as in merging
the act or an instance of joining two or more things into one
the connecting of the truck to the trailer was easily accomplished
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as in integrating
to put or bring together so as to form a new and longer whole
connect all the sets of lights and attach them to the branches of the Christmas tree
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as in combining
to come together to form a single unit
the two interstate highways connect, so a driver can go from one corner of the state to the other without much trouble
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as in associating
to think of (something) in combination
opera is popularly connected with high society
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Recent Examples of connecting
Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 30 Mar. 2026
According to Ryan, the right kitchen sells the dream of entertaining, connecting, and living well.
—Cori Sears, The Spruce, 27 Jan. 2026
That drive ended with Darnold and Smith-Njigba connecting for a 14-yard touchdown.
—Michael-Shawn Dugar, New York Times, 26 Jan. 2026
The power-plant theory is an iteration of that tradition—a movement away from mystical explanations such as the Curse of the Billy Goat and toward shareable deep dives, investigations, and dot-connecting.
—Kaitlyn Tiffany, The Atlantic, 23 Jan. 2026
SpaceX's Starlink constellation, which now totals more than 9,100 operational satellites, provides internet access to areas around the world where other means of connecting are either sparse non existent.
—Robert Z. Pearlman, Space.com, 7 Dec. 2025
Thankfully, due to a lot of personal research, the connecting of many dots, and a strong Wi-Fi signal, Teddy has uncovered the truth.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 23 Oct. 2025
Talia Soglin, Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
Gateway is modified to first repair the old 1910 tunnel immediately and construct a more economical new tunnel (without expensive and unneeded bench walls and cross-connecting passageways) and link it directly into Penn Station.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 16 Feb. 2026
So mature, his conviction, his instincts, his fearlessness, and to give something which is so different yet so connecting.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 16 Oct. 2025
Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 20 May 2026
One example is a utility modernizing storm response by connecting outage systems, field dispatch, weather feeds and customer communications.
—Deepak Garg, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
And so for me, that’s not about stale stuff, that’s about connecting to the joy of life, connecting to laughter and the beauty of other people.
—Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2026
Best for families focused on memory-making and connecting with nature.
—Lauren Schuster, Sacbee.com, 20 May 2026
Parents will appreciate that each floor has connecting room options.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 May 2026
Yastrzemski, one of Atlanta’s key offseason acquisitions, had gone 116 at-bats in 38-plus games before connecting on his first long ball.
—Chad Bishop, AJC.com, 13 May 2026
Some sleuthing commenters noted Kelce connecting his brother and Bulloch with numerology, a penchant of Travis's fiancée Taylor Swift.
—Chiara Kim, PEOPLE, 13 May 2026
The Dream came out of the locker room with purpose, with Howard connecting on a jumper and Gray immediately hitting a three-pointer to give Atlanta the lead.
—Christopher Harris, CBS News, 13 May 2026
Noun
Two of the company's vessels, Icon and Star of the Seas, feature exterior doors to connecting cabins — replacing the traditional interior door, as Royal Caribbean Blog reported.
—Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 30 Mar. 2026
According to Ryan, the right kitchen sells the dream of entertaining, connecting, and living well.
—Cori Sears, The Spruce, 27 Jan. 2026
That drive ended with Darnold and Smith-Njigba connecting for a 14-yard touchdown.
—Michael-Shawn Dugar, New York Times, 26 Jan. 2026
The power-plant theory is an iteration of that tradition—a movement away from mystical explanations such as the Curse of the Billy Goat and toward shareable deep dives, investigations, and dot-connecting.
—Kaitlyn Tiffany, The Atlantic, 23 Jan. 2026
SpaceX's Starlink constellation, which now totals more than 9,100 operational satellites, provides internet access to areas around the world where other means of connecting are either sparse non existent.
—Robert Z. Pearlman, Space.com, 7 Dec. 2025
Thankfully, due to a lot of personal research, the connecting of many dots, and a strong Wi-Fi signal, Teddy has uncovered the truth.
—David Fear, Rolling Stone, 23 Oct. 2025
Adjective
Znotins acknowledges that the airline makes prices for those non-connecting trips expensive to discourage non-connecting customers from booking them.
—Talia Soglin, Chicago Tribune, 3 Apr. 2026
Gateway is modified to first repair the old 1910 tunnel immediately and construct a more economical new tunnel (without expensive and unneeded bench walls and cross-connecting passageways) and link it directly into Penn Station.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 16 Feb. 2026
So mature, his conviction, his instincts, his fearlessness, and to give something which is so different yet so connecting.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 16 Oct. 2025
Verb
The Thessaloniki International Film Festival’s industry segment, the Agora, is the primary platform for connecting Greek and international professionals, with a focus on Southeastern Europe and the Mediterranean that extends at times to Scandinavia and the Baltics.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 20 May 2026
One example is a utility modernizing storm response by connecting outage systems, field dispatch, weather feeds and customer communications.
—Deepak Garg, Forbes.com, 20 May 2026
And so for me, that’s not about stale stuff, that’s about connecting to the joy of life, connecting to laughter and the beauty of other people.
—Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2026
Best for families focused on memory-making and connecting with nature.
—Lauren Schuster, Sacbee.com, 20 May 2026
Parents will appreciate that each floor has connecting room options.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 May 2026
Yastrzemski, one of Atlanta’s key offseason acquisitions, had gone 116 at-bats in 38-plus games before connecting on his first long ball.
—Chad Bishop, AJC.com, 13 May 2026
Some sleuthing commenters noted Kelce connecting his brother and Bulloch with numerology, a penchant of Travis's fiancée Taylor Swift.
—Chiara Kim, PEOPLE, 13 May 2026
The Dream came out of the locker room with purpose, with Howard connecting on a jumper and Gray immediately hitting a three-pointer to give Atlanta the lead.
—Christopher Harris, CBS News, 13 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for connecting
Noun
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But in this merging process, several threads have been left behind.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
11 May 2026
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Predictably, Corey has been criticized in certain quarters for her merging of the lowest and loftiest forms of culture.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 May 2026
Adjective
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While more classic in its feel, it's firmly connected to all of the action thanks to its location right off the boardwalk.—
Jessica Chapel,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 May 2026
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This is why connected outdoor equipment should never get a free pass.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
23 May 2026
Verb
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This experience now feeds directly into production, with a focus on integrating audience awareness and positioning from the earliest stages of a project’s development, Romeo specified.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
14 May 2026
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Our research suggests that integrating AI into team settings doesn’t happen naturally, and introducing AI into meetings without laying the proper groundwork can narrow participation, fragment discussions, or shift ownership away from the team.—
Gabriele Rosani,
Harvard Business Review,
13 May 2026
Verb
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Profiles accessing Disney+ through a bundle combining Disney+, Hulu, and HBO Max are not currently eligible, Variety noted.—
Scharon Harding,
ArsTechnica,
20 May 2026
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The upcoming capsule was developed by combining Eckhaus Latta’s distinctive approach to materials, fit and wearability with Mango’s in-house design expertise.—
Sharon Edelson,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
Verb
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As a brand built on ethical fashion on a mission to improve the industry, Everlane—and its CEO—has sold its soul to the devil by associating itself with one (if not the) most polluting fast-fashion player in the world.—
Clara Ludmir,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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For background, the usual race idolaters expressed fierce outrage over Clark associating with Wallen, who once used a racial slur in 2021.—
Bobby Burack OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
13 May 2026
Noun
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Last year, the chancellor of the Peralta Community College District, a network of four schools that includes Merritt, proposed a merger with nearby Laney College to create something called Oakland City College.—
Jay Caspian Kang,
New Yorker,
19 May 2026
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Spirit was an unsuccessful merger target of both Frontier and JetBlue as its losses mounted after the COVID-19 pandemic.—
Rio Yamat,
Los Angeles Times,
18 May 2026
Verb
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Ostensibly, the rom-com sitcom set in a world of anthropomorphic animals aims to cast an empathetic light on the struggle of coupling up.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
22 May 2026
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The star finished in third place after coupling up with Tyrique Hyde, who is now dating season 9 contestant Samie Elishi.—
Gina Kalsi,
PEOPLE,
7 May 2026
Verb
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Codependent couples often end up fusing identities in love.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2026
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The detail echoes Blahnik’s distinct flair for fusing jewelry with footwear, which is a style choice that connects both designers.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
19 May 2026
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“Connecting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/connecting. Accessed 25 May. 2026.
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