band (together)

verb

Definition of band (together)next
1
as in to cooperate
to participate or assist in a joint effort to accomplish an end we're banding together to oppose the construction of one of those big-box stores in our town

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2
as in to unite
to form or enter into an association that furthers the interests of its members small farmers banded together to oppose the interests of the agricultural giants

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for band (together)
  1. cooperate
  2. unite
  3. collaborate
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  • According to Greenfield police, all drivers remained on the scene and are cooperating with the investigation.
    Adrienne Davis, Journal Sentinel, 4 Nov. 2024
  • The first was a plea deal from a former officer who was not at the raid and became a cooperating witness in another case.
    Dylan Lovan, The Christian Science Monitor, 4 Nov. 2024
Definition of cooperate
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  • Despite a lack of funding for even basic educational necessities, and school district leaders who only care about the barest minimum standards, these educators are united by their drive to surpass expectations and encourage their students to do the same.
    Jennifer M. Wood, WIRED, 5 Nov. 2024
  • While there will be time enough to debate our continuing differences, now is the time to recognize that that which unites us is greater than that which divides us.
    Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of unite
Verb
  • Instead of focusing on what could divide North Korea from China, the United States should collaborate with the Chinese government to rein in North Korea’s volatile behavior.
    Sungmin Cho, Foreign Affairs, 12 Nov. 2024
  • Chua’s priorities include strengthening the city’s fire and police department and collaborating with community members and developers to make more affordable housing.
    Stephanie Lam, The Mercury News, 7 Nov. 2024
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“Band (together).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/band%20%28together%29. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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