coalesces

verb

Definition of coalescesnext
present tense third-person singular of coalesce
1
as in combines
to come together to form a single unit several small townships have coalesced into a single metropolis

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2
as in unites
to form or enter into an association that furthers the interests of its members the historic preservation movement gained momentum when the two groups coalesced

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  1. unites
  2. connects
  3. collaborates
  4. merges
Verb
  • Buchanan’s and show that what may differentiate Latinos in language unites them in community.
    Julia Moore, People.com, 3 Oct. 2024
  • Instead, create an environment driven by the pride, purpose and passion that unites your entire team with clear payoffs and inclusive processes.
    Sam Adeyemi, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
Definition of unites
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  • Social media is a bridge that connects me with my patients, humanizing medicine in a way that just wasn’t possible before.
    Nisha Bunke, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
  • This strategically significant waterway connects crude oil producers in the Middle East with major global markets.
    Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of connects
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  • Strong community engagement to share how HSE Schools collaborates with parents, community members, and local organizations.
    John Tuohy, The Indianapolis Star, 16 Oct. 2024
  • Additionally, our city collaborates with numerous nonprofits and government agencies to ensure that resources such as drug rehabilitation programs, mental health services, job training and placement services are available for anyone willing to accept help.
    Jonathan Horwitz, Orange County Register, 8 Oct. 2024
Definition of collaborates
Verb
  • This version merges personal reflections with a tribute to cultural heritage.
    Ingrid Fajardo, Billboard, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Mexican music merges with rap in Fuerza Regida‘s groundbreaking new project.
    Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 3 Oct. 2024
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