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Align the blocks in a row.
What does Align mean?
Align means to line up or bring into agreement.
Dictionary definition
To place things in a straight line or bring ideas, actions, or goals into agreement.
Example sentences
Align in a sentence
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The team tried to align their goals before starting.
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A clear plan can align everyone's work around the same purpose.
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Practice 1
What does align mean?
Align means to arrange in a line or bring ideas, actions, or goals into agreement.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to align?
Line Up is close in meaning to align in this dictionary entry.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of align?
Misalign contrasts with align in this dictionary entry.
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uh · lyn · strongest beat: lyn
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WordAlign.
Partverb.
MeaningAlign means to line up or bring into agreement.
ExampleExample: Align the blocks in a row.
Word breakdown
2 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- uh · lyn
- Strongest beat
- lyn
- Ending
- lyn
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on lyn.
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Synonyms
Words like Align
line upUse when placing things in order or a straight line.
coordinateUse when bringing actions or plans into agreement.
Antonyms
Opposite words
misalignUse when things are not lined up or do not match.
separateUse when things are kept apart.
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Hint for students
Align means to line up or bring into agreement.
Common mix-up
Align is not the same as misalign. Align means align means to line up or bring into agreement.
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Read this model sentence: The team tried to align their goals before starting. Clue words: team, tried, goals. Underline clue words that show why align fits instead of misalign. Now write one new sentence that shows align without using the word align. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show align?
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Ask students to explain this model sentence: "The team tried to align their goals before starting." Why does align fit better than misalign?
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