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as in to combine
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 to consolidate
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 to cooperate
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 to collaborate
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 unite
Belief in the Triune God and in Christ, the Son, unites us (I John 5:1), along with so many other core truths of the Christian faith.
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Maureen MacKey, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2025
The Founders united in their quest for self-government but differed how to actually govern, and whether self-government could even last.
—Hillel Italie and Michael Casey, Los Angeles Times, 20 Apr. 2025
Panther Island is such a great opportunity for our City to unite the Downtown and Stockyards area and bring so much growth to our City.
—Kate Marijolovic, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Apr. 2025
In Arizona, the push for the waiver became partisan, with Republicans supporting it and Democrats united in opposition.
—Annabella Rosciglione, The Washington Examiner, 16 Apr. 2025
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Maureen MacKey, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2025
The Founders united in their quest for self-government but differed how to actually govern, and whether self-government could even last.
—Hillel Italie and Michael Casey, Los Angeles Times, 20 Apr. 2025
Panther Island is such a great opportunity for our City to unite the Downtown and Stockyards area and bring so much growth to our City.
—Kate Marijolovic, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Apr. 2025
In Arizona, the push for the waiver became partisan, with Republicans supporting it and Democrats united in opposition.
—Annabella Rosciglione, The Washington Examiner, 16 Apr. 2025
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To save even more, consider mixing materials—for example, combining wood posts with metal balusters.—
Abid Haque,
Architectural Digest,
23 Apr. 2025
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On the lighter side, the Bluegrass Fields Salad combines Kentucky Bibb lettuce with seasonal berries and toasted almonds, dressed in a balanced raspberry-poppyseed vinaigrette.—
Nasha Smith,
Forbes.com,
23 Apr. 2025
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By doing the reduction work close to the disaster site, debris that initially filled three or four dump trucks can be consolidated into one large semi tractor-trailer load.—
James Rainey,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Apr. 2025
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Several lawsuits claiming the response was inadequate were consolidated into a single class action suit, Bianucci v. Rite Aid Corporation.—
Ryley Amond,
CNBC,
18 Apr. 2025
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The nightclub owner also vowed to cooperate with an investigation spearheaded by a Dominican Republic committee, which reportedly includes local and international experts and investigators.—
Sean Neumann,
People.com,
24 Apr. 2025
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Products from Cambodia would face duties of more than 3,500% because its producers elected not to cooperate with the U.S. probe.—
Nichola Groom,
USA Today,
23 Apr. 2025
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Since the Pat Brown era, California has always collaborated in securing its electricity.—
Michael Wara,
Mercury News,
25 Apr. 2025
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Fort Worth chef Jenna Kinard and her husband, Micah Kinard, are collaborating with Kansas City restaurateur Christian Moscoso on the dining and drinking concepts.—
Kate Marijolovic,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 Apr. 2025
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That’s because the best days in the market are often concentrated around the worst days in the market.—
Rick Unser,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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System combinations open the door to reimagining how care is delivered at every level— from expanding primary care access in rural communities to extending the reach of specialty services typically concentrated in urban areas.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Apr. 2025
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More than 15,000 square feet was added and integrated with the clubhouse’s exterior while preserving millwork, chandeliers and fireplaces.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
18 Apr. 2025
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In 1957, President Dwight D. Eisenhower used the act to enforce the desegregation of Little Rock Central High School in Arkansas, sending federal troops to ensure the safety of Black students integrating the school against the resistance of state authorities.—
Nicholas Creel,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 Apr. 2025
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So was a statement that the company would merge with another firm, according to the indictment.—
Ethan Baron,
Mercury News,
25 Apr. 2025
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Some marketplaces will merge, while others will be absorbed by larger players looking to expand their footprint.—
Peter Bendor-Samuel,
Forbes.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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“Unite.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unite. Accessed 1 May. 2025.
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