as in relationship
the fact or state of having something in common
the accountants noticed a linkage between the two supposedly independent companies
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of linkage
During his first term, the Trump administration tried to block any linkage between California and Quebec.
—
Rob Nikolewski, Mercury News, 13 Apr. 2025
The grid distribution systems, which transport power from transmission systems to customers, have become increasingly vulnerable, according to the GAO, partly because of the growing capabilities of technologies that enable remote access and linkages to business networks.
—Chuck Brooks, Forbes.com, 13 Apr. 2025
For instance, China, Japan, and South Korea might try to collectively shield themselves from the effects of U.S. tariffs by intensifying their mutual trade linkages.
—Eswar Prasad, Foreign Affairs, 3 Apr. 2025
While there appears to be some linkage, further study is needed.18
8.
—Maxine Lipner, Verywell Health, 10 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for linkage
Rob Nikolewski, Mercury News, 13 Apr. 2025
The grid distribution systems, which transport power from transmission systems to customers, have become increasingly vulnerable, according to the GAO, partly because of the growing capabilities of technologies that enable remote access and linkages to business networks.
—Chuck Brooks, Forbes.com, 13 Apr. 2025
For instance, China, Japan, and South Korea might try to collectively shield themselves from the effects of U.S. tariffs by intensifying their mutual trade linkages.
—Eswar Prasad, Foreign Affairs, 3 Apr. 2025
While there appears to be some linkage, further study is needed.18
8.
—Maxine Lipner, Verywell Health, 10 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for linkage
Recent Examples of Synonyms for linkage
Noun
-
The singer, 32, spoke about her up-and-down relationship with her father in a new interview with The New York Times published on Saturday, May 31.—
Nicholas Rice,
People.com,
1 June 2025
-
However, its relationship with feminine energy is particularly notable.—
Matt Rozo,
Mercury News,
1 June 2025
Noun
-
In October 2020, Maje was sentenced to 22 years in prison for murder with the aggravating circumstance of kinship.—
Isadora Wandermurem,
Time,
30 May 2025
-
No one can ever sever the bond of kinship between us, and no one can ever stop China's reunification, a trend of the times.—
Micah McCartney,
MSNBC Newsweek,
22 May 2025
Noun
-
Parks are really a great place for people to connect to make connections in the community.—
Karie Angell Luc,
Chicago Tribune,
2 June 2025
-
An onboard charger upgraded from 7 to 11 kW will hasten charging at the 240v connections most EV owners use at home.—
Mark Phelan,
USA Today,
2 June 2025
Noun
-
So, in February 1900, when MTV’s football players moved to start playing competitive games and indicated their desire to join the local football association, their fellow members were aghast.—
Sebastian Stafford-Bloor,
New York Times,
7 June 2025
-
With Venus entering Taurus and your 11th house of associations on June 6, romantic opportunities arrive through social media, community affairs and group settings.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
6 June 2025
Noun
-
Below is some correlation data based on 5-year and 3-year (more recent) history.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
29 May 2025
-
A number of other studies have shown a correlation between receiving the shingles vaccine and lower rates of dementia.—
Elizabeth Yuko,
Flow Space,
28 May 2025
Cite this Entry
“Linkage.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/linkage. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share