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laI
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allies, allying, allied |
| definition: |
to join or unite for a particular purpose (usually followed by "to" or "with").
Russia allied itself to France.- synonyms:
- unite
- similar words:
- affiliate, associate, connect, join
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combine, identify, knit |
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noun |
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laI
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ae
laI
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| inflections: |
allies |
| definition: |
a person, group, or country that has joined with another for a particular purpose.
Great Britain, France, and the United States were allies in World War II.She knew she could stand up to the bully if she had an ally.- synonyms:
- confederate, partner
- similar words:
- affiliate, participant, party
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brother, mate |
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