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as in combines
to come together to form a single unit
using the microscope, we watched the water droplets unite into a single pool
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as in consolidates
to bring (something) to a central point or under a single control
united several teams under the reorganization plan
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as in cooperates
to form or enter into an association that furthers the interests of its members
parents united to reform the school's curriculum
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as in collaborates
to participate or assist in a joint effort to accomplish an end
only if private investors and public officials unite for the common good, will this city experience an economic revival
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Recent Examples of unites
The Houston Barbecue Festival unites many of the city’s top barbecue joints.
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Aviva Bechky, Houston Chronicle, 28 Mar. 2026
Republicans and Democrats prioritize keeping gas prices low Keeping the price at the pump down is the rare goal that unites Americans in both major political parties.
—Linley Sanders, Chicago Tribune, 25 Mar. 2026
This event unites musicians who have likely never played together for a unique and unpredictable set.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Mar. 2026
The other unites with ladies‑in‑waiting cells nestled alongside the egg.
—Literary Hub, 25 Mar. 2026
Held in Washington during the week of the IMF and World Bank Spring Meetings, Semafor World Economy uniquely unites private and public sector leaders to exchange ideas that will shape the future of the world economy.
—Rachel Keidan, semafor.com, 18 Mar. 2026
The ground that unites the powerless against the powerful is always about to collapse.
—George Packer, The Atlantic, 16 Mar. 2026
There, rising from fugitive to fearless warrior, the princess unites warring tribes for a final stand in the Battle of Dhi Qar, a clash that will change history forever.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 12 Mar. 2026
Beckons unites the Tierra Hotels and Baillie Lodges portfolios, debuting with nine boutique lodges across four continents.
—Maya Kachroo-Levine, Travel + Leisure, 11 Mar. 2026
Aviva Bechky, Houston Chronicle, 28 Mar. 2026
Republicans and Democrats prioritize keeping gas prices low Keeping the price at the pump down is the rare goal that unites Americans in both major political parties.
—Linley Sanders, Chicago Tribune, 25 Mar. 2026
This event unites musicians who have likely never played together for a unique and unpredictable set.
—Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Mar. 2026
The other unites with ladies‑in‑waiting cells nestled alongside the egg.
—Literary Hub, 25 Mar. 2026
Held in Washington during the week of the IMF and World Bank Spring Meetings, Semafor World Economy uniquely unites private and public sector leaders to exchange ideas that will shape the future of the world economy.
—Rachel Keidan, semafor.com, 18 Mar. 2026
The ground that unites the powerless against the powerful is always about to collapse.
—George Packer, The Atlantic, 16 Mar. 2026
There, rising from fugitive to fearless warrior, the princess unites warring tribes for a final stand in the Battle of Dhi Qar, a clash that will change history forever.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 12 Mar. 2026
Beckons unites the Tierra Hotels and Baillie Lodges portfolios, debuting with nine boutique lodges across four continents.
—Maya Kachroo-Levine, Travel + Leisure, 11 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unites
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Credit the venerable address (it’s housed in the historic 1912 Jarmulowsky Bank Building), the chic design (the lobby combines midcentury furniture with maximalist Gucci wallpaper), and the expansive city views.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
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Nothing Phone Deal The Nothing Phone (3) combines high-end power with a unique design that can handle intensive gaming and AI tasks with its Snapdragon 8s Gen4 chipset.—
Juhi Wadia,
PC Magazine,
29 Mar. 2026
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That’s the stage of sleep where the brain consolidates memory, repairs muscle and runs the nightly glymphatic cleaning cycle.—
John La Puma,
Oc Register,
26 Mar. 2026
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The Maps rollout is part of a broader restructuring Apple is calling Apple Business, which consolidates its existing suite of business tools—Apple Business Connect, Essentials, and Manager—into a single platform.—
Alexei Oreskovic,
Fortune,
25 Mar. 2026
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Combine that with annual appearances from the country’s best music ensembles and this fest is a sure winner no matter who is on stage — at least when the weather cooperates.—
Ray Mark Rinaldi,
Denver Post,
16 Mar. 2026
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If the weather cooperates next winter, the bulbs can perform well again.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
6 Mar. 2026
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The first release of an eight-album series in which American composer and pianist Michael Harrison collaborates with a global assortment of artists combining Eastern and Western musical traditions.—
Arts Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Mar. 2026
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In this deeply intimate and haunting documentary, Alan Berliner posthumously collaborates with his friend and colleague, experimental New York City filmmaker Benita Raphan, who died by suicide during the COVID-19 pandemic.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
12 Mar. 2026
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The Northeast Passage connects Europe and Asia along the northern shores of Russia.—
Lori Ann LaRocco,
CNBC,
28 Mar. 2026
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Its features include a 1,200-square-foot cabana, which connects to the mansion via a private underground tunnel, and a 150-foot dock extending from the lawn.—
Megan Vaz,
Sun Sentinel,
27 Mar. 2026
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Author Ross concentrates on how organizations like the Anti-Defamation League fought post-World War II prejudice and violence.—
Bethanne Patrick,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Apr. 2026
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Centralization concentrates authority and decision-making.—
Lawrence Rosenberg,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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The collection merges advanced material engineering with innovative fiber compositions and a refined design language, offering a new perspective on how denim can evolve—both technically and aesthetically.—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
2 Apr. 2026
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At times, this merges with the physicality of the architecture, morphing into and informing it, as with the Guggenheim Bilbao.—
Norman Foster,
Artforum,
26 Mar. 2026
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The school integrates four years of rigorous academics with four years of professional work experience through its corporate work study program.—
Christina Mayo,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 2026
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According to technical details shared during the launch, the production line integrates 24 precision assembly stages and 77 inspection checkpoints.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Unites.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unites. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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