Parallel:

Adjective:

1. Extending in the same direction and always the same distance apart: Two or more lines or surfaces that never meet.
2. Occurring or existing at the same time or in a similar way: Events or developments that happen simultaneously or share similarities.

Noun:

1. A person or thing that is similar or analogous to another: Something that is comparable in some way to another thing.
2. Each of the imaginary lines around the earth parallel to the equator: Used in geography to indicate latitude.

Verb:

1. To be side by side with (something extending in the same direction): To align or run in a parallel direction.

Prepositions Used with “Parallel”:

• Parallel to (e.g., The road runs parallel to the river.)
• In parallel with (e.g., The projects will be carried out in parallel with each other.)

Collocations:

• Parallel lines
• Parallel universe
• Draw a parallel
• Run parallel
• Parallel processing
• In parallel
• Parallel structure
• Parallel worlds
• Parallel lives
• Parallel bars (gymnastics)

Example Sentences:

1. The two roads run parallel to each other.
2. She drew a parallel between the two historical events.
3. The parallel lines on the graph indicate a steady trend.
4. The river flows parallel to the railway track.
5. They are working on parallel projects in different locations.
6. The concept of a parallel universe is fascinating.
7. In parallel with his studies, he also works part-time.
8. The novel explores parallel lives in different time periods.
9. The architect designed the buildings with parallel lines.
10. They discussed the parallels between modern and ancient societies.
11. The computer uses parallel processing to increase speed.
12. He drew a parallel between the two scientific theories.
13. The two roads are almost parallel but eventually diverge.
14. She found parallels between her own experiences and the book.
15. The lines on the map represent parallel latitudes.
16. The gymnasts practiced on the parallel bars.
17. Their development runs parallel with technological advancements.
18. The teacher explained the concept of parallel structure in sentences.
19. The two companies are developing similar technologies in parallel.
20. The scientist noted the parallel evolution of different species.
21. The artist painted parallel strokes on the canvas.
22. The train tracks run parallel for miles.
23. There are striking parallels between the two cases.
24. The data showed parallel trends in different regions.
25. The experiment will run parallel with other studies.
26. The book draws a parallel between the protagonist and historical figures.
27. The students worked on parallel tasks during the workshop.
28. The research follows a parallel approach to previous studies.
29. The engineer designed the machine with parallel components.
30. They walked along the path parallel to the beach.
31. The two cities developed in parallel over the centuries.
32. The lawyer drew a parallel between the current law and past legislation.
33. The storylines in the movie run parallel but eventually converge.
34. The two streams flow parallel before joining downstream.
35. The lines on the highway are painted in parallel rows.
36. He found parallels between his life and the character in the film.
37. The team is conducting parallel investigations to solve the case.
38. The company is running parallel promotions in different markets.
39. The professor explained the concept of parallel circuits in physics.
40. The dancers moved in parallel formations across the stage.
41. The two teams are working in parallel to meet the deadline.
42. The lines in the design are perfectly parallel.
43. The documentary highlights the parallels between the two cultures.
44. The artist’s work often features parallel themes.
45. The runners stayed in parallel lanes during the race.
46. The new policy will be implemented in parallel with existing regulations.
47. The historian noted the parallel developments in different countries.
48. The parallel algorithms significantly improve computing efficiency.
49. The two rivers run parallel for several kilometers.
50. The novel’s parallel plots keep the readers engaged.