make sure everything lines up

synchronize

verb|/ˈsɪŋ.krə.naɪz/

Make things happen at the same time or work together

Examples

In a meeting

We need to synchronize our marketing efforts across all platforms.

Over coffee

Let's synchronize our calendars so we can find time to meet.

Why this word

coordinate

Synchronize means making simultaneous or matching timing exactly, coordinate is broader about organizing

align

Synchronize emphasizes temporal matching, align focuses on agreement or positioning

match

Synchronize implies ongoing timing correspondence, match is general about similarity

Usage tip

Use when coordinating timing or ensuring things align and work together

Etymology

Greek 'syn' (together) + 'chronos' (time)

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