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also alinement
as in layout
the way objects in space are arranged in proper relation to one another
The alignment of the text with the pictures is off.
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Recent Examples of alignment
Even some of those who did criticize Mr. Trump for his administration’s alignment with Russia at the United Nations this week did so without calling out the president or his advisers by name.
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Karoun Demirjian, New York Times, 25 Feb. 2025
Campbell is the team’s best option at second base right now, assuming Bregman is at third; their best defensive alignment has Campbell at second and Ceddanne Rafaela in center, with Vaughn Grissom probably on the bench.
—Keith Law, The Athletic, 24 Feb. 2025
Given the alignment of symptoms and the raw seafood and salads eaten in Hawaii, the doctors gave a presumptive diagnosis of central nervous system angiostrongyliasis.
—Ars Technica, 13 Feb. 2025
Spreading ourselves too thin dilutes the humanitarian and strategic impact of our foreign assistance spending—that's why the alignment with U.S. foreign policy priorities and programmatic efficiency tests are so important.
—Ted Yoho, TIME, 13 Feb. 2025
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Karoun Demirjian, New York Times, 25 Feb. 2025
Campbell is the team’s best option at second base right now, assuming Bregman is at third; their best defensive alignment has Campbell at second and Ceddanne Rafaela in center, with Vaughn Grissom probably on the bench.
—Keith Law, The Athletic, 24 Feb. 2025
Given the alignment of symptoms and the raw seafood and salads eaten in Hawaii, the doctors gave a presumptive diagnosis of central nervous system angiostrongyliasis.
—Ars Technica, 13 Feb. 2025
Spreading ourselves too thin dilutes the humanitarian and strategic impact of our foreign assistance spending—that's why the alignment with U.S. foreign policy priorities and programmatic efficiency tests are so important.
—Ted Yoho, TIME, 13 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for alignment
Noun
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The intrigue: There's a new track layout this year, which will shorten COTA's 3.41-mile circuit.—
Nicole Cobler,
Axios,
27 Feb. 2025
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Prepare for emergencies and common issues: Have a backup plan for emergencies and familiarize yourself with the festival layout and the locations of emergency services.—
Joan Pabón,
Miami Herald,
26 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Economic downturns, supply chain disruptions, and geopolitical shifts threaten business continuity.—
Jason Phillips,
USA TODAY,
19 Feb. 2025
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The responsibility of the upcoming new executive hire will be to ensure the continuity required to challenge consistently.—
James McNicholas,
The Athletic,
19 Feb. 2025
Noun
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While the concentrated nozzle of some finishing sprays can feel too heavy in one spot, this alcohol-free, non-aerosol formula delivers a light, misty texture for even distribution and buildable hold.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
17 Feb. 2025
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Additionally, the deal includes theatrical distribution for the feature-length episodes that will be part of the next two seasons.—
Harrison Richlin,
IndieWire,
16 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The color and design of these goggles are enough to up my ante, though.—
Alexandra Pereira,
Travel + Leisure,
24 Feb. 2025
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These quilts, each unique in design, color, fabric and size, have come from all over Los Angeles, Oregon, Ohio, Massachusetts and the United Kingdom.—
Lisa Boone,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Feb. 2025
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My job as an assistant professor of psychology at a medical school kept me busy—teaching and mentoring students on best medical practices, leading student organizations and facilitating faculty orientations.—
Rajini Poth,
Flow Space,
19 Feb. 2025
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Desmond Lim with his Harvard classmates during orientation week.—
Ernestine Siu,
CNBC,
12 Feb. 2025
Noun
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While there are certainly products that can be used across different hair textures, lengths, curl patterns, thicknesses, colors (natural and unnatural), and needs, hair products are often created with specific consumers in mind.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
17 Feb. 2025
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Usually, this is the most prominent triangular star pattern of the winter sky.—
Joe Rao,
Space.com,
17 Feb. 2025
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It’s also reinforced with water-resistant cedar battens that help the roof blend into the larger structure.—
Shea Simmons,
People.com,
22 Feb. 2025
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The Ankara Castle is another worthwhile attraction to add to your itinerary; the structure is one of the oldest still-standing buildings in the city and is believed to have been built in the 7th century.—
Kaitlyn McInnis,
Forbes,
22 Feb. 2025
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“Alignment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alignment. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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