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
Organizations need specific, measurable goals that sync up with their wider business objectives and vision for success. Alon Goren, Forbes, 20 Sep. 2024 This included the physical setting up of the vacuum as well as any app syncing or Wi-Fi connections. Katherine Alex Beaven, Peoplemag, 19 Sep. 2024
Noun
The sound sync was fixed by the time singer Shakira took the stage as headliner of the Copa América Halftime Show. Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 15 July 2024 Additionally, if a student has concerns about whether any online content could be perceived as irresponsible or out of sync with a university’s values and code of conduct, do not include a link on the application. Christopher Rim, Forbes, 12 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for sync 

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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 1 Oct. 2024.

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