ALIGN Synonyms: 112 Similar and Opposite Words

align

verb

variants also aline

Definition of align

as in to agree

to bring to or be in a state of agreement Though we have our differences, we align on many issues.

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as in to line

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 align And at that point, the three countries will need to align their policies to avoid the confusion that has accompanied Chinese investment in Europe and to protect North American economic integration. — Chad P. Bown, Foreign Affairs, 1 Sep. 2026 One of them had led her to the belief that vaccines were dangerous, and to a broader world view that aligned with the Make America Healthy Again movement. — Ruby Cramer, New Yorker, 31 Aug. 2026 This problem may be an issue of the relatives being overeager or proud or not having conversational skills that align well with yours. — Eric Thomas, Sun Sentinel, 31 Aug. 2026 Unfortunately, despite all these factors aligning in their favor, the Longhorns also have arguably the toughest schedule in the country. — Ian Miller Outkick, FOXNews.com, 31 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for align

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Verb

Steve Nickson, the long-serving head of recruitment, handed in his notice in mid-June, subsequently agreeing to join Championship side Wrexham.

— George Caulkin, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2026
Reviewers agree that the design looks refined, with leather that feels more expensive than its approachable price point suggests.

— Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of agree

Verb

He was placed on probation and had to serve 50 hours of community service.

— Bob Harkins, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2026
Within the last few days, the Channahon Police Department also announced an officer allegedly used the Flock camera system for unauthorized purposes and placed the officer on administrative leave.

— Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 1 Sep. 2026

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In a corresponding move, the Jets released kicker Jason Sanders and offensive lineman Kohl Levao.

— Antwan Staley, New York Daily News, 31 Aug. 2026
Both cohorts showed evidence of a dose-dependent association, in which higher blood xylitol concentrations corresponded to higher rates of cardiovascular events.

— Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 31 Aug. 2026

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