teamwork
noun
team·work
ˈtēm-ˌwərk 
: work done by a group acting together so that each member does a part that contributes to the efficiency of the whole
the crew's smoothly coordinated teamwork
Examples of teamwork in a Sentence
They credit good teamwork for their success.
it takes teamwork to pull off a successful fund-raiser
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Developing processes and activities that foster connection between colleagues such as all-staff meetings, team communication channels, division retreats or even fun activities like trivia contests, can help bring people together and encourage teamwork and collaboration as your organization grows.
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Howard Schiffer, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
His remit does not extend to the fragrance and cosmetics, or jewelry and watches divisions, which have different business models, said Pavlovsky, who emphasized that teamwork was key to Chanel’s continued success.
—WWD, 12 Dec. 2024
Through its Mind over Music program, Phoenix Symphony musicians work with teachers to help students learn key academic concepts, critical thinking, problem-solving and teamwork through music.
—Shelby Slade, The Arizona Republic, 11 Dec. 2024
Successful passing of this stage then brings you to the group exercise round—a daunting stage where recruiters look for your teamwork abilities.
—Niccolo Serratt, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Dec. 2024
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Howard Schiffer, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
His remit does not extend to the fragrance and cosmetics, or jewelry and watches divisions, which have different business models, said Pavlovsky, who emphasized that teamwork was key to Chanel’s continued success.
—WWD, 12 Dec. 2024
Through its Mind over Music program, Phoenix Symphony musicians work with teachers to help students learn key academic concepts, critical thinking, problem-solving and teamwork through music.
—Shelby Slade, The Arizona Republic, 11 Dec. 2024
Successful passing of this stage then brings you to the group exercise round—a daunting stage where recruiters look for your teamwork abilities.
—Niccolo Serratt, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for teamwork
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“Teamwork.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/teamwork. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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teamwork
noun
team·work
ˈtēm-ˌwərk
: the work or activity of a number of persons acting together as a team
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