bove, Fortune, 6 Mar. 2026
The Bernstein report notes that while sales in the region will be impacted, the closing of the Strait of Hormuz, which links the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman and the Indian Ocean, and rising oil prices will have ripple effects across the global automotive industry.
—Michael Wayland, CNBC, 6 Mar. 2026
Preston, 41, links his push to expand health care across the district to his own experiences, including being stabbed as a young man by a brother experiencing a mental health crisis.
—Jake Sheridan, Chicago Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
Once Plumb gives the reluctant Sheriff Homer circumstantial evidence that links Clark to the bike in the pool surveillance footage, seen with Floyd’s car, the latter resumes interest in Clark as a suspect.
—Andy Andersen, Vulture, 4 Mar. 2026
In January, the defense filed motions challenging much of the evidence, claiming that a single hair is all that allegedly links Heuermann to victim Sandra Costilla.
—Carolyn Gusoff, CBS News, 4 Mar. 2026
The uniforms will also include a QR code that links back to the Cooperativa Alice, so each employee understands how their uniforms were made, emphasizing the craftsmanship and effort of the cooperative’s workers.
—Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 27 Feb. 2026
At the core of the platform is a structured database that links care providers—including post-acute, specialty, and rehabilitation facilities—with insurance plan criteria and facility attributes such as accessibility and service capabilities.
—IEEE Spectrum, 26 Feb. 2026
The Mediterranean Main Street links the Cabana Court with the Video Court, which in turn, is connected to the Rotunda Court by the Art Deco Main Street.
—Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 23 Feb. 2026
Noun
Take control of your money with CNBC Select CNBC Select is editorially independent and may earn a commission from affiliate partners on links.
—Tom Huddleston Jr., CNBC, 7 Mar. 2026
All gardens have at least 60 percent native plants, and some include signage with links to Calscape, the California Native Plant Society’s database.
—Martina Schimitschek, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Mar. 2026
Officials also warned residents not to provide personal, banking or credit card information through links sent from unknown numbers.
—Terra Sullivan, CBS News, 7 Mar. 2026
New Atlas may receive commission on purchases through our links.
—New Atlas, 6 Mar. 2026
The American Astronomical Society has more information and links, as well as instructions on how to submit a comment.
—Phil Plait, Scientific American, 6 Mar. 2026
Betting/odds, ticketing and streaming links in this article are provided by partners of The Athletic.
—Data Skrive, New York Times, 6 Mar. 2026
Mojtaba Khamenei, 56 The second son of Khamenei, Mojtaba is known to wield significant influence behind the scenes and has strong links with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), the most powerful military body in the country, as well as its Basij volunteer paramilitary force.
—Abbas Al Lawati, CNN Money, 1 Mar. 2026
The list has typically included firms with ties to adversaries, such as telecom giant Huawei, which has links to China, or cybersecurity specialist Kaspersky, which has links to Russia.
—Michael Liedtke, Chicago Tribune, 28 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for links
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Davis connects with the 3-1 pitch, which falls into a soft spot in center field, bringing in two runs.—
Caleb Yum,
Austin American Statesman,
6 Mar. 2026
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Kintetsu rail connects Yoshino to Osaka and Nara, and local buses help access trailheads.—
Alexandra Gillespie,
Outside,
6 Mar. 2026
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Greene’s heart-to-heart media tour has been jarring liberals and anyone else who associates her with conspiratorial beliefs and outrageous comments.—
Erin Mansfield,
USA Today,
21 Nov. 2025
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Everyone associates that with us.—
Stephanie McNeal,
Glamour,
8 Oct. 2025
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Each package has five sausages that would be wonderful if cooked and served hot dog style with a sprinkle of pickled onions and blue cheese.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
28 Feb. 2026
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The hearty pork sausages can be paired with fluffy mashed potatoes, roasted veggies, and a pint of beer for a tasty dinner.—
Michele Laufik,
Martha Stewart,
27 Feb. 2026
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The 7th house is more about one-on-one bonds, while the 11th house magnifies the potential of a united community.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
9 Mar. 2026
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Gervais said the Seahawks didn’t just find the right players for their system but put an extraordinary emphasis on those players building bonds.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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The swoony strings coat the song with a lush, old-fashioned feel.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA Today,
4 Mar. 2026
Verb
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These findings don’t mean weight loss is futile; even short-term weight loss correlates with improvements in metabolic health.—
Lori Youmshajekian,
Scientific American,
26 Feb. 2026
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How Trump's focus on immigration affects Oklahoma The immigration agency's push for prosecutorial powers, meanwhile, correlates to the increase in court hearings, creating a backlog of cases as detentions skyrocket.—
Maria Guinnip,
Oklahoman,
25 Feb. 2026
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Azerbaijan in recent years has developed ties with Israel and the United States, with Iran's influence in the South Caucasus region diminishing.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
6 Mar. 2026
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Recent moves — including the removal of sanctions on Malian junta officials — suggest Washington is actively rebuilding ties with these military-run nations.—
Adrian Elimian,
semafor.com,
6 Mar. 2026
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As Leon, however, it's recommended to play in the third person, which couples nicely with the action-thriller vibe of that storyline.—
Nick Romano,
Entertainment Weekly,
27 Feb. 2026
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The seven Harry Potter books are canon; fan fiction that couples Hermione and Malfoy is not.—
Colton Valentine,
New Yorker,
24 Jan. 2026
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“Links.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/links. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.
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