The Most Common Buzzwords · Associate level

"Aligned"

"Aligned" means that two or more people or groups share the same understanding or agree on a course of action.

Say this instead: in agreement

How "Aligned" shows up at work

Used to close a thread rather than open a debate. "We're aligned" is the corporate equivalent of a handshake, conveying confidence that everyone means the same thing. They do not always mean the same thing.

Buzzword

Just wanted to confirm we're aligned on the launch timeline.

Plain English

Just wanted to confirm we're in agreement on the launch timeline.

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