1
as in connection
an acquaintance who has influence especially in the business or political world
an intern who got her summer job in the governor's office through contacts
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2
as in touch
the state or fact of being able to exchange information regarding one's current situation
she had moved to the other side of the country, but continued to stay in contact with her closest friends
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as in to reach
to transmit information or requests to
you can contact me at this number
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Recent Examples of contact
Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 6 Sep. 2025
The setup also created windless conditions, ideal for two ball-strikers who really can bring the power with good contact.
—Howard Fendrich, Mercury News, 6 Sep. 2025
Amaris Encinas, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
Rajab and another cousin initially survived and contacted the Palestine Red Crescent Society (PRCS) by phone from the car seeking aid.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 3 Sep. 2025
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Noun
Possibly, a relative, neighbor or daily contact will do something that surprises you.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 6 Sep. 2025
The setup also created windless conditions, ideal for two ball-strikers who really can bring the power with good contact.
—Howard Fendrich, Mercury News, 6 Sep. 2025
Verb
Anyone with information about Kraus’ whereabouts is urged to contact the Evanston Police Department at 847-866-5000.
—Amaris Encinas, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
Rajab and another cousin initially survived and contacted the Palestine Red Crescent Society (PRCS) by phone from the car seeking aid.
—Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 3 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for contact
Noun
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Miller is passionate about empowering others by providing information on the connection between physical health, lifestyle choices, and mental well-being.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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The Milwaukee County Department of Health and Human Services can now point to data that shows the success of the program and the impact of the connections its mentors built.—
Everett Eaton,
jsonline.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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There is nothing to choose between them, but there was a consistency, clinical edge and an abracadabra touch that made this performance the best Alcaraz has played in a major final, barring that 2024 demolition of Novak Djokovic on Centre Court.—
Tim Ellis,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Wolff took the space Voloder gave him to get on the end of the pass and nick a touch on the ball.—
Daniel Sperry,
Kansas City Star,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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According to Samsung, the FE 25 contains a 4,900mAh battery capable of reaching a 65% charge in 30 minutes with a 45W adapter.—
Iyaz Akhtar,
PC Magazine,
4 Sep. 2025
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As the museum’s offerings show, politics reach all corners of American life.—
BrieAnna J. Frank,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Injuries could pop up, sure, but if this group is healthy, somebody or somebodies are getting pinched.—
Parker Gabriel,
Denver Post,
14 June 2025
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Over the decades, amateurs have beaten pros, nobodies have beaten somebodies.—
Houston Mitchell,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Sep. 2024
Verb
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But maybe you guys should've informed your employees to inform your guests in person or made an announcement in person before posting it on social media.—
Megan Cartwright,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Sep. 2025
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Wu hasn’t worked with his source material in a literal way; rather, Rauschenberg’s collages have informed his approach to the collection, which is built around classic American style.—
Vogue Runway,
Vogue,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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Prep the hair first with a lightweight leave-in to keep moisture sealed in.—
Larry Stansbury,
Essence,
4 Sep. 2025
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Every sign-in, transaction and identity check should reinforce security rather than compromise it.—
Rhon Daguro,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Those in a market that can buy a version with a SIM tray will get a 3,988mAh battery.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
8 Sep. 2025
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But offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo can manufacture easy touches for Brown to get him in rhythm early.—
Zach Berman,
New York Times,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The country’s Human Rights Commission urged restraint on how the government should address the protests.—
Chad de Guzman,
Time,
9 Sep. 2025
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Seclusion and restraint The use of restraint and seclusion practices to address disabled students’ behavioral issues has increasingly become a debated issue among education specialists.—
IndyStar,
IndyStar,
8 Sep. 2025
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“Contact.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contact. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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