aligned
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
placed or arranged in a straight line or in the correct position relative to something else.
arranged in a straight line or in correct relative positions. Often used with the preposition 'with'.
Simple“Make sure the edges of the two boards are perfectly aligned before you glue them.”
In context“The technician ensured the laser was precisely aligned with the sensor to prevent any data loss during the experiment.”
- 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
agreeing with or supporting the same ideas, plans, or goals as someone else.
allied or in agreement with a particular group, ideology, or set of objectives. Frequently appears in business and political contexts.
Simple“The marketing team and the sales team need to be aligned on the new strategy.”
In context“The company's long-term sustainability goals are closely aligned with international environmental standards.”
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“Uefa and Concacaf have been working together for some time, but have become even more closely aligned since the World Cup sell-off plan emerged last month.”
“At roughly 19:30 BST (20:30 local time), the Sun, Moon and Earth were perfectly aligned - a total eclipse.”