1
as in partnership
the state of having shared interests or efforts (as in social or business matters)
the public television station is producing the series in association with a foundation for the arts
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2
as in organization
a group of persons formally joined together for some common interest
all associations meeting on town property must be registered with and approved by the registrar's office
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as in relationship
the fact or state of having something in common
what's the association between cat hair and my allergic reaction to certain proteins?
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Recent Examples of association
The correspondents association said the case had been referred to police in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro.
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David Matthews, New York Daily News, 19 Feb. 2025
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
As for some of the grander ideas that Mr. Trump has expressed, such as weaning Russia away from its deepening association with China, Russian analysts are skeptical.
—Fred Weir, The Christian Science Monitor, 18 Feb. 2025
Anyone seeking the Senate's consent to serve in the incoming administration would do well to steer clear of even the appearance of association with such efforts.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 13 Feb. 2025
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David Matthews, New York Daily News, 19 Feb. 2025
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
As for some of the grander ideas that Mr. Trump has expressed, such as weaning Russia away from its deepening association with China, Russian analysts are skeptical.
—Fred Weir, The Christian Science Monitor, 18 Feb. 2025
Anyone seeking the Senate's consent to serve in the incoming administration would do well to steer clear of even the appearance of association with such efforts.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 13 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for association
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Wu backs the plan for the city to contribute about $100 million to the project in partnership with Boston Unity Soccer Partners, the investment group behind the new pro team.—
Mike Deehan,
Axios,
26 Feb. 2025
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The partnership with Todd Snyder and the NHL builds on a similar series of products launched with the designer and the NFL that debuted in December and include $1,500 cashmere varsity jackets.—
Eben Novy-Williams,
Sportico.com,
26 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Improving these areas is a cost- and time-efficient strategy that increases overall workflow and efficiency in the organization.—
Kody Boye,
USA TODAY,
28 Feb. 2025
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The speed of funding is especially critical to SMBs, who generally lack the organization and human resources to anticipate needs into the more distant future.—
Rohit Arora,
Forbes,
28 Feb. 2025
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The professional golf player and the former cheerleader kept their relationship private at first, but Bogdanski has since cheered him on through many tournaments.—
Jordana Comiter,
People.com,
25 Feb. 2025
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Leaders who embrace storytelling and transparency build stronger relationships and foster trust.—
Brent Gleeson,
Forbes,
25 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Bankers bristle over regulations Community bankers, who represent smaller and more localized institutions, have been complaining about excessive regulations for years.—
Russ Wiles,
USA TODAY,
24 Feb. 2025
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The list encompasses research in all 50 states, including 257 grants totaling more than $150 million to institutions in Cruz’s home state of Texas.—
Elizabeth Rayne,
Ars Technica,
23 Feb. 2025
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The road turned to dirt, growing steeper, narrower and more perilous with each turn, but the avid outdoorsman felt a sense of kinship with the looming remoteness.—
Laura Ness,
The Mercury News,
16 Feb. 2025
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Osborn, like millions of others, including 300,000 independents in Nebraska, does not feel kinship with either camp, but his populist sentiments are not as extreme as those of Steve Bannon, Trump’s former advisor who blames tech oligarchs for destroying America.—
Jeffrey Fleishman,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Feb. 2025
Noun
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One of the viral posts X featuring the video was briefly labeled as misleading by the platform’s community notes, with an accompanying warning that Drake has an affiliation with the gambling service displayed in the clip.—
Dimitar 'Mix' Mihov,
Forbes,
19 Feb. 2025
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Zachary Price does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.—
Zachary Price,
The Conversation,
14 Feb. 2025
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Musk seized on a tweet that said the institute received USAID funding, a target of Musk and his Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).—
Jibin Joseph,
PCMAG,
21 Feb. 2025
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The practical effect of the cap is to rob universities and research institutes of money crucial to everything from keeping laboratory lights on to maintaining sophisticated microscopes to patient safety.—
Orlando Sentinel and South Florida Sun Sentinel Editorial Boards,
Orlando Sentinel,
20 Feb. 2025
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While some couples might be able to pull strings from a personal friend of the artist, entertainment groups can help liaise connections even further.—
Shelby Wax,
Vogue,
26 Feb. 2025
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And remember: The goal is to foster connection, not to shock or overwhelm nor underwhelm and be invisible. Authenticity In Leaders: Creating A Culture Of Trust And Innovation For leaders, the rules for bringing your whole self to work differ slightly.—
Anna Jankowska,
Forbes,
26 Feb. 2025
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“Association.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/association. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.
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