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join

[join] / dʒɔɪn /




Usage

What are other ways to say join? The verb join may refer to a connection or association of any degree of closeness, but often implies direct contact: One joins two pieces of wood mortise together at the corner. Connect implies a joining as by a tie, link, or wire: One connects two batteries. Unite implies a close joining of two or more things, so as to form one: One unites layers of veneer sheets to form plywood.

Example Sentences

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Luca Parmitano, an Italian astronaut, will be the pilot of NASA's Artemis 3 voyage, the first European to join one of the program's missions, the US space agency announced Tuesday.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Before becoming ill, Caitlin had planned to join the Army and train as an intelligence officer after graduating in July 2024.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

If the company can stick to its road map and app developers join in, that is.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Told by reporters that Hilton wanted Becerra to campaign for the ballot initiative, Becerra responded, “Come join me here, where the real people are,” gesturing toward the packed food hall.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2026

I looked at Regan, waiting for her to join me in my meltdown, but to my surprise she had a familiar smile on her face.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin




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