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as in alignment
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as in agreeing
to bring to or be in a state of agreement
Though we have our differences, we align on many issues.
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as in lining
to set in order
Make sure your quilting squares are aligned and pinned before sewing. She was waiting for the stars to align.
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Recent Examples of aligning
Georg Beyschlag, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
For example, Patagonia emphasizes environmental stewardship and collaboration, aligning leadership roles with its mission of sustainability.
—Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
To unlock this potential, organizations can implement several key strategies, including fostering open communication, recognizing achievements, promoting professional development and aligning company values with daily operations.
—Anna Convery-Pelletier, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
For me, top goals are often big-picture initiatives that move the company forward, like improving a major product feature, overhauling a company-wide process or aligning the leadership team on key objectives.
—Hope Horner, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
The real challenge in combining the two is aligning the goals of IT and OT.
—Georg Beyschlag, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Emotional intelligence and rapport remain critical to aligning objectives and driving results.
—Koray Köse, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Preventing nepotism by aligning roles with capabilities and approvals from independent advisors.
—Matthew F. Erskine, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Branker sees this shift as aligning with Mount Gay’s approach to rum-making.
—Rachel King, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
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With the right digital tools in place and a focus on aligning IT and OT, factories can bridge the gap between the physical and digital worlds, creating a future where machines, data and human workers work together seamlessly to drive the manufacturing industry forward.
—Georg Beyschlag, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
For example, Patagonia emphasizes environmental stewardship and collaboration, aligning leadership roles with its mission of sustainability.
—Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
To unlock this potential, organizations can implement several key strategies, including fostering open communication, recognizing achievements, promoting professional development and aligning company values with daily operations.
—Anna Convery-Pelletier, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
For me, top goals are often big-picture initiatives that move the company forward, like improving a major product feature, overhauling a company-wide process or aligning the leadership team on key objectives.
—Hope Horner, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
The real challenge in combining the two is aligning the goals of IT and OT.
—Georg Beyschlag, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Emotional intelligence and rapport remain critical to aligning objectives and driving results.
—Koray Köse, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Preventing nepotism by aligning roles with capabilities and approvals from independent advisors.
—Matthew F. Erskine, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Branker sees this shift as aligning with Mount Gay’s approach to rum-making.
—Rachel King, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for aligning
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These countries can offer skilled, cost-effective technology talent and are attractive due to cultural similarities, time zone alignment and favorable educational infrastructure.Daniel Pena, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Lukashenko's request underscores Belarus's alignment with Russia amid ongoing regional conflicts and highlights the increasing militarization in Eastern Europe.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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Whereas other participating schools have previously paid the VII Group up-front money, the company is agreeing to pay Auburn $115,000 this year to cover the costs of its 22-member official team travel party.Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 11 Dec. 2024
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The New York Yankees shored up their pitching staff with one big move Tuesday, agreeing to terms with left-hander Max Fried on an eight-year, $218 million contract according to multiple reports.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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Now more than a year into her term, Bullock leads a central bank that, thus far, has held out on cutting interest rates, placing her fiercely in the spotlight as the country prepares for a 2025 election with cost of living concerns top-of-mind for voters.Erin Spencer Sairam, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Google is also is placing additional protections on the profiles to prevent further off-topic reviews.Natalie Neysa Alund, USA TODAY, 10 Dec. 2024
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“Aligning.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aligning. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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