Coincide

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