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align

[əˈlaɪn]

align Definition

  • 1to arrange things so that they form a line or are in proper position
  • 2to support a political group, country, or person that you agree with or share interests with

Using align: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "align" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    Please align the chairs in a row.

  • Example

    The text should be aligned to the left margin.

  • Example

    The company's goals are aligned with the interests of its employees.

  • Example

    He aligned himself with the conservative party.

  • Example

    The countries aligned themselves against the common enemy.

align Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for align

Antonyms for align

Phrases with align

  • to agree with or support someone or something

    Example

    Her interests align with those of the company.

  • to support or agree with a particular person, group, or idea

    Example

    He aligned himself with the liberal party.

  • to adjust something so that it is in the correct position or direction

    Example

    The wheels need to be aligned to ensure proper handling of the vehicle.

Origins of align

from Old French 'aligner', from 'a-' (to) + 'lignier' (to line)

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Summary: align in Brief

'Align' [əˈlaɪn] means to arrange things so that they form a line or are in proper position. It can also mean to support a political group, country, or person that you agree with or share interests with. The verb is often used in phrases like 'align with' and 'align oneself with,' which denote agreement or support for someone or something. 'Align' has synonyms like 'arrange' and 'position,' and informal equivalents like 'line up' and 'straighten out.'

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