
Coincide
Simultaneous Events
Use 'coincide' to emphasize events happening at exactly the same moment.
The two festivals coincide this year, creating a huge celebration.
Planned Timing
'Coincide' often implies purposeful arrangement so events align.
The meeting was scheduled to coincide with the CEO's visit.
Implicit Surprise
Sometimes 'coincide' suggests an unexpected alignment of events.
It's a coincidence that our holidays coincide; we didn't plan it!
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