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also alinement
as in layout
the way objects in space are arranged in proper relation to one another
The alignment of the text with the pictures is off.
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Recent Examples of alignment
The design stands out courtesy of ingrained alignment markers, which guide your hands and feet when setting up poses.
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Izzy Baskette, People.com, 12 June 2025
Holmes shed light on why Gen Z might be more sensitive to political alignment.
—Maria Morava, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 June 2025
These latest developments are part of a broad attempt, now playing out on several fronts, by the administration to reshape academia and force higher education into alignment with the president's political agenda.
—Elissa Nadworny, NPR, 10 June 2025
And with the right approach, your website project can actually become a catalyst for internal alignment.
—Talie Smith, Forbes.com, 3 June 2025
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Izzy Baskette, People.com, 12 June 2025
Holmes shed light on why Gen Z might be more sensitive to political alignment.
—Maria Morava, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 June 2025
These latest developments are part of a broad attempt, now playing out on several fronts, by the administration to reshape academia and force higher education into alignment with the president's political agenda.
—Elissa Nadworny, NPR, 10 June 2025
And with the right approach, your website project can actually become a catalyst for internal alignment.
—Talie Smith, Forbes.com, 3 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for alignment
Noun
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Inspired by local culture, the patio's layout is a blend of traditional elements and modern sophistication.—
Jim Dobson,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
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In addition, the Xfinity Series race here in the mid-2000s (the last of which was won by Kyle Busch) had a different layout.—
Jeff Gluck,
New York Times,
14 June 2025
Noun
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Jiaxing Train Station not only improves connectivity, but also offers a vision of how architecture can foster a sense of community and continuity with the past, while embracing the future.—
Y-Jean Mun-Delsalle,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
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This approach also enables dynamic avoidance of drains, ladders, and lighting fixtures, reducing entrapment risks and improving cleaning continuity. 3.—
Rhiannon Frater,
USA Today,
5 June 2025
Noun
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The venture comes with a development deal from BBC Studios, which provides first-look distribution rights in exchange for growth support.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
5 June 2025
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Bell Media is handling international distribution rights.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
5 June 2025
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Then Isha from accounting and Callum from design got engaged.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
12 June 2025
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The challenge is evolving its design in contemporary ways.—
Jill Newman,
Robb Report,
12 June 2025
Noun
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Soil pits, trellising design, canopy orientation and clonal selection will be shared with club members.—
Rachel King,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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Medications that can affect blood pressure, balance, and spatial orientation (the vestibular system), or the central nervous system can all lead to side effects, including lightheadedness.—
Angelica Bottaro,
Verywell Health,
4 June 2025
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Suburbs around Minneapolis and Boston exhibited similar patterns, a reversal of traditional expectations where cities, rather than suburbs, drew the majority of renters.—
Suzanne Blake,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 June 2025
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Talk with your healthcare provider to understand the root cause of your food cravings and develop an eating pattern that meets your needs.—
Chelsea Rae Bourgeois,
Health,
5 June 2025
Noun
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The growing complexity of today’s work environments through hybrid teams, agile structures and cross-functional decision making is driving the demand for a broader leadership lens.—
David Chiem,
Forbes.com,
10 June 2025
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Hundreds of law enforcement personnel have been searching for Decker — scouring forested areas, structures and a river in the area where Decker was last known to be located, the sheriff's office said over the weekend.—
Sarah Lynch Baldwin
June 9,
CBS News,
9 June 2025
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“Alignment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alignment. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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