1
as in coupled
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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2
as in combined
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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3
as in linked
to think of (something) in combination
opera is popularly connected with high society
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as in associated
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Recent Examples of connected
ArsTechnica, 11 Sep. 2025
That committee specifically negotiated for 18% of all connected housing to be affordable, an issue Tafoya sees as similarly key to a Broncos redevelopment at Burnham Yard.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 10 Sep. 2025
Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 6 Sep. 2025
Each is a different color and features a letter or symbol on its back, as well as a bead connected to the hanging loop.
—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2025
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Verb
Flynn tells him that the two worlds are more connected than anyone realizes.
—ArsTechnica, 11 Sep. 2025
That committee specifically negotiated for 18% of all connected housing to be affordable, an issue Tafoya sees as similarly key to a Broncos redevelopment at Burnham Yard.
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 10 Sep. 2025
Adjective
When prompted, select option 3 to be connected with a representative.
—Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 6 Sep. 2025
Each is a different color and features a letter or symbol on its back, as well as a bead connected to the hanging loop.
—Julia Gomez, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for connected
Verb
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When cost and performance are tightly coupled, striking the right balance between them provides operational excellence.—
Ben Ofiri,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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During Bachelor in Paradise Season 10, Kat coupled up with Dale Moss, the winner from The Bachelorette Season 16 with Clare Crawley.—
Jason Pham,
StyleCaster,
2 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The preliminary revisions for both of those years combined brought the new jobs created to just shy of 3 million.—
Tiana Lowe Doescher,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Sep. 2025
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The gap between both projections is roughly equivalent to the emissions from California, Florida, and Michigan combined in 2024.—
Natasha Bracken,
semafor.com,
11 Sep. 2025
Verb
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This approach has enabled Apex to scale quickly while maintaining the stability and resources associated with a corporate partnership.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
11 Sep. 2025
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Bowlan had to learn the nuances associated with relief work, from arm care to consistent throwing.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
10 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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The wife of the Las Vegas Raiders running back joined Tim Tebow, Mark Teixeira, Brett Favre, Bruce Pearl and others in offering their thoughts and prayers for Kirk and his family.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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That position began to change in 2015, in the joined Air France-KLM and Hop!—
Aleksandra Bal,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Rogaine is one of the most popular over-the-counter products powered by minoxidil—not to mention FDA-approved—at a high concentration crafted into a foam that can be integrated into your hair-care regimen with ease.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
12 Sep. 2025
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There are several superstar cameos, and they’re nicely integrated into the movie’s slender plot.—
Stephanie Zacharek,
Time,
11 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Mainly, this was the spark of inspiration for Kon to deal with stories that fused fantasy and reality.—
Ollie Barder,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Kevan Hall launched his career in the 1980s, quickly making his mark with sleek, elegant designs that fused Hollywood glamour with modern sophistication.—
Karissa Mitchell,
Essence,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Mayhoola, an investment vehicle linked to the royal family of Qatar, acquired Valentino in 2012, Pal Zileri in 2014, Turkish luxury department stores Beymen in 2015 and Balmain in 2016.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
10 Sep. 2025
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Historically linked to meditation and traditional Japanese dining culture, today’s iterations are all about modern living needs that suit every whim—lounging while binging on the White Lotus reruns, creating a reading nook, or simply losing oneself in texts at the end of the day.—
Audrey Lee,
Architectural Digest,
10 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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To solve these, the solution is interrelated.—
Brynn Cooksey,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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Our research Our research sought to answer two interrelated questions.—
Tim Komatsu,
The Conversation,
28 Aug. 2025
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“Connected.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/connected. Accessed 14 Sep. 2025.
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