coincide

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coincide

Our schedules coincide perfectly for a lunch meeting.

Definition
  1. Verb:
    • To occur at the same time: To happen simultaneously or during the same period.
    • To correspond exactly in nature, opinion, or position: To be identical or in full agreement; to occupy the same place in space or time.
    • To be in accord or harmony: For ideas, interests, or characteristics to match or agree.
Usage and Examples
  • To happen at the same time:

    • The end of the fiscal year coincides with our annual audit.
    • Unfortunately, my vacation coincides with the important conference.
  • To correspond exactly or be in agreement:

    • Our opinions on the matter coincide perfectly.
    • The two triangles coincide when placed on top of each other.
Advanced Usage and Nuances
  • Mathematical/Geometric Context: Used to describe points, lines, or figures that occupy the same position in space.
    • In the diagram, point A coincides with point B.
  • Formal Agreement: Often used in formal or academic contexts to describe the alignment of theories, findings, or interests.
    • The researcher's conclusions coincide with the established data.
Variants and Related Words
  • Coincidence (n): A remarkable concurrence of events or circumstances without apparent causal connection.
    • It was a pure coincidence that we met in Paris.
  • Coincident (adj): Occurring or existing at the same time.
    • The coincident timing of the announcements caused confusion.
  • Coincidental (adj): Resulting from a coincidence; happening by chance.
    • Our meeting was entirely coincidental.
Synonyms
  • Concur: To agree or happen at the same time.
  • Correspond: To be similar or equivalent in character, form, or function.
  • Synchronize: To cause to occur or operate at the same time or rate.
  • Match: To correspond or be identical.
Antonyms
  • Differ: To be unlike or dissimilar.
  • Clash: To conflict or be incompatible.
  • Diverge: To separate and go in different directions.
Common Phrases and Collocations
  • Coincide with: This is the standard prepositional phrase used with the verb.
    • The festival coincides with the summer solstice.
  • Fully coincide: To be in complete agreement.
    • Our objectives fully coincide.
coincide

Our schedules coincide perfectly for a lunch meeting.

Verb
  1. be the same
    • our views on this matter coincided
  2. happen simultaneously
    • The two events coincided
  3. go with, fall together