coalesces

verb

Definition of coalescesnext
present tense third-person singular of coalesce
1
as in combines
to come together to form a single unit several small townships have coalesced into a single metropolis

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2
as in unites
to form or enter into an association that furthers the interests of its members the historic preservation movement gained momentum when the two groups coalesced

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  1. unites
  2. connects
  3. collaborates
  4. merges
Verb
  • The estate unites two old farms—one at the top of a hill, the other in a lush valley—into a single 22-room property.
    Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 7 Dec. 2024
  • What unites the society of Savile Row tailor Anderson & Sheppard is style, an obsession with cut and cloth, and the chance to work closely with the in-house tailors on looks for day, evening — and even bedtime.
    Samantha Conti, WWD, 5 Dec. 2024
Definition of unites
Verb
  • This part connects the rocket’s two stages, enabling it to separate at high altitudes.
    Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 10 Dec. 2024
  • The annual Wisconsin Governor's Business Plan Contest, which connects early-stage tech businesses with resources and a statewide business network, is accepting entries for its 2025 competition.
    Genevieve Redsten, Journal Sentinel, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of connects
Verb
  • As the crew collaborates with locals to fabricate a trend, unexpected connections blossom while a pervasive health crisis looms unacknowledged in the background.
    Peter Debruge, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Longoria often collaborates with stylist Maeve Reilly.
    Julia Teti, WWD, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of collaborates
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  • The All-America Conference merges with the National Football League.
    Houston Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 9 Dec. 2024
  • Interiors feature handcrafted decor that merges luxury with rustic charm.
    Nashia Baker, Architectural Digest, 7 Dec. 2024
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