as in merging
the act or an instance of joining two or more things into one
the linking of state roads and highways into one interstate highway system
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as in connecting
to put or bring together so as to form a new and longer whole
she linked the flowers together to form a long chain
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as in associating
to think of (something) in combination
since childhood I have always linked trips to the beach with the discomforts of sunburn and sand in my clothes
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Recent Examples of linking
Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 31 Dec. 2024
In households, inexpensive robotic appliances will prevail over conventional devices, providing greater protection, linking, and ease of use.
—Mark Minevich, Forbes, 29 Dec. 2024
In some cases, law enforcement charges sellers after linking them to overdose deaths.
—Dan Sullivan, Orlando Sentinel, 26 Dec. 2024
Despite reports linking Bruno Guimaraes with Manchester City, Newcastle have had no contact yet and are determined to keep hold of the Brazilian and their other star men, Gordon and Isak.
—Chris Waugh, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
Some audiences saw this as a warning, linking the societal shifts and movements of people aligned with the left as dangerous and uncouth.
—Jude Reid, IndieWire, 26 Dec. 2024
Phase 1 of the project focuses on linking San Francisco in the north to Anaheim via Los Angeles in the south, with plans to extend the line north to Sacramento and south to San Diego in Phase 2.
—Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 25 Dec. 2024
Indeed, there’s an even older history linking frightful feelings and winter celebrations that predates Christianity and the establishment of any Christian holiday.
—Christopher Borrelli, Chicago Tribune, 25 Dec. 2024
Seeger also mentored him, linking him to an older generation of folk singers who prized the music’s traditional roots and links to leftist politics.
—Grant Wong, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Dec. 2024
Verb
What was the vibe like linking back together, being in that same creative space?
—Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 31 Dec. 2024
In households, inexpensive robotic appliances will prevail over conventional devices, providing greater protection, linking, and ease of use.
—Mark Minevich, Forbes, 29 Dec. 2024
In some cases, law enforcement charges sellers after linking them to overdose deaths.
—Dan Sullivan, Orlando Sentinel, 26 Dec. 2024
Despite reports linking Bruno Guimaraes with Manchester City, Newcastle have had no contact yet and are determined to keep hold of the Brazilian and their other star men, Gordon and Isak.
—Chris Waugh, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
Some audiences saw this as a warning, linking the societal shifts and movements of people aligned with the left as dangerous and uncouth.
—Jude Reid, IndieWire, 26 Dec. 2024
Phase 1 of the project focuses on linking San Francisco in the north to Anaheim via Los Angeles in the south, with plans to extend the line north to Sacramento and south to San Diego in Phase 2.
—Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 25 Dec. 2024
Indeed, there’s an even older history linking frightful feelings and winter celebrations that predates Christianity and the establishment of any Christian holiday.
—Christopher Borrelli, Chicago Tribune, 25 Dec. 2024
Seeger also mentored him, linking him to an older generation of folk singers who prized the music’s traditional roots and links to leftist politics.
—Grant Wong, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for linking
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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
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This serves as the connecting point between two sides of the barracks that lead Tóth to Erzsébet.—
Bill Desowitz,
IndieWire,
8 Jan. 2025
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Prussia’s power on the world stage—which culminated in their stunning victory in the Franco-Prussian War from 1870 to 1871 and the unification of Germany under Prussian influence—would lead to Bismarck’s victories over liberals at the ballot box as well.—
Christine Adams / Made by History,
TIME,
13 Mar. 2025
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More than 1,000 students were then taken to a local church for a unification process.—
Taylor Ardrey,
USA TODAY,
11 Mar. 2025
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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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As businesses need to stay competitive, integrating AI solutions has become essential.—
Melissa Houston,
Forbes,
5 Jan. 2025
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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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Prepare by identifying potential roadblocks and devising contingency plans.—
Mark Murphy,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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Those images were released as police requested the public's assistance in identifying the man, who fled the train.—
Aaron Katersky,
ABC News,
31 Dec. 2024
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The result, across companies, is more consolidation and merging of teams, smaller pay packages for top talent, and even a rethinking of programming strategy.—
Alex Weprin,
The Hollywood Reporter,
18 Mar. 2025
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With so much uncertainty looming over the EV charging industry — plus the shakeout that typically occurs among nascent tech industries — there’s bound to be consolidation this year.—
Bob Woods,
CNBC,
16 Mar. 2025
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Representing the aristocracy are two young lovers forbidden from coupling by her father and another who seeks her hand, but is being avidly pursued by her best friend.—
Rob Hubbard,
Twin Cities,
7 Feb. 2025
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The spinoff includes the same main elements of the original, including coupling and recoupling, challenges and games, and public voting.—
Monica Mercuri,
Forbes,
14 Jan. 2025
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“Linking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/linking. Accessed 21 Mar. 2025.
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