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as in partnership
the state of having shared interests or efforts (as in social or business matters)
a series of televised announcements made in cooperation with the tobacco companies warning teenagers about the hazards of smoking
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as in coordination
the work and activity of a number of persons who individually contribute toward the efficiency of the whole
everyone's cooperation will make the project go much faster
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Recent Examples of cooperation
Golden Triangle administers the scholarships in cooperation with Mount Dora Community Trust.
Award considerations include scholastic ability, responsibility toward education, financial need and includes a special emphasis on community service.
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Orlando Sentinel Staff, Orlando Sentinel, 13 Feb. 2025
The Egyptian proposal for reconstruction will reportedly be carried out in cooperation among Arab countries, the European Union and the United Nations.
—Caitlin McFall, Fox News, 12 Feb. 2025
Beijing will have little incentive to engage in substantial cooperation with Washington for now, said Zhao, noting that its officials would, however, wait and see what benefits could be gained from any potential, broader deal-making with Trump.
—Simone McCarthy, CNN, 12 Feb. 2025
By prioritizing dialogue and cooperation over confrontation, the U.S. can protect its economic interests while fostering a more inclusive and prosperous society.
—John Wang, New York Daily News, 2 Feb. 2025
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Orlando Sentinel Staff, Orlando Sentinel, 13 Feb. 2025
The Egyptian proposal for reconstruction will reportedly be carried out in cooperation among Arab countries, the European Union and the United Nations.
—Caitlin McFall, Fox News, 12 Feb. 2025
Beijing will have little incentive to engage in substantial cooperation with Washington for now, said Zhao, noting that its officials would, however, wait and see what benefits could be gained from any potential, broader deal-making with Trump.
—Simone McCarthy, CNN, 12 Feb. 2025
By prioritizing dialogue and cooperation over confrontation, the U.S. can protect its economic interests while fostering a more inclusive and prosperous society.
—John Wang, New York Daily News, 2 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cooperation
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Among a few standouts are 35-year-old Brittany, a funny and vivacious partnership executive who does not get nearly enough screen time, and Joey, a goofy 35-year-old physician associate with the Platonic Ideal of a Minnesota accent.—
Kristen Baldwin,
EW.com,
14 Feb. 2025
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In 2024, the film commission offered over 150 training and development programs in partnership with top talents regionally and internationally.—
Partner Content,
Variety,
14 Feb. 2025
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Congo’s military, despite its size and funding, has long been hindered by shortcomings in training and coordination and recurring reports of corruption.—
Justin Kabumba,
Los Angeles Times,
15 Feb. 2025
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Clients can rest assured, as the company facilitates coordination with global shipping partners, handling customs, port logistics, and in-land transportation.—
William Mullane,
USA TODAY,
14 Feb. 2025
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One of the dogs had attacked before The condo association where the Withers lived filed a civil lawsuit in April to force the removal of the dogs.—
Laura A. Bischoff,
USA TODAY,
19 Feb. 2025
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The correspondents association said the case had been referred to police in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro.—
David Matthews,
New York Daily News,
19 Feb. 2025
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While the doctors found nothing alarming, disturbing allegations about Payne’s relationship with Henry began to emerge on TikTok around that time.—
Gil Kaufman,
Billboard,
11 Feb. 2025
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There has been a lot more representation of older women and younger men relationships in the media lately, like Babygirl, but culture hasn’t quite shifted yet.—
Cindy Gallop,
Flow Space,
11 Feb. 2025
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President Trump's early approval ratings show he's settled into office in a better spot than in 2017 — but Americans remain starkly divided based on partisan affiliations.—
Avery Lotz,
Axios,
9 Feb. 2025
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There is also campaigning by other candidates on political party affiliation.—
Aurora Beacon-News,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Feb. 2025
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“Cooperation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cooperation. Accessed 23 Feb. 2025.
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