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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
Dan Albano, Oc Register, 2 June 2026
France and Germany—at war since the Romans led punitive expeditions over the Rhine from Gaul into Germania—had become the twin-stroke engine of a united Europe.
—Literary Hub, 2 June 2026
Bhumika Tharoor, The Atlantic, 9 June 2026
Particularly worth a visit is the 61-acre Sonoma Botanical Garden in Glen Ellen, which showcases the connection between the flora of California and East Asia, two regions divided and united by the Pacific Ocean.
—Kalpana Mohan, Mercury News, 8 June 2026
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Adjective
The players seemed more confident, more united and more determined.
—Dan Albano, Oc Register, 2 June 2026
France and Germany—at war since the Romans led punitive expeditions over the Rhine from Gaul into Germania—had become the twin-stroke engine of a united Europe.
—Literary Hub, 2 June 2026
Verb
Eventually, White united his friends, which led to Trump’s appearance on Rogan’s enormously popular podcast during his 2024 campaign and to Rogan’s endorsement.
—Bhumika Tharoor, The Atlantic, 9 June 2026
Particularly worth a visit is the 61-acre Sonoma Botanical Garden in Glen Ellen, which showcases the connection between the flora of California and East Asia, two regions divided and united by the Pacific Ocean.
—Kalpana Mohan, Mercury News, 8 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for united
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In a unanimous decision on May 14, 2026, the court concluded that federal law doesn’t shield freight brokers from state-law claims.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
11 June 2026
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The project even snagged unanimous approval from New York City‘s Landmarks Preservation Commission on its very first try, a rare feat for a new build in a historic district.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
10 June 2026
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Towns called it a collective joy when the Spurs failed to score on the final possession.—
Hannah Keyser,
CNN Money,
11 June 2026
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The property is famous for thermal baths fed by a spring discovered by medieval hunters, and holds six collective Michelin stars across its restaurants.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
11 June 2026
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The Valkyries shot 36% from the field and 22% from the 3-point line, but held Seattle’s young front court duo of Dominique Malonga and Awa Fam to just 17 points combined while outrebounding the Storm 33-31.—
Nathan Canilao,
Mercury News,
13 June 2026
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Inside, the decor features a modern aesthetic, with white walls combined with warm timber accents.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
12 June 2026
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What had been a 10-point lead on Election Night for Pratt consolidated to seven points on Wednesday, six on Thursday and now three by the weekend as more votes are counted.—
Steven Zeitchik,
HollywoodReporter,
6 June 2026
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The Forest Service has denied that the pending closures are intended to force workers to quit and has suggested that employees in the facilities being evaluated for shut down would be consolidated into one location in Colorado.—
Chiara Eisner,
NPR,
6 June 2026
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In one mode, participants cooperated with Pepper as teammates working toward a common goal.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
12 June 2026
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Advertisement For the innovation drive, Statista cooperated with LexisNexis® Intellectual Property Solutions to analyze the quantity and impact of a company’s IP (intellectual property) portfolio.—
TIME Staff,
Time,
9 June 2026
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Soto-Innes, formerly of New York’s Cosme, collaborated with Jorge Vallejo of Mexico City’s Quintonil, to showcase modern Mexican haute cuisine and hospitality.—
Jennifer Kester,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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Since then, the brand has collaborated with artists including the Francis Bacon Estate and the Pet Shop Boys.—
Violet Goldstone,
Footwear News,
12 June 2026
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Some Apple Intelligence features, like higher limits on image generation and descriptions of footage from smart home cameras compatible with Apple’s HomeKit system, will require an iCloud+ subscription.—
Lisa Eadicicco,
CNN Money,
13 June 2026
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Bayfront is not a luxury center, but Cohen plans to re-merchandise it with new tenants that would make compatible neighbors for Barneys.—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
11 June 2026
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After wrapping up their joint role as Carrie, the sisters decided to retire from acting to focus on finishing school.—
Kelly Martinez,
Entertainment Weekly,
12 June 2026
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Superintendent Brian Blake and Principal Jonathan Mitchell issued a joint two-page statement Friday disputing the parents' version of events that led to the forfeit.—
Mike Toole,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
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“United.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/united. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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