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as in to combine
to come together to form a single unit
using the microscope, we watched the water droplets unite into a single pool
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as in to consolidate
to bring (something) to a central point or under a single control
united several teams under the reorganization plan
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as in to cooperate
to form or enter into an association that furthers the interests of its members
parents united to reform the school's curriculum
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as in to collaborate
to participate or assist in a joint effort to accomplish an end
only if private investors and public officials unite for the common good, will this city experience an economic revival
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Recent Examples of unite
However, the council was united in its support for keeping the overnight parking program.
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Barbara Henry, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 May 2025
But their presence, like the crowds lining up to hear Sanders speak, raises the prospect that an angry public may unite, even if some of them are ultimately less interested in eating the rich than in joining them at the table.
—Evan Osnos, New Yorker, 26 May 2025
The Silla Kingdom was a powerful dynasty that united the Korean peninsula and ruled from 57 B.C. to 935 A.D.
The tomb had a misleadingly mundane name and actually contained a wide array of ornamental attire made in the sixth century, officials said in a 2020 news release.
—Aspen Pflughoeft, Miami Herald, 22 May 2025
Courtesy of Korean Air For decades, the ritual of ridiculing airplane food has united travelers far and wide.
—Chris Dong, AFAR Media, 22 May 2025
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Barbara Henry, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 May 2025
But their presence, like the crowds lining up to hear Sanders speak, raises the prospect that an angry public may unite, even if some of them are ultimately less interested in eating the rich than in joining them at the table.
—Evan Osnos, New Yorker, 26 May 2025
The Silla Kingdom was a powerful dynasty that united the Korean peninsula and ruled from 57 B.C. to 935 A.D.
The tomb had a misleadingly mundane name and actually contained a wide array of ornamental attire made in the sixth century, officials said in a 2020 news release.
—Aspen Pflughoeft, Miami Herald, 22 May 2025
Courtesy of Korean Air For decades, the ritual of ridiculing airplane food has united travelers far and wide.
—Chris Dong, AFAR Media, 22 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unite
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Recognizing this reality, Mexico has developed an innovative consular model that combines diplomacy, a humanitarian approach and direct action for the benefit of its population abroad.—
Alicia G Kerber Palma,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2025
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This enhanced financial performance, combined with robust sales growth and commitments from institutional investors, has transformed investor sentiment.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
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Most digital consumer business markets eventually consolidate to a few major players with the winners commanding 30%-plus market share, and Rocket has a clear path to victory.—
Kenneth Squire,
CNBC,
24 May 2025
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The changes are also to consolidate personnel and equipment in one place.—
Vinod Sreeharsha,
Miami Herald,
20 May 2025
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Sheriff Martinez already is failing to comply with the California Values Act, SB 54, which, since 2018, prohibits local and state law enforcement from cooperating with federal authorities on most immigration enforcement actions.—
Pedro Rios,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 May 2025
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The police arrived at some point, but Ventura wouldn’t cooperate with the officers, Morgan said.—
Nicki Brown,
CNN Money,
19 May 2025
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Johansson regularly collaborates with stylist Kate Young on her wardrobe for high-profile events.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
20 May 2025
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Paul has recently collaborated with Voight on several movies, including Man with No Past, High Ground, and The Last Gunfight, and has several new titles now in development or production.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
20 May 2025
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What Smart Investors Should Watch Investors who prioritize signals over noise should concentrate on pressure points instead of headlines.—
Jim Osman,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
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Solar thermal setups capture the Sun's heat rather than its light, use reflectors to concentrate sunlight onto a receiver, and convert solar radiation directly into heat energy.—
Abhimanyu Ghoshal,
New Atlas,
18 May 2025
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By integrating artificial intelligence, computer vision and data analytics, driverless tractors can conduct soil tests, optimize seed selection, execute precise planting, and create detailed field maps—redefining what’s possible in agriculture.—
Josh Max,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
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The resort’s longevity program integrates the Mylife Changer method and anti-inflammatory metabolic program that targets detoxifying and cell-regeneration treatments, biohacking and movement.—
Emily Burns,
Footwear News,
24 May 2025
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Things began falling apart when the team tried merging Siri’s old code with the new one.—
Jibin Joseph,
PC Magazine,
19 May 2025
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So much water flows down the mountain that Tudy Creek — normally about 4 feet across — swells and merges with another creek to form a violent river that rages down the road between them.—
Jennifer Berry Hawes,
ProPublica,
19 May 2025
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“Unite.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unite. Accessed 2 Jun. 2025.
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