ganging

verb

Definition of gangingnext
present participle of gang
as in grouping

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ganging
  1. colluding
  2. tying
  3. linking
  4. attaching
  5. connecting
  6. collaborating
  7. joining
Verb
  • In January, Kim called for a constitutional amendment to erase unification as a goal in its ties with the South, accusing Seoul of colluding with the United States to seek the collapse of his communist regime and a clear definition of its territory.
    Reuters, NBC News, 17 Oct. 2024
  • Earlier this month, McDonald’s sued Tyson Foods (TSN), JBS, Cargill, and the National Beef Supply, accusing them of colluding for nearly a decade to limit beef supplies.
    Francisco Velasquez, Quartz, 9 Oct. 2024
Definition of colluding
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  • That challenge is also led by Missouri, which made many of the same legal arguments tying its finances to MOHELA’s revenues.
    Adam S. Minsky, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Temperatures in Yuma, Arizona, reached 112 degrees Wednesday, tying the previous record, also set in 1980.
    Denise Chow, NBC News, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of tying
Verb
  • The emphasis on connectivity between spaces continues in the primary suite, a duplex with an open staircase linking the sleeping accommodation on the upper deck to an equally private office and sitting room on the main deck below.
    Bill Springer, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • During the investigation, Hogan’s head was found in Gein’s house, linking him to her disappearance.
    Keith Langston, People.com, 1 Oct. 2024
Definition of linking
Verb
  • The brand’s most portable speaker is the size of a hockey puck and includes a silicone strap for attaching it to the handlebars of a bicycle or even a belt loop.
    Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
  • Small mounts on the board at the location of the trucks allow for attaching rechargeable headlights and tail lights to buttress the red trim light.
    William Roberson, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
Definition of attaching
Verb
  • The explosions took place around the Plaza of the Three Powers, an iconic square in Brasilia connecting the principal buildings of Brazil’s three branches of federal government.
    Reuters, NBC News, 14 Nov. 2024
  • If there’s no connecting flight to your destination on the day itself, Korean Air includes a free night’s stay at the five-star Grand Hyatt Incheon.
    MaryLou Costa, contributor, CNBC, 21 Oct. 2024
Definition of connecting
Verb
  • And, just as significantly, this argument de-emphasizes the possibility of collaborating with adversaries on limiting military AI systems, favoring arms race over arms control.
    Nir Eisikovits, Discover Magazine, 14 Nov. 2024
  • Based in Greenwich, Connecticut, the firm works on projects throughout the region, including Manhattan town houses and Hamptons retreats, frequently collaborating with in-demand architects and designers.
    Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2024
Definition of collaborating
Verb
  • Coming in seven shades and retailing for $48, the product marks Valentino’s third lipstick to date, joining the Rosso Valentino and Liquirosso families, the latter being a two-in-one matte lip and cheek color that launched in 2023.
    Noor Lobad, WWD, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Springsteen is among a long list of A-list stars who’ve lined up to support the Harris/Walz campaign, joining Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, Billie Eilish, Olivia Rodrigo, Stevie Wonder, Lil Nas X, Maren Morris, Barbra Streisand, Ariana Grande, Stevie Nicks, Cardi B, Katy Perry and many more.
    Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of joining
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