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dovetailed

American  
[duhv-teyld] / ˈdʌvˌteɪld /

adjective

Heraldry.
  1. noting a partition line or a charge, as an ordinary, having a series of indentations suggesting dovetails.


Etymology

Origin of dovetailed

First recorded in 1715–25; dovetail + -ed 3

Example Sentences

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For Hudson, the opportunity also dovetailed with a new act in her own life as a recording artist.

From Los Angeles Times

The trend toward extravagance dovetailed nicely with the emergence of baby boomers and older Gen X–ers with more disposable income, the hankering for less-traveled international locales and a generational shift toward more creature comforts.

From MarketWatch

But it’s Gaffin’s candid memories of the family and romantic struggles that dovetailed with her career that lend the tome a weightier, more personal touch.

From Los Angeles Times

Her stage presence was impressive, as was her ability to adapt her slower songs so that they dovetailed perfectly with Lamar's frenetically paced sets.

From BBC

The King's idea of harmony dovetailed with a very deep personal Christian faith, he said.

From BBC