united
adjective
unit·ed
yu̇-ˈnī-təd 
1
: made one : combined
2
: relating to or produced by joint action
a united effort
3
: being in agreement : harmonious
a united family
unitedly
adverb
Examples of united in a Sentence
a united campaign against drug abuse
the party must present a united front if it hopes to win the election
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The fact that the voting took less than two days, on par with the selection of Pope Francis in 2013, shows that the cardinal-electors were largely united in their choice of a man known for his solid judgment, his sharp insight, and a steady hand to lead the church through a tumultuous time.
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Aryn Baker, Time, 8 May 2025
Democrats like Hochul and Republicans like Blakeman, Lawler and Stefanik (all possible challengers to Hochul next year) are united.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 5 May 2025
In a 49 to 49 vote, all but three Republicans opposed the measure, in a victory for the White House and GOP leadership in the Senate as the party seeks to remain united on the issue.
—Kaia Hubbard, CBS News, 30 Apr. 2025
That opposition is sure to spark alarm bells for Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), who can only afford to lose three GOP votes and still adopt the budget resolution, assuming united Democratic opposition and full attendance.
—Mychael Schnell, The Hill, 9 Apr. 2025
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Aryn Baker, Time, 8 May 2025
Democrats like Hochul and Republicans like Blakeman, Lawler and Stefanik (all possible challengers to Hochul next year) are united.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 5 May 2025
In a 49 to 49 vote, all but three Republicans opposed the measure, in a victory for the White House and GOP leadership in the Senate as the party seeks to remain united on the issue.
—Kaia Hubbard, CBS News, 30 Apr. 2025
That opposition is sure to spark alarm bells for Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), who can only afford to lose three GOP votes and still adopt the budget resolution, assuming united Democratic opposition and full attendance.
—Mychael Schnell, The Hill, 9 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for united
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“United.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/united. Accessed 11 May. 2025.
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