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connect

[kuh-nekt] / kəˈnɛkt /


Usage

What are other ways to say connect? The verb connect implies a joining as by a tie, link, or wire: One connects two batteries. Join may refer to a connection or association of any degree of closeness, but often implies direct contact: One joins two pieces of wood mortise together at the corner. Unite implies a close joining of two or more things, so as to form one: One unites layers of veneer sheets to form plywood.

Example Sentences

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Researchers have developed a powerful new way to map how brain cells connect by tagging neurons with molecular "barcodes."

From Science Daily • Apr. 7, 2026

Sony plans to focus on franchise strategy and brand extension with game shows, as well as develop more anime, experiences and invest in content that will connect with a younger audience.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 7, 2026

"Nicky and I really think that if we can get the city behind us, if we can connect, then it has real potential," said Danny.

From BBC • Apr. 6, 2026

In recent months, the most popular AI apps—OpenAI’s ChatGPT, Anthropic’s Claude, Perplexity and Microsoft’s Copilot—unveiled ways to connect your wearables and medical records.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

While they’d been able to connect Dickinson to the letters, they weren’t sure how to interpret them.

From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield