pairing

verb

Definition of pairingnext
present participle of pair
as in combining

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for pairing
  1. matching
  2. merging
  3. blending
  4. integrating
  5. connecting
  6. synchronizing
  7. consolidating
  8. orchestrating
Verb
  • Selena Gomez Gomez’s tweed skirt suit consisted of a black button-up top with white accents and a matching pencil skirt.
    Hannah Malach, WWD, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Lawrence and Cope wore matching sweatpants and sweatshirts, his gray and hers pink.
    Charna Flam, People.com, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of matching
Verb
  • The changes are all part of the synergies that Alaska hopes to gain by merging with Hawaiian.
    Edward Russell, Travel + Leisure, 10 Dec. 2024
  • That’s kind of what has happened since the worlds of streetwear and luxury are merging.
    Layla Ilchi, WWD, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of merging
Verb
  • This playful drink nods to the iconic line from Shrek, blending gin, Licor 43, cold brew, oat milk, and gingerbread syrup.
    Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • With winter on the horizon, Artisans of Wine and Food offers the perfect opportunity to escape the cold and explore an entirely new frontier of dining, with the flavors of California and Florida blending together to showcase the splendor of both west coast and east coast dining all at once.
    Jared Ranahan, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of blending
Verb
  • While Courtney took the lead on integrating Easy Scaling, Jennifer focused on relaunching the ad funnel that had originally fueled Easy Scaling’s success.
    Lien De Pau, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Brands that simplify checkout by integrating flexible payment options, mobile-friendly interfaces, and quick-fill capabilities are able to capture these spontaneous purchases, driving up conversion rates and maximizing the impact of influencer campaigns.
    Nandan Sheth, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of integrating
Verb
  • Stay true to your brand’s mission and voice while connecting authentically to the cause.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • How necessary is such an event when everyone is already used to connecting virtually or through systems only?
    Koray Köse, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of connecting
Verb
  • That’s why leaning on a multifamily office that is experienced in sorting, managing and synchronizing the cash flow of HNW and UHNW families can be so invaluable.
    Sharon Olson, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
  • The software download takes minutes, but synchronizing the full blockchain can take several days.
    Andrey Sergeenkov, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
Definition of synchronizing
Verb
  • During that time, hospitals acquired more than 8,000 independent physician practices, consolidating local care into expensive hospital networks.
    Lisa Abrams, Baltimore Sun, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Instead of displaying your collection throughout your living room, consider consolidating it into one section, such as on a sofa table or mantle.
    Tessa Cooper, Southern Living, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of consolidating
Verb
  • Prosecutors reportedly allege that Kim played a central role in a rebellion, abusing his power by orchestrating a riot to undermine the constitution in coordination with Yoon and other military and police officials.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Rivers has the challenge of orchestrating a lineup that maximizes all three stars without stepping on each other’s toes.
    Brian Sampson, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of orchestrating
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