combine

Related to combine: Combine harvester

combine (something) against (someone or something)

To integrate multiple things, people, or qualities in order to counteract or oppose someone or something else. We have to combine all possible research methods against this disease before it becomes an epidemic. We must combine forces against this dreadful foe!
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combine (something) with (something)

To add or mix two or more things together. Now, we need to combine the meat with the rest of the ingredients in the stew.
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combine forces (with one)

To work together with one. If you two combine forces, you might just win the election after all. I'm sorry, but you're going to have to combine forces with Michael if you want to get this done.
See also: combine, force

join forces (with one)

To work together with one. If you two join forces, you might just win the election after all. I'm sorry, but you're going to have to join forces with Michael if you want to get this done.
See also: force, join
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

combine something against someone or something

to join something together in opposition to someone or something. We will combine forces against the enemy. Our game plan combined our various talents against the opposite team.
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combine something with something

to mix something with something else. I want to combine the red flowers with the pink ones for a bouquet. First, combine the eggs with the sugar.
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McGraw-Hill Dictionary of American Idioms and Phrasal Verbs.

join/combine ˈforces (with somebody)

work together in order to achieve a shared aim: The two firms joined forces to win the contract. OPPOSITE: part company (with/from somebody/something)
See also: combine, force, join
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
See also:
  • combine (something) against (someone or something)
  • combine against
  • integrate
  • integrate (someone) with (something)
  • integrate with
  • sing or praises
  • sing somebody's/something's praises
  • sing someone's praises
  • sing the praises of
  • sing the praises of (someone or something)
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Remove from the heat, add the lime juice, and mix to combine. Season and set aside at room temperature.
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In a medium, shallow pan, combine the vermicelli and half the oil and toss to coat.
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The mixing chamber combines the flux with a carrier gas such as nitrogen or argon.
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