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also alines
1
as in agrees
to bring to or be in a state of agreement
Though we have our differences, we align on many issues.
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2
as in lines
to set in order
Make sure your quilting squares are aligned and pinned before sewing. She was waiting for the stars to align.
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Recent Examples of aligns
Sky gazers in the path of the partial solar eclipse will likely see a crescent shape when looking at the sun as the moon passes between the star and Earth, in contrast to a total solar eclipse which aligns the three celestial bodies completely.
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Skyler Caruso, People.com, 22 Mar. 2025
An idea may grip you when Venus retrograde aligns with Pluto.
—USA TODAY, 21 Mar. 2025
From the first pitch to post-acquisition communication (quelling employee fears, ensuring service continuity to customers, conveying benefits to investors), every story should work in service of your North Star, showcasing how your vision aligns with the needs of your stakeholders.
—Valerie Chan, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
This approach also aligns with the research on workplace engagement.
—Mark Murphy, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
This approach helps reduce costs and aligns with what employees value most.
—Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 21 Mar. 2025
Venus retrograde aligns with Pluto to explore the potential of change in connection.
—USA TODAY, 21 Mar. 2025
This ensures that each phase delivers measurable results and aligns with business goals.
—Manoj Balraj, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
This aligns with broader industry trends, inasmuch as digital transformation in oil and gas is expected to grow by 31% over the next five years.
—Oleg Fonarov, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
Skyler Caruso, People.com, 22 Mar. 2025
An idea may grip you when Venus retrograde aligns with Pluto.
—USA TODAY, 21 Mar. 2025
From the first pitch to post-acquisition communication (quelling employee fears, ensuring service continuity to customers, conveying benefits to investors), every story should work in service of your North Star, showcasing how your vision aligns with the needs of your stakeholders.
—Valerie Chan, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
This approach also aligns with the research on workplace engagement.
—Mark Murphy, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
This approach helps reduce costs and aligns with what employees value most.
—Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 21 Mar. 2025
Venus retrograde aligns with Pluto to explore the potential of change in connection.
—USA TODAY, 21 Mar. 2025
This ensures that each phase delivers measurable results and aligns with business goals.
—Manoj Balraj, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
This aligns with broader industry trends, inasmuch as digital transformation in oil and gas is expected to grow by 31% over the next five years.
—Oleg Fonarov, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
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“Aligns.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/aligns. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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