associated
Americanadjective
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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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Qatar, and Pakistan, according to the Associated Press.
From Barron's • Jun. 20, 2026
OpenAI recently said it would work with the Associated Press and nonprofit Democracy Works to provide users accurate election information.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 15, 2026
Argentine content creator Gaspar Prim Diaz - also known as Gaspi - was also believed to have been in one of the helicopters, according to the Associated Press.
From BBC • Jun. 15, 2026
"I'm so overwhelmed. I'm so happy," added Mathieu Ogno, who spoke to the Associated Press news agency at a watch party in Central Park following the Knicks' win.
From BBC • Jun. 14, 2026
“And I know you want to help. Are any of you in the Associated Student Body this year? Maybe bring it up at the first meeting next week.”
From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro
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