aligning
verb (present participle)UK /əˈlaɪnɪŋ/
US /əˈlaɪnɪŋ/
Making things line up straight or match each other.
She is aligning the picture frames on the wall so they look neat.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Getting people or groups to agree on the same goal or idea.
The two teams are aligning their plans for the school fair.
3. Adjusting parts of a machine so they fit and work together correctly.
The mechanic is aligning the wheels on the car.
4. Supporting or joining a side, group, or cause.
The club is aligning itself with a local charity.