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as in to combine
to come together to form a single unit
using the microscope, we watched the water droplets unite into a single pool
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as in to consolidate
to bring (something) to a central point or under a single control
united several teams under the reorganization plan
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as in to cooperate
to form or enter into an association that furthers the interests of its members
parents united to reform the school's curriculum
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as in to collaborate
to participate or assist in a joint effort to accomplish an end
only if private investors and public officials unite for the common good, will this city experience an economic revival
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Recent Examples of unite
And for a few hours on a Sunday morning at least, on a February day without the NFL or the NBA All-Star Game or the Daytona 500, this likeable group of American hockey players riveted a nation, and maybe even united the country.
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Sean Gregory, Time, 22 Feb. 2026
What begins as a gesture of Franco-American fraternity evolves into the intimate story of an unlikely friendship between two men united by ideals and tested by doubt.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 20 Feb. 2026
Its sensitivity about both groups is a reminder that uniting them remains the Iranian opposition’s best move, if only activists would take it.
—Arash Azizi, The Atlantic, 20 Feb. 2026
That lab opened its doors at the 4 Nations Face-Off, when McDavid, MacKinnon, Cale Makar, Sam Reinhart and Sidney Crosby were first united on Team Canada’s power play.
—Arpon Basu, New York Times, 20 Feb. 2026
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Sean Gregory, Time, 22 Feb. 2026
What begins as a gesture of Franco-American fraternity evolves into the intimate story of an unlikely friendship between two men united by ideals and tested by doubt.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 20 Feb. 2026
Its sensitivity about both groups is a reminder that uniting them remains the Iranian opposition’s best move, if only activists would take it.
—Arash Azizi, The Atlantic, 20 Feb. 2026
That lab opened its doors at the 4 Nations Face-Off, when McDavid, MacKinnon, Cale Makar, Sam Reinhart and Sidney Crosby were first united on Team Canada’s power play.
—Arpon Basu, New York Times, 20 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unite
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Six of Newport Harbor’s eight hits came from the six through nine spots in the batting order and those players combined for five RBIs.—
Michael Huntley,
Oc Register,
25 Feb. 2026
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Add to bowl with dressing, and toss well to combine.—
Gretchen McKay,
Twin Cities,
25 Feb. 2026
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Faculty and students fear consolidating the department with others could threaten individual degree programs, courses, programming, research and faculty jobs.—
Lily Kepner,
Austin American Statesman,
22 Feb. 2026
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The entity consolidates and provides a slew of critical information to more than 250 law enforcement agencies, fire departments and courts.—
Dave Boucher,
Freep.com,
22 Feb. 2026
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The bill compels public universities and local governments, including schools, to cooperate with federal immigration enforcement.—
Carole Carlson,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Feb. 2026
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The officer attempted to detain Parnell, who allegedly did not cooperate, Thompson said.—
Caroline Zimmerman,
Kansas City Star,
20 Feb. 2026
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Faison and Braff are still constantly collaborating whether that’s on a podcast or commercials, and even though she’s decamped from Los Angeles to Canada, Chalke makes a point to keep in touch.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Feb. 2026
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On the heels of a caviar giveaway for Valentine's Day and plans to roll out the Big Arch burger stateside, McDonald's and Drake — the rapper, singer and actor — are collaborating on a new late-night meal.—
Chad Murphy,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
20 Feb. 2026
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But theater owner trade group Cinema United and the Writers Guild of America have warned that further consolidation would further concentrate the entertainment business, bringing more layoffs and theater closures.—
Samantha Masunaga,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Feb. 2026
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The market was heavily concentrated.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
24 Feb. 2026
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Over long periods of time, and sometimes very long periods of time, their orbits will decay, and the two components will inspiral and eventually merge.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
20 Feb. 2026
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Clearer information on the strength, track, and timeline of the storm will become more available later today into Friday as computer models are able to better sample the pieces of energy that will merge into this developing coastal storm.—
Steven Sosna,
CBS News,
19 Feb. 2026
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NextGen research robot The PM01 is a compact humanoid robot designed for researchers seeking to integrate human-like capabilities with advanced robotics.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
23 Feb. 2026
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The Tyersall-Gallop core is integrated into the park’s existing rainforest and the Bukit Timah core is home to a children's garden complete with treehouses, a suspension bridge, and farm.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
21 Feb. 2026
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“Unite.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unite. Accessed 27 Feb. 2026.
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