aline

USAGE SUMMARY

'aline' is not a real word in English.
It is sometimes used as a misspelling of the word "align," which means to arrange something in a straight line or to adjust two or more things to fit together. Example sentence: We need to aline the components of the engine to ensure it runs properly.

⚠ May contain grammatical issues

News & Media

Encyclopedias

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

60 human-written examples

Aline Terry (U.S).

Encyclopedia Britannica

In 1889 Rubinstein published an autobiography, translated by Aline Delano as Autobiography of Anton Rubinstein (1890; reprinted 1988).

Encyclopedia Britannica

His financial situation was appreciably improved; he was married in 1890 to Aline Charigot (some sources give the year as 1881), and the exposition that was organized for him in 1892 by the dealer Paul Durand-Ruel was a great success.

Encyclopedia Britannica

Mistaken for somebody else, the duo's date takes an entirely new turn in the script by Simon Kinberg and Aline McKenna.

Independent

Close has been hired as an executive producer on Cruella, which will be penned by Aline Brosh McKenna, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

Independent

Brazil Andreia; Maurine (Daiane, 46), Erika, Renata, Bruna (Aline, 46); Thais Guedes, Ester (Grazielle, 72), Cristiane; Marta, Rosana, Francielle.

Independent

Cinderella has been in development for two years, with screenplay drafts completed by Twilight: New Moon's Chris Weitz and The Devil Wears Prada's Aline Brosh McKenna.

Independent

In addition to being written by a woman (Aline Brosh McKenna, who adapted Lauren Weisberger's novel), the film was brought to the screen by a team of mostly female producers and supervised by a female exec.

Independent

Aline Brosh McKenna, who also adapted The Devil Wears Prada, has discarded much of Pearson's plot, leaving behind a string of observations about how hilarious it is to go to work with baby food on your suit, interspersed with endless hand-wringing from Parker; if her complicated life really makes her feel so guilty, the question isn't how she does it, but why.

Independent

For a year, she had been a nanny for Hannibal's children, and was now healing from fourth-degree burns inflicted by Hannibal's wife, Aline, a Lebanese former model.

The New Yorker

When Aline allowed Shweyga back inside, she went to the kitchen, thirsty after her ordeal, and drank some juice.

The New Yorker

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

When you intend to convey the meaning of adjusting or arranging something in a line, be sure to use the term "align" correctly.

Common error

Don't assume that "aline" is a valid alternative to "align". It is primarily used as a proper noun, so using it as a verb will be grammatically incorrect.

Linguistic Context

The term "aline" primarily functions as a proper noun, often a given name. While it appears in various texts, using it as a verb or adverb is grammatically incorrect as noted by Ludwig AI. When the intention is to describe the action of adjusting or arranging, the correct term is "align".

Expression frequency: Very common

Frequent in

News & Media

50%

Encyclopedias

25%

Science

25%

Less common in

Formal & Business

0%

Social Media

0%

Reference

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Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, while the term "aline" appears frequently, especially as a proper noun, it's crucial to recognize it as a common misspelling of "align" when referring to the act of arranging or adjusting something. As Ludwig AI points out, using "aline" as a verb is grammatically incorrect. To avoid confusion, always double-check your spelling and consider context-appropriate alternatives like "line up", "adjust", or "coordinate". Reliable sources such as The New Yorker and Encyclopedia Britannica demonstrate the prevalence of "aline" as a name, but highlight the need for correct spelling in formal writing.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

align

This corrects the misspelling of "aline" to the correct verb form, meaning to bring into line or agreement.

bring into line

This emphasizes the act of forcing something or someone to conform to a particular standard or position.

fall into line

This suggests willingly conforming or adhering to a particular standard or group.

line up

This alternative suggests arranging items or people in a straight line.

arrange

This indicates organizing items or people in a specific order or alignment.

adjust

This implies making small changes to achieve a desired alignment or position.

coordinate

This suggests working together to achieve a harmonious alignment or arrangement.

attune

This suggests bringing into harmony or agreement, often used in the context of emotions or senses.

conform

This implies adhering to a standard or norm, aligning oneself with a group or set of rules.

harmonize

This implies creating a state of agreement or balance, often used in the context of music or relationships.

FAQs

What does "align" mean and when should I use it instead of "aline"?

"Align" means to bring into a straight line or to adjust to a common standard. Use "align" when you want to describe the act of arranging or adjusting something.

Is "aline" ever correct in a sentence?

Yes, but usually as a proper noun, such as a name. However, if you intend to use it as a verb meaning "to bring into line", the correct spelling is "align".

What can I say instead of trying to "aline" something?

Depending on the context, you could use phrases like "line up", "adjust", or "coordinate" to express similar ideas.

How do I avoid misspelling "align"?

Pay close attention to the spelling and use a spell checker. Remembering that it shares a root with "line" might also help you recall the correct spelling of "align".