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as in connection
an acquaintance who has influence especially in the business or political world
an intern who got her summer job in the governor's office through contacts
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as in touch
the state or fact of being able to exchange information regarding one's current situation
she had moved to the other side of the country, but continued to stay in contact with her closest friends
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as in to reach
to transmit information or requests to
you can contact me at this number
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Recent Examples of contact
Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 21 Nov. 2024
On Wednesday's installment of the BFFs Podcast, the internet star, 25, told her co-hosts Josh Richards and Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy that she's been in contact with Bryan's ex-wife, Rose Madden.
—Zoey Lyttle, People.com, 21 Nov. 2024
Asher Notheis, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 21 Nov. 2024
In order to get a refund and replacement, Drunk Elephant is asking customers to fill out the return form linked in the recall notice (one form per product) or contact their customer relations team at 1-800-604-1795 or [email protected].
—Devonne Goode, Parents, 21 Nov. 2024
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Noun
During this time, most clinics maintain contact with their international patients, monitoring progress and providing ongoing support.
—Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 21 Nov. 2024
On Wednesday's installment of the BFFs Podcast, the internet star, 25, told her co-hosts Josh Richards and Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy that she's been in contact with Bryan's ex-wife, Rose Madden.
—Zoey Lyttle, People.com, 21 Nov. 2024
Verb
The Washington Examiner contacted Trump’s team for comment.
—Asher Notheis, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 21 Nov. 2024
In order to get a refund and replacement, Drunk Elephant is asking customers to fill out the return form linked in the recall notice (one form per product) or contact their customer relations team at 1-800-604-1795 or [email protected].
—Devonne Goode, Parents, 21 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for contact
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Service: As Good as Verizon During testing, connections to the MobileX service in New York City were strong and fast.PCMAG, PCMAG, 12 Nov. 2024
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By killing Victor, Oz rids himself of all meaningful connections to his past, fortifying his ascension to Gotham kingpin in solitude.Andy Andersen, Vulture, 10 Nov. 2024
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For more complex issues, the human touch remains irreplaceable.Stacey Widlitz, Forbes, 21 Nov. 2024
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Several of Riley's good friends also addressed the court, including Riley's three roommates, who had testified during the trial about trying to find and get in touch with her the day of her murder.Meredith Deliso, ABC News, 20 Nov. 2024
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Local health officials are working to reach everyone who may have had contact with the infected individual, and they are expected to do so in this case, said Preston Merchant, a spokesman for the San Mateo County health department.Jakob Rodgers, The Mercury News, 17 Nov. 2024
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Wind chills reached minus 36 Fahrenheit (minus 38 Celsius) that night in January 2022 as the family from India set out on foot to meet a waiting van.Ryan J. Foley, Twin Cities, 16 Nov. 2024
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If the Warriors add Markkanen or any player at that kind of salary, somebody, or multiple somebodies, would eventually have to go.Tim Kawakami, The Athletic, 5 Aug. 2024
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Over the decades, amateurs have beaten pros, nobodies have beaten somebodies.Houston Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 26 Sep. 2024
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Lawyers for both sides on Thursday informed the court of a deal to resolve the case.Winston Cho, The Hollywood Reporter, 22 Nov. 2024
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These website pop-ups inform users about data collection, offering options to accept or reject cookies.Ian Cohen, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
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With a bedroom, office, washing machine, and balcony, this Paris apartment is ready for move-in.Matt Ortile, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Oct. 2024
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Houston started out last season 0-3 before righting the ship, eventually threatening to make the play-in.Rahat Huq, Forbes, 27 Oct. 2024
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Sign up for our free Royals newsletter to get the latest updates on Kate Middleton, Meghan Markle and more!Simon Perry, People.com, 28 Nov. 2024
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Musk settled with the SEC, agreeing to pay a $20 million fine, step down as chairman, and agree to get a lawyer's approval before posting about Tesla.Rachel Barber, USA TODAY, 28 Nov. 2024
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An interesting suggestion will encourage you to address something that concerns you.Eugenia Last, The Mercury News, 15 Nov. 2024
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The company acknowledges regulatory uncertainties and ongoing litigation as potential risks, with efforts to address these challenges detailed in the report.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 15 Nov. 2024
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“Contact.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contact. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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