associated
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connected with something else so as to exist or occur along with it; accompanying or corresponding (often used in combination).
“Total Cost” includes books, software, shipping, and all associated costs of the program.
Age-associated memory impairment refers to the general degradation of memory that results from aging.
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joined with another person or group as a companion, partner, or ally; affiliated.
The State Bank of India, along with 4,665 branches of associated banks, held a 25% share in the Indian banking sector.
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connected or related in thought, feeling, memory, etc..
Any two things, including ideas, become mentally associated if they are repeatedly experienced close together in time.
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According to estimates from Associated Builders and Contractors, the construction industry needs to add an estimated 349,000 net new workers this year alone to meet demand.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
On election night Tuesday, the Associated Press determined that Bass had secured enough votes to qualify for the runoff.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026
District Judge Myong Joun approved a preliminary injunction Friday and is expected to issue a memorandum later explaining the decision, according to the Associated Press.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 6, 2026
He had 19.6% of the vote, behind fellow Democrat Xavier Becerra at 25.4% and Republican Steve Hilton at 27.8%, according to Associated Press data.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026
As the train slowed down at each railroad station, Brown tossed the latest update out the window to an Associated Press agent, who spread the news by telegraph.
From "Ambushed!" by Gail Jarrow
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