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as in to reconcile
to bring to a state free of conflicts, inconsistencies, or differences
coordinating the plans for the surprise party
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as in to blend
to form a pleasing relationship
a very meticulous wedding planner, who makes sure that every aspect of the reception—table settings, food, flowers, music, attire—coordinates right down to the last detail
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as in equivalent
one that is equal to another in status, achievement, or value
the Nobel Memorial Award for Economic Science is universally regarded as the coordinate of the original Nobel Prizes for peace, literature, medicine, physics, and chemistry
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as in corresponding
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Recent Examples of coordinate
Kerry Pieri, Vogue, 7 Feb. 2025
Blase was also the HHS policy lead for the Trump administration's transition, coordinating the new administration's changeover into the sprawling health department.
—Caitlin Owens, Axios, 7 Feb. 2025
Michelle Baran, AFAR Media, 9 Jan. 2025
Google joined in on tracking Old Saint Nick's coordinates in 2004 with its Google Santa Tracker.
—Grace Tucker, The Enquirer, 24 Dec. 2024
Kim Lyons, The Verge, 25 Jan. 2021
The x-axis and y-axis show the two dimensions of a coordinate plane.
—Dave Linkletter, Popular Mechanics, 22 July 2022
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Verb
Add a coordinating sweater around your shoulders and continue with an oversized leather topper and gloves.
—Kerry Pieri, Vogue, 7 Feb. 2025
Blase was also the HHS policy lead for the Trump administration's transition, coordinating the new administration's changeover into the sprawling health department.
—Caitlin Owens, Axios, 7 Feb. 2025
Noun
Cal Fire’s up-to-the-minute wildfire data shows the precise location and coordinates of fires, as well as where there are evacuation orders and evacuation warnings in place.
—Michelle Baran, AFAR Media, 9 Jan. 2025
Google joined in on tracking Old Saint Nick's coordinates in 2004 with its Google Santa Tracker.
—Grace Tucker, The Enquirer, 24 Dec. 2024
Adjective
The initial rollout of coronavirus vaccines in the US has been slow and messy, as states have tried coordinate plans for appointments with little federal guidance.
—Kim Lyons, The Verge, 25 Jan. 2021
The x-axis and y-axis show the two dimensions of a coordinate plane.
—Dave Linkletter, Popular Mechanics, 22 July 2022
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for coordinate
Verb
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Everybody was on pins and needles waiting to see: Could this thing be reconciled?—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
10 Feb. 2025
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Here’s why that’s dangerous But the annual revision is a routine review of the surveys that generate monthly employment data, which are then reconciled with estimates from other statistical sources that weren’t available when the numbers were first reported.—
Bryan Mena,
CNN,
7 Feb. 2025
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Sephora is its the biggest wholesale deal so far: The beauty retailer carries some exclusive scents, including Carnivale, a fragrance that sells for $102 and blends together juicy mango, sandalwood and creamy vanilla.—
Melissa Repko,
CNBC,
14 Feb. 2025
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Guridi’s tender and funny artwork adeptly captures the heart of the tale, blending lively, loose line drawings with just the right touch of color and texture.—
Barney Saltzberg,
New York Times,
14 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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But Friday’s court filing says the FBI subsequently turned over a record that pairs the numbers with corresponding names.—
Michael Kunzelman,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Feb. 2025
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For medical marijuana the corresponding figures backing legalization were 75 percent of Republicans, 73 percent of independents and 86 percent of Democrats.—
Kristan Hawkins,
Newsweek,
6 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Kenner police said the complaints will be referred to the corresponding jurisdictions for further investigation.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
10 Feb. 2025
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The prediction of a mild winter has not corresponded with the weather so far.—
Contributed Content,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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In the film, Elizabeth Sparkle (Moore) uses The Substance to create a younger counterpart, Sue (Qualley).—
Fred Topel,
Deadline,
8 Feb. 2025
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Recent weeks saw the issue of bias in refereeing become a public debate between Madrid coach Ancelotti and his Atletico counterpart Diego Simeone, with both men snapping back and forth at each other at various times.—
Dermot Corrigan,
The Athletic,
8 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Photo: Getty Images Designed to mimic the effects of the elements, Meghan sported a natural dewy base with blusher angled up to the cheekbone, along with a matching glossy nude lip.—
Ranyechi Udemezue,
Vogue,
11 Feb. 2025
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Bronze wore a matching No. 15 T-shirt with black pants and white sneakers.—
Ty Gaskins,
WWD,
9 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Overall, the study found that increases in average temperature, winter temperature and living density, alongside decreases in vegetation and funding for rat control, correlates with faster urban rat expansion.—
Doyle Rice,
USA TODAY,
3 Feb. 2025
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Fluoride's ability to prevent cavities was first identified in Colorado Springs, where naturally high fluoride levels correlated with fewer cavities, although there were signs of discoloration in teeth.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
2 Feb. 2025
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With Trump planning to impose 25% tariffs on the US’s two top trade partners, Mexico and Canada, and a 10% tariff already in effect on Chinese goods, experts say India could benefit from these strained trade relationships by exporting more technology, electronics and jewelry to America.—
Rosa de Acosta,
CNN,
11 Feb. 2025
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With Carpenter were three others: Sarah, her sister and creative partner; Sarah’s boyfriend, George; and her close friend Paloma.—
Abby Aguirre,
Vogue,
11 Feb. 2025
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“Coordinate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coordinate. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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