as in to combine
to come together to form a single unit
carbon atoms link up to form a diamond crystal
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as in collaboration
the state of having shared interests or efforts (as in social or business matters)
the linkup of the two art museums has proved beneficial to both institutions
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Recent Examples of link (up)
Mike Wall, Space.com, 21 Jan. 2026
Other times, though, the linkup feels just right.
—Will Porter, Outside, 31 Oct. 2025
Lopez and Perry's mashup linkup has earned praise from fans online, who applauded the 4 Non Blondes singer's epic cameo.
—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 27 Oct. 2025
The Bieber-Sheeran linkup would’ve lined up with the times the two worked together in the past.
—Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 25 Sep. 2025
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Noun
The company is currently targeting 2027 for launch of the Otter, which is designed to capture and service satellites, even those not modified to enable such off-Earth linkups.
—Mike Wall, Space.com, 21 Jan. 2026
Other times, though, the linkup feels just right.
—Will Porter, Outside, 31 Oct. 2025
Lopez and Perry's mashup linkup has earned praise from fans online, who applauded the 4 Non Blondes singer's epic cameo.
—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 27 Oct. 2025
The Bieber-Sheeran linkup would’ve lined up with the times the two worked together in the past.
—Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 25 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for link (up)
Verb
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The team combined for 17 hits and 15 runs, both matching season highs.—
Maddie Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
27 May 2026
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Luke Zamaloff and Brendan McNamara each pitched about half the game, combining to allow just six hits, three walks and three earned runs for BC High.—
Tom Mulherin,
Boston Herald,
26 May 2026
Noun
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By asking for constructive alternatives and protecting discussion stages, leaders can foster genuine collaboration, ensuring disagreement leads to progress rather than just status-seeking.—
Benjamin Laker,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
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The state should help districts use materials that work, strengthen coaching and teacher collaboration, and respond earlier when students are struggling.—
Mercury News Editorial Board,
Mercury News,
27 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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Memorial Day Laptop Deals Holiday sales are among the best times to save big on laptops, and Best Buy is cutting the line with a serious $300 discount on the luxurious, lightweight Microsoft Surface model, which fuses the convenience of a touchscreen with powerhouse AI performance.—
K. Thor Jensen,
PC Magazine,
22 May 2026
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The stakes are high for Microsoft, which was one of the first tech companies to make a big bet on AI, through a $13 billion partnership with OpenAI, but then lost its early lead as various rivals joined the race.—
Sebastian Herrera,
Fortune,
29 May 2026
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Through partnerships with farmers across the United States, Smyth delivers high quality ingredients, creativity, unique pairings and the flavors of the Midwest.—
Hannah Hudnall,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
Verb
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Akindahunsi is not believed to be connected to prior incidents at or around the UCLA campus, Richard Mejia, director of emergency communications, said in a statement.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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The company reviewed its safety protocols this week in response to the situation at GKN, which is not connected to Arkema.—
Jason Henry,
Oc Register,
30 May 2026
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The LPs also commenced his empathetic association with bassist Bob Cranshaw, who appeared on Rollins’ albums for the next half-century.—
Chris Morris,
Variety,
26 May 2026
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The strongest association appeared in breast cancer.—
Victoria Forster,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2026
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Lululemon stock is up over 3% after the cooperation agreement was announced this morning.—
Pamela N. Danziger,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
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However, Iran will manage ship traffic through Hormuz in cooperation with Oman, state television said.—
Spencer Kimball,
CNBC,
27 May 2026
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Price is still working on coming to terms with the complexity of their relationship and says one of the hardest lessons was accepting that closure does not always come in the form people hope for.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
24 May 2026
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Many people, especially women, spend a painful amount of time worrying about attraction in their relationships.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2026
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“Link (up).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/link%20%28up%29. Accessed 30 May. 2026.
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