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as in junctions
a place where two or more things are united
there's a problem at the connection where the outside wire is hooked up to the inside wiring
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as in contacts
an acquaintance who has influence especially in the business or political world
I have a connection in Hollywood who might be able to get you a part in a movie
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as in mergers
the act or an instance of joining two or more things into one
that bridge is the only connection between the island and the mainland
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as in associations
the state of having shared interests or efforts (as in social or business matters)
in a truly secular society there is no connection between church and state
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as in positions
an assignment at which one regularly works for pay
enjoyed self-employment and never wanted a connection with a big company
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Recent Examples of connections
The Year of Return also encouraged tourism and cultural connections between the African diaspora and Ghana.
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La Risa R. Lynch, Journal Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
Studies show that individuals with robust social connections are not only happier but 50% more likely to live longer.
—Maha Abouelenein, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Fostering those connections and maintaining them over time is crucial, and often where things get tricky.
—Aytekin Tank, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Adding connections on LinkedIn, posting about your work, and crucially, boosting others’ work are all powerful ways to make connections within your industry, and take a lot of the awkwardness out of in-person conversations.
—Aytekin Tank, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Those kinds of connections are everywhere in this wonderfully zany sport.
—Tyler Kepner, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
In this era where digital and live experiences often intertwine, the value of entertainment could lie in its ability to forge connections—both between fans and artists, and among fans themselves.
—Jana Arbanas, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
In doing so, the event found ways to explore the connections between art and travel in beautiful, and even edible, ways.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 23 Dec. 2024
Technology is omnipresent, shaping their social connections, learning journeys and overall growth.
—Dr. Ritu Goel, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
La Risa R. Lynch, Journal Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
Studies show that individuals with robust social connections are not only happier but 50% more likely to live longer.
—Maha Abouelenein, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Fostering those connections and maintaining them over time is crucial, and often where things get tricky.
—Aytekin Tank, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Adding connections on LinkedIn, posting about your work, and crucially, boosting others’ work are all powerful ways to make connections within your industry, and take a lot of the awkwardness out of in-person conversations.
—Aytekin Tank, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Those kinds of connections are everywhere in this wonderfully zany sport.
—Tyler Kepner, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
In this era where digital and live experiences often intertwine, the value of entertainment could lie in its ability to forge connections—both between fans and artists, and among fans themselves.
—Jana Arbanas, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
In doing so, the event found ways to explore the connections between art and travel in beautiful, and even edible, ways.
—Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 23 Dec. 2024
Technology is omnipresent, shaping their social connections, learning journeys and overall growth.
—Dr. Ritu Goel, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for connections
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Such mergers will produce living breathing art, some of which will interact with humans.R. Daniel Foster, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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This year, there has been $10 billion in mergers and acquisitions in the sector, up 163 percent from a year earlier, according to Mergermarket, a data provider.River Akira Davis, New York Times, 23 Dec. 2024
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This can lead to a brand’s message not resonating with a target audience, or worse yet create negative associations.Emily Ketchen, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Those associations, packaged in a gripping novel, make Tess of the D’Urbervilles an apt book for a long, dark night.Amanda Parrish Morgan, The Atlantic, 23 Dec. 2024
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Officials are evaluating the possibility of raising the time pedestrians have to cross intersections and installing one to two new signals at points with heavy pedestrian traffic.Dan Belson, Baltimore Sun, 16 Dec. 2024
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Her research examines the intersections of gender, politics, and culture, and her forthcoming book recounts the history of the American men’s rights movement.Theresa Iker / Made by History, TIME, 12 Dec. 2024
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Amex also has multiple partnerships including Marriott International and Delta, enabling customers to earn attractive rewards and further incentivizing spending activity.Trefis Team, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Industry-wide initiatives, public-private partnerships, and working with policymakers are essential to creating the regulatory and market frameworks needed for a resilient future.Mindy Lubber, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Connection Fox, for example, helps users keep track of important contacts, sets reminders to get in touch and even generates suggestions for ways to reach out, keeping important relationships from going cold.Aytekin Tank, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Times may be tough but relationships are strong.Andrew DeAngelo, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Professionally, nurturing your network can open doors to new opportunities and collaborations.Maha Abouelenein, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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With collaborations with Nike, Gucci, the NBA, and the Brooklyn Museum, Chan’s approach to art highlights the importance of tools that adapt to his process.Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Some had gang affiliations, but many did not.Tracy Wilkinson, Los Angeles Times, 23 Dec. 2024
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Hospitals with religious affiliations sometimes don’t perform procedures to empty the uterus.Kavitha Surana, ProPublica, 19 Dec. 2024
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Neil Eggleston, who served as White House counsel during former President Barack Obama’s second term but is not part of Biden’s review, said clemency for categories of defendants is a policy decision typically driven by advocacy groups rather than individuals trying to rectify their own situations.Bart Jansen, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
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Tow to Go may not be available in rural areas or during severe weather conditions, and in some situations, AAA may need to make other arrangements to get an impaired individual a safe ride home, AAA said.Natalie Davies, Detroit Free Press, 24 Dec. 2024
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“Connections.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/connections. Accessed 5 Jan. 2025.
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