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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Inclusion in physical education and FACS classes will help break down stigmas surrounding disabilities and promote empathy and understanding, teamwork and cooperation.
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Dr. Michael Thomas, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
To succeed, practically any organization needs accountability, teamwork, smart decision-making and, yes, an occasional stroke of luck.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 6 Feb. 2025
Humble leaders are celebrated for fostering teamwork, building trust, and enhancing employee well-being.
—Xiaoshuang Lin, Harvard Business Review, 29 Jan. 2025
Cecil explains that the team assignments are intentional, pairing people who’ve had past issues in hopes of fostering reconciliation through teamwork.
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Dr. Michael Thomas, Twin Cities, 7 Feb. 2025
To succeed, practically any organization needs accountability, teamwork, smart decision-making and, yes, an occasional stroke of luck.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 6 Feb. 2025
Humble leaders are celebrated for fostering teamwork, building trust, and enhancing employee well-being.
—Xiaoshuang Lin, Harvard Business Review, 29 Jan. 2025
Cecil explains that the team assignments are intentional, pairing people who’ve had past issues in hopes of fostering reconciliation through teamwork.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 27 Jan. 2025
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 16 Feb. 2025.
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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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