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as in connects
to put or bring together so as to form a new and longer whole she linked the flowers together to form a long chain
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as in associates
to think of (something) in combination since childhood I have always linked trips to the beach with the discomforts of sunburn and sand in my clothes
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as in sausages
a rod-shaped portion of seasoned ground meat in a casing I like to put maple syrup on my breakfast links
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as in bonds
a uniting or binding force or influence those old love letters were her only remaining link with her late grandparents
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Recent Examples of links
Nicolas S. Rohatyn, Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2026 In practical terms, the deal links two platforms that have long served different functions in the online art trade. —Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 15 Apr. 2026 France’s updated 2026 military programming law directly links the need for a new suppression and anti-ship missile to the Rafale F5 standard. —Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 14 Apr. 2026 The strait, 20 miles wide, links the Red Sea with the Gulf of Aden and the Indian Ocean. —Arkansas Online, 5 Apr. 2026 The strait, 32 kilometers (20 miles) wide, links the Red Sea with the Gulf of Aden and the Indian Ocean. —Matthew Lee, Fortune, 5 Apr. 2026 The strait, 32 kilometers (20 miles) wide, links the Red Sea with the Gulf of Aden and the Indian Ocean. —Sam Mednick, Chicago Tribune, 4 Apr. 2026 The strait, 20 miles wide, links the Red Sea with the Gulf of Aden and the Indian Ocean. —Sam Mednick, Los Angeles Times, 4 Apr. 2026 In traditional vehicles, a mechanical column physically links the steering wheel to the front axle. —Sean Evans, Robb Report, 2 Apr. 2026
Tom Huddleston Jr., CNBC, 11 Apr. 2026 None are carrying oil from the Islamic Republic or have obvious, direct links to the country. —Julian Lee, Fortune, 11 Apr. 2026 Ignore unexpected links, verify everything yourself and make the switch on your terms, not theirs. —Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 11 Apr. 2026 Polls show that Peruvians overwhelmingly want fresh blood in their politics, meaning candidates without links to the current congress. —Simeon Tegel, NPR, 11 Apr. 2026 Early analyses have begun to link genes to traits such as drought tolerance and temperature adaptation, but researchers say more rigorous work is needed to confirm those links before they can be used to guide restoration. —ABC News, 10 Apr. 2026 The agricultural chemical has been central to multibillion-dollar lawsuits and settlements due to its links to non-Hodgkin lymphoma and other cancers. —Thomas Heaton, Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2026 However, StyleCaster may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. —Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 10 Apr. 2026 The state is investing $6 billion to expand the state’s broadband network and increase Internet links for families and businesses. —George Avalos, Mercury News, 4 Apr. 2026
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The Community Reinvestment Act links bank growth to community lending. —Nicolas S. Rohatyn, Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2026 In practical terms, the deal links two platforms that have long served different functions in the online art trade. —Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 15 Apr. 2026 France’s updated 2026 military programming law directly links the need for a new suppression and anti-ship missile to the Rafale F5 standard. —Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 14 Apr. 2026 The strait, 20 miles wide, links the Red Sea with the Gulf of Aden and the Indian Ocean. —Arkansas Online, 5 Apr. 2026 The strait, 32 kilometers (20 miles) wide, links the Red Sea with the Gulf of Aden and the Indian Ocean. —Matthew Lee, Fortune, 5 Apr. 2026 The strait, 32 kilometers (20 miles) wide, links the Red Sea with the Gulf of Aden and the Indian Ocean. —Sam Mednick, Chicago Tribune, 4 Apr. 2026 The strait, 20 miles wide, links the Red Sea with the Gulf of Aden and the Indian Ocean. —Sam Mednick, Los Angeles Times, 4 Apr. 2026 In traditional vehicles, a mechanical column physically links the steering wheel to the front axle. —Sean Evans, Robb Report, 2 Apr. 2026
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Take control of your money with CNBC Select CNBC Select is editorially independent and may earn a commission from affiliate partners on links. —Tom Huddleston Jr., CNBC, 11 Apr. 2026 None are carrying oil from the Islamic Republic or have obvious, direct links to the country. —Julian Lee, Fortune, 11 Apr. 2026 Ignore unexpected links, verify everything yourself and make the switch on your terms, not theirs. —Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 11 Apr. 2026 Polls show that Peruvians overwhelmingly want fresh blood in their politics, meaning candidates without links to the current congress. —Simeon Tegel, NPR, 11 Apr. 2026 Early analyses have begun to link genes to traits such as drought tolerance and temperature adaptation, but researchers say more rigorous work is needed to confirm those links before they can be used to guide restoration. —ABC News, 10 Apr. 2026 The agricultural chemical has been central to multibillion-dollar lawsuits and settlements due to its links to non-Hodgkin lymphoma and other cancers. —Thomas Heaton, Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2026 However, StyleCaster may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. —Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 10 Apr. 2026 The state is investing $6 billion to expand the state’s broadband network and increase Internet links for families and businesses. —George Avalos, Mercury News, 4 Apr. 2026
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The Brick is a device that connects wirelessly to smartphones.— Greta Cross, USA Today, 11 Apr. 2026
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The largest project is a second tidal dock that connects to the Deurganck Dock, as well as expansion of the Noordzee Terminal.— Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 10 Apr. 2026
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Greene’s heart-to-heart media tour has been jarring liberals and anyone else who associates her with conspiratorial beliefs and outrageous comments.— Erin Mansfield, USA Today, 21 Nov. 2025
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Everyone associates that with us.— Stephanie McNeal, Glamour, 8 Oct. 2025
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After Laura was separated from her son, the investigator said the boy was eating pancakes and sausages and was mobile.— Amelia Mugavero, CBS News, 1 Apr. 2026
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As a nod to the building’s past, Tuesday’s ribbon cutting event for the hotel included Ault cutting a link of sausages, as Gerrese and Sacramento City Councilmember Karina Talamantes stood by him.— Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 31 Mar. 2026
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Nine school district and 31 cities and towns are holding elections for bonds, charter amendments, board seats and mayoral races.— Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Apr. 2026
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He was released after more than two hours in jail after posting $39 in bonds.— Paulina Dedaj, FOXNews.com, 20 Apr. 2026
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Brown and her creative team have gotten caught up in adornment without capturing a deeper undertow that strings it all together.— Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 19 Mar. 2026
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The swoony strings coat the song with a lush, old-fashioned feel.— Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 4 Mar. 2026
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This correlates with Korean beauty’s emphasis on healthy skin.— BestReviews, Mercury News, 16 Apr. 2026
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National data found each home lost to climate disasters per 10,000 people correlates with a 1 percentage point increase in homelessness.— Meg Tanaka, Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2026
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Pakistan has long maintained close ties with Saudi Arabia while also keeping relations with Iran.— April 16, CBS News, 16 Apr. 2026
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This sweet peplum blouse features three front ties that can be styled into bows, short puff sleeves, and is available in black and a cheetah print as well.— Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2026
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As Leon, however, it's recommended to play in the third person, which couples nicely with the action-thriller vibe of that storyline.— Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 27 Feb. 2026
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The seven Harry Potter books are canon; fan fiction that couples Hermione and Malfoy is not.— Colton Valentine, New Yorker, 24 Jan. 2026
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“Links.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.grautoblog.com/thesaurus/links. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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