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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
Al Weaver, The Hill, 24 Sep. 2025
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on Wednesday upheld the image of a united and data-dependent Fed, which helped give a boost of confidence to investors.
—John Towfighi, CNN Money, 22 Sep. 2025
Don Graves, Foreign Affairs, 24 Sep. 2025
Though opinions were divided, what united many commenters was admiration for the effort on display.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Sep. 2025
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Adjective
Democrats have remained largely united, but there are questions as to whether that can keep up, especially if there remains no resolution closer to the deadline or past it.
—Al Weaver, The Hill, 24 Sep. 2025
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on Wednesday upheld the image of a united and data-dependent Fed, which helped give a boost of confidence to investors.
—John Towfighi, CNN Money, 22 Sep. 2025
Verb
Until recently, few policy tools united Democrats and Republicans like export controls.
—Don Graves, Foreign Affairs, 24 Sep. 2025
Though opinions were divided, what united many commenters was admiration for the effort on display.
—Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for united
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The spending plans for general government and school aid were approved with unanimous bipartisan votes in conference committees charged with resolving differences between the House and Senate.—
Paul Egan,
Freep.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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Speaking of adjustments in training and fight style, Rountree demonstrated a more methodical approach in his unanimous decision victory over Jamahal Hill back in June.—
Fernando Quiles Jr,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Oct. 2025
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The proposal of a drone wall, which is particularly supported by Baltic and Eastern European states, is intended as both a deterrence and defensive barrier, as well as a way to pool resources to bolster Europe’s collective defense.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
1 Oct. 2025
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Under the state constitution, the gifting of certain state properties requires approval by a collective decision-making body comprised of the attorney general, the chief financial officer and the commissioner of agriculture as well as the governor.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
1 Oct. 2025
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The two have combined for 594 rushing yards and nine rushing touchdowns through the Hurricanes’ first four games.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
3 Oct. 2025
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Later, a labor shortage, the Russian invasion of Ukraine, and resulting disruption of oil markets combined to keep prices climbing still higher.—
Alexander Coolidge,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
3 Oct. 2025
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The bombshell case was later consolidated as part of a $400 million lawsuit against The New York Times, Lively and the actress' husband Ryan Reynolds.—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
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Republicans quickly consolidated Democrats, Antifa, and trans people into one radical enemy.—
Grace Byron,
New Yorker,
3 Oct. 2025
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Gray cooperated with Nixon to stymie the FBI’s investigation of the 1972 Watergate break-in and the ensuing cover-up.—
Douglas M. Charles,
The Conversation,
3 Oct. 2025
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The driver involved remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators.—
Darrell Smith,
Sacbee.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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The breakout song of the summer was the first time the duo behind AYA collaborated in a professional studio.—
Camilla Wright,
semafor.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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For this, the researchers collaborated with chefs at Alchemist, a two-star Michelin restaurant in Copenhagen.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Oct. 2025
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The heirloom-worthy piece has a textured matte interior that helps with browning, and the exterior base is smooth and compatible with all stoves.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
3 Oct. 2025
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The Grappler would require upgrading the department's fleet of vehicles for use, as the current vehicles are not compatible, Sarnow said.—
David Clarey,
jsonline.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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Sesame oil is high in antioxidants that may help decrease the risk of cancer and heart disease, along with reducing joint pain related to arthritis.—
Susan Selasky,
Freep.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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In November, researchers will head to the remote island of Nikumaroro, which is halfway between Australia and Hawaii, according to a joint press release from the two agencies.—
Ashley J. DiMella,
FOXNews.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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“United.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/united. Accessed 7 Oct. 2025.
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