as in merging
the act or an instance of joining two or more things into one
the linking of state roads and highways into one interstate highway system
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as in connecting
to put or bring together so as to form a new and longer whole
she linked the flowers together to form a long chain
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as in associating
to think of (something) in combination
since childhood I have always linked trips to the beach with the discomforts of sunburn and sand in my clothes
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Recent Examples of linking
Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
Authorities arrested a suspect and charged him with murder Monday in the Manhattan killing of UnitedHealthcare's CEO after a quick-thinking McDonald's customer in Pennsylvania spotted a man whom officers found with a gun, mask and writings linking him to the ambush.
—Democrat-Gazette Staff From Wire Reports, arkansasonline.com, 10 Dec. 2024
Research from Gallup underscores the tangible benefits of strong team morale, linking it to better performance and outcomes, whether on the court or in the workplace.
—Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Confusion was created this year by a finding, presented at an American Heart Association conference, linking time-restricted eating to a much higher risk of heart attacks than people who ate throughout the day.
—Matt Fuchs, TIME, 9 Dec. 2024
Since the launch of account linking, metrics on betting and engagement are way up, Morrison notes.
—Matt Rybaltowski, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
In total, the process of linking from one app to the other took about 30 seconds.
—Matt Rybaltowski, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Mike Morrison, vice president of ESPN BET and ESPN Fantasy, tested the account linking feature shortly after the launch.
—Matt Rybaltowski, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Homs, a vital crossroads linking the capital to Syria's coastal strongholds in Latakia and Tartus, has historically been a flashpoint in the conflict.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
Verb
The taillights match the front block of lights and the rear fascia is more decorative all around visually linking to Range Rover-like styling.
—Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
Authorities arrested a suspect and charged him with murder Monday in the Manhattan killing of UnitedHealthcare's CEO after a quick-thinking McDonald's customer in Pennsylvania spotted a man whom officers found with a gun, mask and writings linking him to the ambush.
—Democrat-Gazette Staff From Wire Reports, arkansasonline.com, 10 Dec. 2024
Research from Gallup underscores the tangible benefits of strong team morale, linking it to better performance and outcomes, whether on the court or in the workplace.
—Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Confusion was created this year by a finding, presented at an American Heart Association conference, linking time-restricted eating to a much higher risk of heart attacks than people who ate throughout the day.
—Matt Fuchs, TIME, 9 Dec. 2024
Since the launch of account linking, metrics on betting and engagement are way up, Morrison notes.
—Matt Rybaltowski, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
In total, the process of linking from one app to the other took about 30 seconds.
—Matt Rybaltowski, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Mike Morrison, vice president of ESPN BET and ESPN Fantasy, tested the account linking feature shortly after the launch.
—Matt Rybaltowski, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Homs, a vital crossroads linking the capital to Syria's coastal strongholds in Latakia and Tartus, has historically been a flashpoint in the conflict.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for linking
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Amazon will act as a go-between, connecting customers to local dealerships that will remain the final sellers of the vehicles.Trefis Team, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Matt acknowledged the challenge of trading bonds, particularly in the odd lot sizes often required by SMA portfolios, demands connecting to end-to-end solutions offered by electronic trading platforms.Barnet Sherman, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The potential unification under Liberty Media raises questions about the concentration of media rights in one entity, which could impact competition and alter the industry for broadcasters and streamers worldwide.Stephan Pechdimaldji, Newsweek, 14 Dec. 2024
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CRMs manage customer relationships and sales pipelines, while CDPs focus on data integration, unification and activation for personalized marketing.Chris Cho, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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These include improving Astra’s understanding of various accents and uncommon words; giving it up to 10 minutes of in-session memory and reducing latency; and integrating it into a few Google products like Search, Lens, and Maps.Kylie Robison, The Verge, 11 Dec. 2024
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Brands that simplify checkout by integrating flexible payment options, mobile-friendly interfaces, and quick-fill capabilities are able to capture these spontaneous purchases, driving up conversion rates and maximizing the impact of influencer campaigns.Nandan Sheth, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Starting next week, Saul will be in the fossil fuel epicenter of West Texas, reporting on how a wave of technological advances and mergers have transformed the region — and what the Trump transition will mean for the nation’s nearly 2 million fossil fuel workers.Saul Elbein, The Hill, 11 Dec. 2024
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Kroger also said the merger would boost grocery industry competition as well as benefit consumers and employees.Kate Gibson, CBS News, 11 Dec. 2024
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In addition to timeliness and personalization, using AI in recognition and rewards programs can help prevent human oversight by identifying milestones and smaller contributions that might otherwise be missed.Archer Chiang, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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This includes specific trends and products that are gaining popularity, identifying patterns and forecasting demand.Fatima Yusuf, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The evolution of the PBMs Medco and Express Scripts tells a story of how one way of controlling the drug supply chain by being joined at the hip with a pharmaceutical manufacturer, over time morphed into a different version of a similarly problematic consolidation.Joshua P. Cohen, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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The leadership changes at Banff follows Sean Cohan, president of Bell Media, becoming chair of Banff’s board of directors just as the entertainment industry is contracting after the end of Peak TV and another round of industry consolidation, especially among streaming giants, appears likely.Etan Vlessing, The Hollywood Reporter, 16 Dec. 2024
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These couplings are less about some unattainable fantasy and more about two adults having an intimate moment that tells us something about them — and almost always leaves both parties satisfied.Amy Wilkinson, Vulture, 23 Nov. 2024
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Each exercise requires a different coupling that involves staring into a stranger’s eyes, really seeing them and (harder for me) letting yourself be seen, all while focusing on breath.Erin Jensen, USA TODAY, 1 Nov. 2024
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“Linking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/linking. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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