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pairing

[pair-ing] / ˈpɛər ɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
connecting
Synonyms
STRONG
associating attaching bridging combining coupling fastening fusing interlacing intertwining joined linking mingling mixing relating uniting welding
WEAK
bringing together connective tying together
NOUN
association
Synonyms
STRONGEST
union
STRONG
bond combination concomitance concordance connotation correlation identification impression joining juxtaposition linkage mixing mixture recollection relation remembrance tie
WEAK
linking lumping together train of thought
Antonyms
WEAK
aloneness antagonism disassociation disunion division isolation opposition rivalry seclusion separation solitude
NOUN
coupling
Synonyms
STRONGEST
intercourse
STRONG
copulating copulation mating sex
NOUN
coupling
Synonyms
STRONG
blend catch combination connection coupler joint link linking merging mixture seam tie yoke
Antonyms
STRONG
separation
NOUN
match
Synonyms
STRONG
affiliation alliance combination duet espousal marriage mating pair partnership union
Antonyms
STRONG
disunion division divorce separation
WEAK
clash difference imbalance mismatch

Example Sentences

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Fitting James, Doncic and Reaves together came with growing pains, but pairing James and Kennard has felt simple.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 11, 2026

Beyond the tool adaptations, Ferreri said the farm is also shifting to "regenerative" practices, such as plowing the soil less deeply and maximizing space by rotating crops or pairing plants.

From Barron's • Apr. 11, 2026

The researchers wanted to see whether pairing these compounds could reduce inflammatory signals more effectively than using them individually.

From Science Daily • Apr. 9, 2026

ADCs work like guided missiles by pairing antibodies with toxic agents to fight cancer.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

Once again, the pairing of bases is used to build the gene back.

From "The Gene" by Siddhartha Mukherjee