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United Juˈnaɪtɪd Europe Adjective Bre States America Efforts

Word united
WordType (adjective)
Phonetic BrE / juˈnaɪtɪd / NAmE / juˈnaɪtɪd /
Example
  • the united states of america
  • efforts to build a united europe
  • we need to become a more united team.
  • they are united in their opposition to the plan.
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united

(adjective)BrE / juˈnaɪtɪd / NAmE / juˈnaɪtɪd /
  1. joined together as a political unit or by shared aims
    • the United States of America
    • efforts to build a united Europe
  2. in agreement and working together
    • We need to become a more united team.
    • They are united in their opposition to the plan.
    • We should present a united front (= an appearance of being in agreement with each other).
  3. used in the names of some teams and companies
    • Manchester United
    • United Biscuits

    Extra Examples

    • Our nation needs to stand united.
    • The members of the team were absolutely united in their common goal.
    • We ask others to stand united with us.
    • a politically united federation
    • obstacles to a fully united Europe
    • united in their aims
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