Meaning & use
used in conjunction
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Meaning
phrasefixed phraseformal
used together with something else, especially to achieve a particular effect or result
Grammar: Often followed by 'with': used in conjunction with something.
Patterns
- used in conjunction with something
The drug is used in conjunction with a healthy diet and regular exercise.
These sensors are used in conjunction with a smartphone app to track air quality.
The new software is designed to be used in conjunction with the existing system.
Common combinations
- used in conjunction with
- The vaccine is used in conjunction with other preventive measures.
- be used in conjunction
- These two methods are often used in conjunction.
- work in conjunction with
- The police worked in conjunction with local authorities.
Synonyms and how they differ
- together with
- More general and less formal; it simply means 'along with', without the idea of a combined effect.
- in combination with
- Very close in meaning, but often suggests a mixture or blend rather than a joint action.
- alongside
- Suggests side-by-side use, but does not always imply working together toward a goal.
Opposites
Commonly confused: used in conjunction or in conjunction with?
used in conjunction vs in conjunction with
This is the full phrase; 'used in conjunction' is a shortened form that still needs 'with' to complete the meaning.
Practice
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'In conjunction with' is the fixed phrase. The other prepositions do not fit this pattern.
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