as in merging
the act or an instance of joining two or more things into one
the connecting of the truck to the trailer was easily accomplished
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as in connected
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as in integrating
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 combining
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 associating
to think of (something) in combination
opera is popularly connected with high society
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Recent Examples of connecting
Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 8 Jan. 2025
But Aaron Rodgers connecting on yet another Hail Mary was undoubtedly one of them.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
This serves as the connecting point between two sides of the barracks that lead Tóth to Erzsébet.
—Bill Desowitz, IndieWire, 8 Jan. 2025
By connecting features like billing, single sign-on and data synchronization, these partnerships can deliver a unified experience to the end user.
—Joshua Siler, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
One recent project developed navigation solutions for the West Bank, while another focused on connecting trauma survivors with healing resources.
—Hessie Jones, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Consider taking public speaking courses to learn various techniques for connecting with the audience, such as the right tone of voice, body language, the art of storytelling, and anxiety management.
—Sho Dewan, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Gone are the days when connecting with others meant hovering awkwardly around a plate of sweating cheese cubes, or trying to fit your whole name on a too-small name tag.
—Aytekin Tank, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Rocket Homes has always focused on connecting buyers with top-performing agents based on measurable success metrics.
—Jc Reindl, Detroit Free Press, 23 Dec. 2024
Verb
Bird Buddy plans to launch the Petal camera on Kickstarter this spring, continuing their mission of connecting technology with nature in engaging and user-friendly ways.
—Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 8 Jan. 2025
But Aaron Rodgers connecting on yet another Hail Mary was undoubtedly one of them.
—Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
This serves as the connecting point between two sides of the barracks that lead Tóth to Erzsébet.
—Bill Desowitz, IndieWire, 8 Jan. 2025
By connecting features like billing, single sign-on and data synchronization, these partnerships can deliver a unified experience to the end user.
—Joshua Siler, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
One recent project developed navigation solutions for the West Bank, while another focused on connecting trauma survivors with healing resources.
—Hessie Jones, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Consider taking public speaking courses to learn various techniques for connecting with the audience, such as the right tone of voice, body language, the art of storytelling, and anxiety management.
—Sho Dewan, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Gone are the days when connecting with others meant hovering awkwardly around a plate of sweating cheese cubes, or trying to fit your whole name on a too-small name tag.
—Aytekin Tank, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Rocket Homes has always focused on connecting buyers with top-performing agents based on measurable success metrics.
—Jc Reindl, Detroit Free Press, 23 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for connecting
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The simplicity and the power of love and memory that enables you to still remain connected to that love.—
David Draiman,
The Hollywood Reporter,
8 Mar. 2025
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Netflix is in about 40% of connected TV households around the world and has captured 6% of its addressable market, the CFO said.—
Todd Spangler,
Variety,
5 Mar. 2025
Verb
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His professional trajectory exemplifies a holistic approach to service, integrating military experience, business strategy, and humanitarian principles.—
Kyle J. Russell,
USA TODAY,
5 Jan. 2025
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Denver’s below-average offense (22nd in total yards per game) is integrating new pieces during the final weeks in the hopes of becoming more dynamic.—
Scott Phillips,
The Athletic,
5 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Paramount’s controlling shareholder, Shari Redstone, has agitated for a settlement to help move along the company’s pending merger with David Ellison’s Skydance Media.—
Ryan Faughnder,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Mar. 2025
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Paramount management last month said the merger is still on track to close before the end of June.—
Dade Hayes,
Deadline,
10 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Its purpose is to replicate the physics of a star by fusing the nuclei of atoms, thereby generating limitless fusion energy.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
24 Dec. 2024
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Fusion, the process of fusing atomic nuclei to release vast amounts of energy, is the same reaction that powers stars like our Sun.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
22 Dec. 2024
Verb
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Prepare by identifying potential roadblocks and devising contingency plans.—
Mark Murphy,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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Wastewater monitoring is a critical tool in tracking the virus's spread and identifying emerging trends early.—
George Monastiriakos,
Newsweek,
31 Dec. 2024
Noun
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Belafonte’s role in one of the most public unifications of global spirit ever recorded was immense.—
Mike Hanlon,
New Atlas,
5 Mar. 2025
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Netflix’s lush historical drama tackles the struggles of the aristocracy in 19th-century Sicily amid the attempts at the unification of Italy.—
Abid Rahman,
The Hollywood Reporter,
1 Mar. 2025
Verb
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What was the vibe like linking back together, being in that same creative space?—
Andre Gee,
Rolling Stone,
31 Dec. 2024
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In households, inexpensive robotic appliances will prevail over conventional devices, providing greater protection, linking, and ease of use.—
Mark Minevich,
Forbes,
29 Dec. 2024
Noun
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The game was created as a way of showing that the consolidation of wealth is overall bad for the health of an economy.—
Mia Galuppo,
The Hollywood Reporter,
5 Mar. 2025
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Millennials are increasingly turning to debt consolidation, according to data from Money Management International, or MMI, the debt-counseling nonprofit.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA TODAY,
4 Mar. 2025
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“Connecting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/connecting. Accessed 16 Mar. 2025.
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