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also alinement
as in layout
the way objects in space are arranged in proper relation to one another
The alignment of the text with the pictures is off.
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Recent Examples of alignment
This alignment can help avoid spinal pressure that increases lower back pain.
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Carley Millhone, Health, 10 Apr. 2025
Trump’s alignment with Putin, suspension of aid to Ukraine and the administration’s general anti-Europe rhetoric are seen as deep betrayals across the continent.
—Vivian Song, CNN Money, 9 Apr. 2025
Understanding how different cultures express alignment would have saved Alejandro from costly miscommunication.
—Tom Roberts, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
Tide Sandal Your average flip flops certainly don’t have the arch support of these stylish sandals, designed with Vionic’s exclusive alignment technology.
—Mia Huelsbeck, People.com, 4 Apr. 2025
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Carley Millhone, Health, 10 Apr. 2025
Trump’s alignment with Putin, suspension of aid to Ukraine and the administration’s general anti-Europe rhetoric are seen as deep betrayals across the continent.
—Vivian Song, CNN Money, 9 Apr. 2025
Understanding how different cultures express alignment would have saved Alejandro from costly miscommunication.
—Tom Roberts, Forbes.com, 4 Apr. 2025
Tide Sandal Your average flip flops certainly don’t have the arch support of these stylish sandals, designed with Vionic’s exclusive alignment technology.
—Mia Huelsbeck, People.com, 4 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for alignment
Noun
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To solve the bedroom’s issues, Galey planned to drywall over the extra door, add thick, arched double wood doors with a lock for privacy and reimagine the layout to make the space feel cozier and more secure.—
Jordan Greene,
People.com,
16 Apr. 2025
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Learn the dining room layout and setup mistakes to avoid when hosting or entertaining.—
Abby Wolner,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Apr. 2025
Noun
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This conversation has been edited for length, clarity and continuity.—
Megan Poinski,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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For example, UCHealth and Denver Health have processes dedicated to improving discharge planning, connection to housing services and care continuity for unhoused patients with health needs.—
Pilar Ingle,
The Conversation,
7 Apr. 2025
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The distribution of payments depends on which day of the month a retiree was born.—
Ross O'Keefe,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
22 Mar. 2025
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However, distributions are still subject to ordinary taxes on your Form 1040.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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Conspicuously anglo human characters resemble the generic design often seen in low-rent CG fare produced overseas: large heads with pristine skin and pronounced facial features.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Variety,
11 Apr. 2025
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The eggs are decorated with dainty florals and swirl designs and include matching ribbons for easy hanging.—
Nora Colomer,
FOXNews.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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This unhelpful orientation meant, however, that the lander could not generate power due to the position of its solar arrays and saw the mission end just a day after touchdown.—
Andrew Jones,
Space.com,
11 Mar. 2025
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The structure of its web varies throughout the year, with changes in its angle, height above the ground, line density and magnetic orientation, all influenced by seasonal shifts.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes,
9 Mar. 2025
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The front facade will be a full story taller than its neighbors, and while the materials and windows try to mimic the patterns and rhythms of its older neighbors, the design falls flat in its girth and articulation.—
Edward Keegan,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Apr. 2025
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The pattern was expected to break up on Sunday, with rains finally pushing east toward Georgia and the Florida Panhandle.—
Joseph Wilkinson,
New York Daily News,
6 Apr. 2025
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So your suggestions were about altering the structure of the show?—
Adam B. Vary,
Variety,
11 Apr. 2025
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Wander down a spiral staircase and through to the imposing central courtyard of the building, and an unusual structure sat pride of place: an installation of the legendary French designer Charlotte Perriand’s La Maison au Bord de l’Eau.—
Liam Hess,
Vogue,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Alignment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alignment. Accessed 20 Apr. 2025.
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