sync

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verb

variants or less commonly synch
synced also synched ˈsiŋ(k)t How to pronounce sync (audio) ; syncing also synching ˈsiŋ-kiŋ How to pronounce sync (audio)

sync

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noun

variants or less commonly synch
: synchronization, synchronism
moving in sync
out of sync with the world
sync adjective

Examples of sync in a Sentence

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Verb
The Panthers’ staff believes in syncing up a quarterback’s footwork to the concepts of specific play designs. Joseph Person, The Athletic, 15 Jan. 2025 When paired with the device, the app will sync effortlessly, providing real-time tracking and automated logging of medication intake. Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 12 Jan. 2025
Noun
Regular syncs between engineering, product and business teams can help clarify expectations and identify roadblocks early. Francis Dinha, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025 And so just having that be my first sync placement too was pretty wild. Christopher Claxton, Billboard, 6 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for sync 

Word History

First Known Use

Verb

1945, in the meaning defined above

Noun

1929, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of sync was in 1929

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“Sync.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sync. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.

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