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Core relationship
Together with another factor, method, or action as part of a combined process.
Example
Researchers used interviews in conjunction with satellite imagery.
in conjunction with
/ɪn kənˈdʒʌŋkʃən wɪð/ · in kun-JUNK-shun withcombination phrase
Together with another factor, method, or action as part of a combined process.
Use in conjunction with to express this relationship precisely: together with another factor, method, or action as part of a combined process.
What in conjunction with Really Means
The word becomes easier to use when its closely related senses are separated and compared.
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Noun-phrase frame
Use this expression in its normal grammatical frame so the relationship between the surrounding ideas remains explicit.
Example
The drug is effective when used in conjunction with dietary changes.
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Analytical use
It tells the reader how to interpret the timing, scope, evidence, contrast, condition, or consequence in the statement.
Example
Local knowledge, in conjunction with rainfall records, improved the forecast.
Use in conjunction with Naturally
Notice how the surrounding noun or clause reveals the exact shade of meaning.
Researchers used interviews in conjunction with satellite imagery.
The drug is effective when used in conjunction with dietary changes.
Local knowledge, in conjunction with rainfall records, improved the forecast.
Precision Matters
In conjunction with overlaps with several common words, but each carries a different emphasis.
in conjunction with
vs.Means together with another factor, method, or action as part of a combined process.
in addition to
Means add a person, thing, or consideration to one already mentioned.
in conjunction with
vs.Means together with another factor, method, or action as part of a combined process.
contribute to
Means help cause, support, or advance an outcome without necessarily being its sole cause.
in conjunction with
vs.Means together with another factor, method, or action as part of a combined process.
collaboration
Means the act of working jointly with other people or groups.
in conjunction with
vs.Means together with another factor, method, or action as part of a combined process.
consistent with
Means in agreement or harmony with; not contradicted by.
Test in conjunction with in Context
The two sources were used together as parts of one method.
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The team analysed tree rings ___ written harvest records to reconstruct past droughts.