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as in unanimous
having or marked by agreement in feeling or action
the party must present a united front if it hopes to win the election
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as in collective
used or done by a number of people as a group
when a campaign to raise funds is this successful, it's only because of the united effort of all concerned
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as in combined
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 consolidated
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 cooperated
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 collaborated
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 united
Steven Stalinsky, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2026
Some attendees also pointed out that, while conservatives are largely united, media personalities have highlighted divisions.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Mar. 2026
Brandon Holveck, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
The future united them in Dubai.
—Mina Al-Oraibi, Time, 14 Apr. 2026
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Adjective
Listen to Martyr Khamenei's words on why Islamic governments and nations must stand united and fight the US arrogance in the region.
—Steven Stalinsky, MSNBC Newsweek, 30 Mar. 2026
Some attendees also pointed out that, while conservatives are largely united, media personalities have highlighted divisions.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Mar. 2026
Verb
Two years later, IBANCO united all of its networks into a single global network.
—Brandon Holveck, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
The future united them in Dubai.
—Mina Al-Oraibi, Time, 14 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for united
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Everything is harder on both ends without the unanimous Defensive Player of the Year.—
Dan Santaromita,
New York Times,
23 Apr. 2026
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Winners were chosen by a unanimous vote of 28 jurors from more than 1,000 submissions across television, podcasts/radio and the web in entertainment, news, documentary, arts, children’s/youth, public service, and interactive/immersive programming and media.—
Brande Victorian,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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With its handmade stop-motion art style and heartfelt storytelling, the game honors cultural memory and centers a Black woman’s healing journey with exceptional craft in this meaningful exploration of personal and collective weight.—
Patrick Hipes,
Deadline,
23 Apr. 2026
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The series emphasizes hope and the power of collective action, providing a nuanced look at both the rebels and the individuals within the Empire, ultimately highlighting the enduring relevance of its themes of oppression and resistance in today’s world.—
Brande Victorian,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Apr. 2026
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That, combined with their late selections in each round, put them among the teams with the least overall capital in the league.—
Parker Gabriel,
Denver Post,
25 Apr. 2026
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Jojo Marsh pitched the seventh to combined on the shutout.—
Dan Albano,
Oc Register,
25 Apr. 2026
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By the time many equity operators were able to open their doors, much of the market had already matured and consolidated.—
Sonya M. Harper,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Apr. 2026
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Both suits allege the private equity firm American Industrial Partners has illegally consolidated a previously robust market of smaller, independent fire engine manufacturers to eliminate competition for the critical, lifesaving vehicles and their parts.—
Alex Riggins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
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Police said the motorist stopped at the scene and cooperated with the investigation.—
Robert Salonga,
Mercury News,
24 Apr. 2026
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The driver remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation, police said.—
Carlos E. Castañeda,
CBS News,
24 Apr. 2026
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Grennell also collaborated extensively with the late Heath Ledger across multiple projects, including The Dark Knight and Brokeback Mountain.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
24 Apr. 2026
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Astrophysicist at California Institute of Technology, collaborated with NASA.—
Bay Area News Group,
Mercury News,
23 Apr. 2026
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Choose from classic styles, vegan leather designs with interchangeable straps, clear styles great for summer events and tumbler compatible styles.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
25 Apr. 2026
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On Wednesday, a department spokesperson told CBS News Texas the changes would ensure that policies involving cooperation with other law enforcement agencies are compatible with state and federal guidelines.—
Doug Myers,
CBS News,
24 Apr. 2026
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As multiple world powers invest heavily in Ukrainian expertise and joint production with the Ukrainian government and private companies, only the Pentagon is holding back.—
Trudy Rubin,
Mercury News,
24 Apr. 2026
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Related Stories His appointment was announced on Friday in a joint statement by the presidents of Italy’s motion picture association ANICA and Italian TV producers’ association APA, Alessandro Usai and Chiara Sbarigia.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
24 Apr. 2026
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“United.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/united. Accessed 27 Apr. 2026.
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