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dovetail

verb

Definition: to fit together or to cause to fit together nicely or synergistically

Synonyms: agree, correspond, fit, harmonize

Antonyms: split, separate, differ

Tips: Dovetail is often used in business discussions as a more sophisticated way of saying "fit together" or "come together in a harmonious or synergistic manner."

Usage Examples:

Our schedules dovetailed nicely at the conference, and we were able to meet for dinner. (came together, fit)

This should work out quite well, as their findings dovetail nicely with ours. (fit, come together)

We are trying to dovetail our plans with those of our new partner as much as possible (fit, harmonize)

My experience as a CPA dovetailed nicely with my job as a financial analyst. (fit, harmonized)


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