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as in integrates
to put or bring together so as to form a new and longer whole
connect all the sets of lights and attach them to the branches of the Christmas tree
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as in combines
to come together to form a single unit
the two interstate highways connect, so a driver can go from one corner of the state to the other without much trouble
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as in associates
to think of (something) in combination
opera is popularly connected with high society
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Recent Examples of connects
Storytelling helps to communicate your message and connects you with potential buyers.
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Jenna Guarneri, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
The canal connects the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans, offering ships a shortcut to avoid going around the tip of South America.
—Kerry Breen, CBS News, 26 Dec. 2024
The horizontal bridge section that connects them is named the Link, and is anchored to both towers at 100 m (328 ft) above a busy highway.
—Adam Williams, New Atlas, 25 Dec. 2024
Our readers wanted to know more about power beaming, new kinds of nuclear fusion, vertical solar farms, powerful ways to drill deeper into the Earth’s crust to harness geothermal energy, and grid hardware that connects renewable energy projects.
—IEEE Spectrum, 24 Dec. 2024
Reverse mentoring can spark creative ideas and give you a better sense of how your work connects with others.
—Britney Porter, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Change Your Team's Stereotypical Mindset Through Education A powerful tip for resonating authentically with diverse media is to avoid assuming each ethnicity only connects with its own.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Mix the old and the new Knickknacks can be the bridge that connects us to our past.
—Sandy Sanchez, Architectural Digest, 23 Dec. 2024
Roblox connects the creation and distribution of video games on one platform for over 70 million users worldwide.
—Bartosz Skwarczek, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Jenna Guarneri, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
The canal connects the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans, offering ships a shortcut to avoid going around the tip of South America.
—Kerry Breen, CBS News, 26 Dec. 2024
The horizontal bridge section that connects them is named the Link, and is anchored to both towers at 100 m (328 ft) above a busy highway.
—Adam Williams, New Atlas, 25 Dec. 2024
Our readers wanted to know more about power beaming, new kinds of nuclear fusion, vertical solar farms, powerful ways to drill deeper into the Earth’s crust to harness geothermal energy, and grid hardware that connects renewable energy projects.
—IEEE Spectrum, 24 Dec. 2024
Reverse mentoring can spark creative ideas and give you a better sense of how your work connects with others.
—Britney Porter, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Change Your Team's Stereotypical Mindset Through Education A powerful tip for resonating authentically with diverse media is to avoid assuming each ethnicity only connects with its own.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Mix the old and the new Knickknacks can be the bridge that connects us to our past.
—Sandy Sanchez, Architectural Digest, 23 Dec. 2024
Roblox connects the creation and distribution of video games on one platform for over 70 million users worldwide.
—Bartosz Skwarczek, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for connects
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The graphics projection equates to 77-inches of screen and integrates eye-tracking technology to keep icons in the driver's field of view.—
Newsweek,
Newsweek,
4 Jan. 2025
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According to the description, the trailer integrates various techniques, including special effects, sound design, AI technologies and movie analytics, to deliver a professional-quality product.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
30 Dec. 2024
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Breaking down silos unites diverse expertise, fostering faster problem-solving and greater alignment.—
Azra Nurkic,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024
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Howdy Texas history fans, Today's columns unites holiday stories from Fort Worth, San Marcos and Austin.—
Michael Barnes,
Austin American-Statesman,
24 Dec. 2024
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The report identifies YouTube (excluding China), Meta, TikTok operator ByteDance and Chinese platforms as key drivers in the UGC/social segment.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
8 Jan. 2025
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This ensures clear communication, identifies potential blockers and aligns teams on deliverables.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
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Post your solve grid in the comments and see how your score compares with the editor’s rating, and one another’s.—
New York Times Games,
New York Times,
30 Dec. 2024
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When Harry compares Dex going after a professional killer to taking on Michael Jordan one-on-one, Dex has no idea who that is.—
Louis Peitzman,
Vulture,
27 Dec. 2024
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“Connects.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/connects. Accessed 30 Jan. 2025.
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