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as in adjoined
to be adjacent to
the condo complex joins the golf course
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as in entered
to become a member of
we're always looking for new people to join our book club
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as in combined
to come together to form a single unit
one oxygen atom and two hydrogen atoms join to make one water molecule
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as in collaborated
to participate or assist in a joint effort to accomplish an end
nations joining to bring aid to the earthquake-devastated region
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as in coupled
to put or bring together so as to form a new and longer whole
the plan is to join the various bike paths so that cyclists can travel from one end of the cape to the other
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Recent Examples of joined
Laia Cervelló Herrero, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
The rising senior joined teammate Giacomo Sanfilippo, a linebacker, as the first three commitments from the Orlando area’s 2027 class.
—Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Apr. 2026
During the surgery following the colonoscopy, Shaknovsky did not perform a routine test, which would have ensured there were no leaks in a newly joined intestine, according to the complaint.
—Matt Lavietes, NBC news, 17 Apr. 2026
Then more joined, and soon full teams of girls were going up against the boys.
—Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 23 Mar. 2026
At times, groups of works are organized around joined tables, on top of which are placed perishables preserved in lead, resin, or plaster.
—Li Qi, Artforum, 6 Mar. 2026
Bhusri founded Workday with best friend and mentor Dave Duffield in 2005 before the two joined forces as co-CEOs in 2009.
—Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 13 Feb. 2026
The spacious joined apartments became the childhood home of Prince William and Prince Harry, whose nursery spanned the top floor.
—Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 5 Feb. 2026
From the pews, those gathered joined musicians, clapping and raising their hands in the air to begin the service.
—Clara Hendrickson, Freep.com, 22 Oct. 2025
Eric Stephens, New York Times, 15 May 2026
In an announcement video posted to social media, Martin was joined by characters from Sesame Street and the Muppets, with a cameo from BTS.
—Karina Tsui, CNN Money, 14 May 2026
Focus Features bought the independent movie out of the fest, and horror tastemaker Jason Blum joined as an executive producer a couple of months later.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 14 May 2026
According to court filings, McDonald joined TCC in 1980 as an instructor in the Emergency Medical Services program and worked his way up to program director, receiving tenure in 2012.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 May 2026
She would reportedly be joined by global head of capital markets Kevin Foley and global co-head of the financial institutions group Jared Kaye, sources told the Financial Times.
—Sydney Lake, Fortune, 14 May 2026
Coldplay's Chris Martin was joined by Elmo and a few other characters from Sesame Street to make the big announcement online.
—Jesse Zanger, CBS News, 14 May 2026
South Africa joined in 2010 and the bloc expanded further in 2024 with the addition of Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran and the United Arab Emirates.
—ABC News, 14 May 2026
They were joined by their wedding photographer and officiant.
—Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 14 May 2026
Adjective
The now 27-year-old joined fellow La Liga side Elche on loan for the rest of the season in late August but has not been able to establish himself as first-choice there.
—Laia Cervelló Herrero, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
The rising senior joined teammate Giacomo Sanfilippo, a linebacker, as the first three commitments from the Orlando area’s 2027 class.
—Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Apr. 2026
During the surgery following the colonoscopy, Shaknovsky did not perform a routine test, which would have ensured there were no leaks in a newly joined intestine, according to the complaint.
—Matt Lavietes, NBC news, 17 Apr. 2026
Then more joined, and soon full teams of girls were going up against the boys.
—Laylan Connelly, Oc Register, 23 Mar. 2026
At times, groups of works are organized around joined tables, on top of which are placed perishables preserved in lead, resin, or plaster.
—Li Qi, Artforum, 6 Mar. 2026
Bhusri founded Workday with best friend and mentor Dave Duffield in 2005 before the two joined forces as co-CEOs in 2009.
—Amanda Gerut, Fortune, 13 Feb. 2026
The spacious joined apartments became the childhood home of Prince William and Prince Harry, whose nursery spanned the top floor.
—Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 5 Feb. 2026
From the pews, those gathered joined musicians, clapping and raising their hands in the air to begin the service.
—Clara Hendrickson, Freep.com, 22 Oct. 2025
Verb
Howden joined seven other players, including Wayne Gretzky, atop the list.
—Eric Stephens, New York Times, 15 May 2026
In an announcement video posted to social media, Martin was joined by characters from Sesame Street and the Muppets, with a cameo from BTS.
—Karina Tsui, CNN Money, 14 May 2026
Focus Features bought the independent movie out of the fest, and horror tastemaker Jason Blum joined as an executive producer a couple of months later.
—Brian Truitt, USA Today, 14 May 2026
According to court filings, McDonald joined TCC in 1980 as an instructor in the Emergency Medical Services program and worked his way up to program director, receiving tenure in 2012.
—Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 May 2026
She would reportedly be joined by global head of capital markets Kevin Foley and global co-head of the financial institutions group Jared Kaye, sources told the Financial Times.
—Sydney Lake, Fortune, 14 May 2026
Coldplay's Chris Martin was joined by Elmo and a few other characters from Sesame Street to make the big announcement online.
—Jesse Zanger, CBS News, 14 May 2026
South Africa joined in 2010 and the bloc expanded further in 2024 with the addition of Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran and the United Arab Emirates.
—ABC News, 14 May 2026
They were joined by their wedding photographer and officiant.
—Ashlyn Robinette, PEOPLE, 14 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for joined
Adjective
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For a successful but not world-conquering rapper like Rashad, making a living relies on making sure that fans continue to feel connected to him.—
Kelefa Sanneh,
New Yorker,
15 May 2026
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Delays increase across connected supply chains, and weaker vendors can quickly come under financial strain.—
Alex Saric,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2026
Verb
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The two beds can also be adjoined into a single double bed with an optional kit.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
19 Feb. 2026
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When first responders arrived, heavy smoke filled the air and flames were observed in the front corner window of the first floor of a 16-unit apartment building which is adjoined to two other apartment buildings.—
Erik S. Hanley,
jsonline.com,
17 Feb. 2026
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Villas are entered through the garden, on stone pathways that aren’t conducive to wheelchairs.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 May 2026
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The investigation determined that Castillo used his control panel to unlock the third inmate’s cell, and in his line of sight, the pair pulled open the door, entered the cell and proceeded to punch and kick the victim.—
Robert Salonga,
Mercury News,
19 May 2026
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With data centers the size of dozens of football fields combined sprouting up around the country, residents have protested the construction of AI infrastructure, which McKinsey projected to touch $7 trillion in capital expenditures by 2030.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
15 May 2026
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Whisk in eggs, one at a time, until completely combined.—
Shelly Westerhausen Worcel,
Midwest Living,
15 May 2026
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He’s collaborated with Diane Reeves, Sting, Yo Yo Ma, Gladys Knight and many others.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
16 May 2026
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The store concept was designed by Parisian architect Francois-Joseph Graf, who collaborated with Lippes.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
15 May 2026
Verb
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Several of their castmates, including Stephen Kalyn and Mika Abdalla, are also coupled up off-screen.—
Katie Mannion,
PEOPLE,
13 May 2026
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In practice, this means Halloway’s cars are physically coupled to the same trains as Amtrak’s standard coaches and sleepers.—
AFAR Media,
AFAR Media,
27 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Meanwhile, real estate consolidation leverages hybrid working models to help reduce office space needs and associated expenses.—
Miguel Eiras Antunes,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
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There is usually a delay between the onset of the event and its associated effects.—
Dan Peck,
ABC News,
14 May 2026
Verb
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On Tuesday evening, on the steps of the Capitol, House members made their way down the stairs after casting their votes, some alone, others flanked by staff or trailed by a Hill reporter.—
Antonia Hitchens,
New Yorker,
14 May 2026
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The altar was flanked by two twelve-foot-high columns of green marble topped by Corinthian capitals supporting a larger, curved pediment, next to which were two oversize American flags set into floor stands.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
13 May 2026
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“Joined.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/joined. Accessed 21 May. 2026.
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