align

/əˈlaɪn/
verb
  1. To place or arrange things in a straight line or in correct relative positions.
    • Please align the chairs so they form a straight row.
    • She aligned the text to the left margin in her document.
    • The carpenter used a level to align the shelves perfectly.
  2. To bring into agreement or cooperation with a particular group, person, or policy.
    • Our team needs to align our efforts to meet the deadline.
    • He chose to align himself with the new political movement.
    • The company decided to align its goals with environmental standards.
  3. To adjust something so that it works correctly with another system or part.
    • You need to align the telescope's lens to see the stars clearly.
    • The mechanic aligned the car's wheels to prevent uneven tire wear.
    • The software update will align the app with the latest operating system.
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