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connect

[kuh-nekt] / kəˈnɛkt /


Usage

What are other ways to say connect? The verb connect implies a joining as by a tie, link, or wire: One connects two batteries. 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. Unite implies a close joining of two or more things, so as to form one: One unites layers of veneer sheets to form plywood.

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One of neuroscience's major unanswered questions is how neurons in the brain and body connect and coordinate to generate behavior.

From Science Daily • Jun. 10, 2026

She was surprised to find that working in her garden helped her connect with her neighbors in unexpected ways.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 10, 2026

"Our ambition is to be able to connect to over 100 international cities over the next five years," Douglas said.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

There is no shortage of challenges for tech giants seeking to connect massive data centers to the grid.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 7, 2026

“She does have aptitude to communicate with us, but she doesn’t always see and connect with us,” Darkness said.

From "Healer of the Water Monster" by Brian Young




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