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verb

present tense third-person singular of combine

as in connects

to come together to form a single unit the room's highly varied design elements combine to form a harmonious whole

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as in integrates

to turn into a single mass or entity that is more or less the same throughout combine the sugar and flour in a bowl

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combines

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noun

plural of combine

as in cartels

a number of businesses or enterprises united for commercial advantage charged that the cable companies had formed an illegal combine for the purpose of keeping rates artificially high

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as in confederacies

an association of persons, parties, or states for mutual assistance and protection one of the most notorious combines in the history of organized crime

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The 42-footer, which is the first example of the American yard’s Hood 42 LM model to hit the seas, combines classic New England design with contemporary engineering to ensure seamless and stylish cruising. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 10 Aug. 2026 Touch Grass will be produced via a hybrid production model that combines live-action actor performances, practical effects, traditional visual effects, and generative AI. — Dade Hayes, Deadline, 10 Aug. 2026 The silhouette combines sharp and rounded lines for a structural aesthetic, including a curved vamp. — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 10 Aug. 2026 Human video becomes training data Dyna’s model uses a world-modeling architecture that combines next-frame and next-action prediction. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 10 Aug. 2026 The most effective approach combines technology and data with human expertise to mitigate risk at scale. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026 The result is labs like Sonic Jeel, which focuses on sonic cultures; the Anthro-tech Atelier, which combines anthropology and design; and xLab, which designs typefaces and electronic displays built for Arabic scripts. — Shanti Escalante-De Mattei, ARTnews.com, 3 Aug. 2026 The device combines a pressure-sensitive trackpad positioned against the roof of the mouth with head-motion sensing, which means the cursor can be controlled with either the head or the tongue. — Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 3 Aug. 2026 Through folk and jazz music, the show combines the Greek myth of Orpheus and Eurydice with the myth of Hades and Persephone. — Mya Copeland, Variety, 2 Aug. 2026

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Illinois farmers now have the right to repair their own tractors, combines and spreaders. — Chicago Tribune, 20 July 2026 CeraVe’s Resurfacing Retinol Serum combines encapsulated retinol with skin-supporting ceramides to help refine texture, smooth the look of fine lines, and promote a more even-looking complexion over time. — Kieaundria Bellamy, InStyle, 23 June 2026 The new Palm Beach 85 flagship combines refined, timeless design with an advanced hull shape and composite layup. — Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 16 June 2026 Levies on agricultural equipment, like combines and harvesters will be dropped to 15% from 25%, and the scope of equipment qualifying for the 15% tariff will also be expanded. — Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 2 June 2026 At lower elevations, forecasters are increasingly focused on fire danger as dry vegetation combines with gusty winds and low humidity. — Sacbee.com, 22 May 2026 Directed by Lawrence Kasdan, the documentary focusing on Short combines rare archival footage with new interviews, The Hollywood Reporter notes. — Virginia Chamlee, PEOPLE, 1 May 2026 The food Bradenton is most famous for combines classic Florida fare with Caribbean influence. — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 24 Apr. 2026 When commodity prices increase, farmers buy new tractors, sprayers and combines. — Tyler Jett, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026

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Black is the vice president of the 211 System Strategy, a helpline supported by the United Way that connects people to food aid, mental health services, transportation and more.

— David Goldman, CNN Money, 10 Aug. 2026
The famous Bosphorus Strait—which connects the Black Sea in the North to Sea of Marmara in the South, dividing Istanbul’s East and West sides—is filled with a constant flow of boats going about their business.

— CNT Editors, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Aug. 2026

Definition of connects

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The company now offers flights, cars, and activities beyond accommodations, exemplified by its partnership with Uber, which integrates hotel bookings into Uber's ecosystem.

— Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
Its Lattice software integrates data from multiple sensors to provide a unified view of military operations.

— byDavid Schepp, Encyclopedia Britannica, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of integrates

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But in a state where numerous local cartels make money not only from drugs but also from extortion, there are plenty of possibilities.

— ABC News, ABC News, 16 Aug. 2026
In Ecuador, local criminal gangs allied with Colombian and Mexican cartels manage the routes and ship the narcotics, 80% of which originate in Colombia and the rest in Peru.

— CNN Money, CNN Money, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of cartels

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And as Netanyahu’s coalitions hardened Schleien’s programs became edgier, skewering Netanyahu sycophants in the Likud Party, anti-élitist demagogues, cultic settlers, and rabbinic mandarins.

— Bernard Avishai, New Yorker, 11 Aug. 2026
Global coalitions and international forums like the World Economic Forum (WEF) offer a literal stage for diverse-minded experts to solve the complex governance, security, and policy challenges created by AI.

— Shlomo Kramer, Fortune, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of coalitions

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The venture unites Silver Media Group with Chris John, longtime Indonesian TV executive Harun Kurniawan and Koollab Studios as co-production partners.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 11 Aug. 2026
College sports even unites Trump with the Senate majority leader he’s soured on lately; John Thune is a former college basketball player.

— Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 11 Aug. 2026

Definition of unites

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Co-founded by Baseball Hall of Famer Derek Jeter and entrepreneurs Brian Lee and Jesse Glass, Arena Club merges the physical and digital worlds of trading cards in a way that allows hobbyists to grade, collect, invest and sell on their app.

— Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 7 Aug. 2026
His work merges natural forms, found materials, scientific experimentation, and movement into an artistic language that is both personal and universally resonant.

— News Desk, Artforum, 31 July 2026

Definition of merges

Noun

Informal mining is a deep problem in South Africa and is connected to criminal syndicates, according to authorities.

— ABC News, ABC News, 11 Aug. 2026
DraftKing's internal data estimates 80% to 90% of prediction market consumer volume comes from betting syndicates and institutional traders, Robins said during the call.

— Ananya Chetia, CNBC, 7 Aug. 2026

Definition of syndicates

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As campers vie for the chance to open for their favorite band, tensions rise and friendships are tested — leading to unexpected alliances, revelations, and romances.

— Katie Campione, Deadline, 10 Aug. 2026
If North Korea and Russia continue to work closely on nuclear weapons, Japan and South Korea will use the North Korean threat to justify boosting their alliances with the United States.

— ZHENG JIYONG, Foreign Affairs, 10 Aug. 2026

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