C1verb 10K+

Coincide

UK //ˈkəʊɪnsaɪd// US //ˈkoʊɪnsaɪd// Pronunciation

Definition

To occur at the same time or in the same place.

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In simple words: To happen at the same time or place.

Examples

• The two events will coincide next week, making it hard to attend both.
• Their birthdays coincide, so they decided to celebrate together.
• In this study, the results coincide with previous research.
• The festival will coincide with the local fair, attracting more visitors.
• It's interesting how her visit will coincide with the important meeting.

Usage notes

Commonly used in formal contexts, such as academic writing. Avoid in casual conversation unless discussing events specifically.

Grammar pattern

coincide + with + noun

Memory hint

Think of 'coin' in 'coincide' as two coins landing on the same side.

Collocations

• coincide with events
• coincide in time
• coincide exactly

Synonyms

• concur
• coexist
• co-occur
• parallel
• match

Antonyms

• diverge
• differ

Common mistakes

• Used incorrectly with 'to' instead of 'with'.
• Confused with 'coexist' which has a different meaning.
• Misused in contexts not involving timing or location.