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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
What unites them is a focus on intervention rather than observation.
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Dasha Shunina, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
For visitors looking to get into the World Cup spirit, the exhibit provides a chance to understand why soccer has become a global phenomenon that unites billions of people around the world.
—Lauren Crawford, CBS News, 11 June 2026
Designed through the lens of expressive resortwear, the collection unites two female founders, Stacey Bendet and Christina Coniglio, both known for creating worlds rooted in color, versatility and whimsical dressing.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 10 June 2026
This year, the regional theater award went to the League of Regional Theaters, a national organization which unites, promotes and advocates for regional theaters around the country, including in collective bargaining agreements.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 8 June 2026
This recipe unites all our Southern favorites into one summery bundt cake.
—Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 8 June 2026
Set in the rural state of Andhra Pradesh in the 1980s, Peddi stars Ram Charan as a spirited villager who unites his community through sports.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 7 June 2026
Freedom 250 is focused on our signature celebrations and events that honor our history and engage all Americans — welcoming all who share our goal of commemorating this milestone in a way that uplifts and unites America.
—Raechal Shewfelt, Entertainment Weekly, 2 June 2026
Whether attendees identify as LGBTQ+ or are there as allies, the Open Door Pride festival unites people in their efforts to support others' identities and to amplify LGBTQ+ voices.
—Ashlyn Ware, Midwest Living, 29 May 2026
Dasha Shunina, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
For visitors looking to get into the World Cup spirit, the exhibit provides a chance to understand why soccer has become a global phenomenon that unites billions of people around the world.
—Lauren Crawford, CBS News, 11 June 2026
Designed through the lens of expressive resortwear, the collection unites two female founders, Stacey Bendet and Christina Coniglio, both known for creating worlds rooted in color, versatility and whimsical dressing.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 10 June 2026
This year, the regional theater award went to the League of Regional Theaters, a national organization which unites, promotes and advocates for regional theaters around the country, including in collective bargaining agreements.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 8 June 2026
This recipe unites all our Southern favorites into one summery bundt cake.
—Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 8 June 2026
Set in the rural state of Andhra Pradesh in the 1980s, Peddi stars Ram Charan as a spirited villager who unites his community through sports.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 7 June 2026
Freedom 250 is focused on our signature celebrations and events that honor our history and engage all Americans — welcoming all who share our goal of commemorating this milestone in a way that uplifts and unites America.
—Raechal Shewfelt, Entertainment Weekly, 2 June 2026
Whether attendees identify as LGBTQ+ or are there as allies, the Open Door Pride festival unites people in their efforts to support others' identities and to amplify LGBTQ+ voices.
—Ashlyn Ware, Midwest Living, 29 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unites
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The cocktail combines smoky mezcal, bright citrus, tropical mango liqueur, and a sparkling finish from prosecco, creating a balance of bold flavors and bright energy.—
Aly Walansky,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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One of my current favorites is the Cerave Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen Face Sheer Tint, which combines SPF 30 with a lightweight, glowy tint.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Southern Living,
14 June 2026
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MiniMax has launched Hub, a multimodal AI video generator that consolidates image creation, video, voiceover, music and editing into a single platform.—
Jenny S. Li,
Variety,
15 June 2026
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The health and wellness building consolidates all campus student health services and, for the first time, adds a UCSD Medical Group office offering primary care services to faculty and staff.—
Gary Robbins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 June 2026
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Pray that the weather cooperates!—
Mike Lynch,
Twin Cities,
14 June 2026
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Request an outdoor table when the weather cooperates.—
Elizabeth Heath,
Travel + Leisure,
7 June 2026
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Union regularly collaborates with stylist Thomas Christos Kikis, who also counts Rachel McAdams and Sophia Richie Grainge among his high-profile clientele.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
12 June 2026
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The next time your computer powers up instantly, your paycheck arrives electronically, your team collaborates across time zones or your work helps another person solve a problem, pause for a moment.—
ByBryan Robinson,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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The critical oil and gas shipping lane connects the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea, and leads to the open ocean.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
13 June 2026
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After the vehicle is parked, the robotic arm detects its position, connects the charging cable, and begins charging without requiring any manual input.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
13 June 2026
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Kalshi's weekend volume shows what dominance looks like when liquidity concentrates.—
Contessa Brewer,
CNBC,
16 June 2026
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His research concentrates on optimizing turfgrass performance for sports fields, golf courses and other high-traffic areas.—
Leslie Katz,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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Sportico Studio merges Sportico’s unmatched sports business editorial coverage and industry-best live events platforms to capture the business of sports in digital media formats.—
Sportico Staff,
Sportico.com,
16 June 2026
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The Sixteen camera merges the analog appeal of film with the instant digital playback of video, giving the filmmaker free rein to shoot with creativity while ensuring producers and editors will have immediate access to the digital images as dailies, for backup and quick editing.—
Shirl Leigh
June 15,
New Atlas,
15 June 2026
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Then, the app seamlessly integrates them into your budget.—
Amy DeYoung,
USA Today,
17 June 2026
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The system integrates navigation, communications, processing, and autonomous decision-making into a single framework.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
17 June 2026
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“Unites.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unites. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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