connect rails; integrate with
Meanings
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to connect railway tracks
technicalLiteral usage in railway construction and maintenance, referring to the physical joining of separate sections of track.
The newly built railway has been fully connected and laid throughout the entire line.
The workers are currently performing track-connection operations in the tunnel.
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This light rail section has finally been connected to the main subway line.
verb
to integrate with; to connect with; to be in line with
formalMetaphorical extension describing the alignment or connection between different systems, standards, or practices. Commonly used in economic, educational, and technical contexts to indicate conformity with international norms.
China is striving to integrate with the international economy.
Our teaching system needs to be brought into line with world-class universities.
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This enterprise has already aligned with international standards.
His way of thinking is in step with the times.