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as in associate
a person frequently seen in the company of another
if you're trying to give up drinking, your cohorts shouldn't be confirmed party animals
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as in accomplice
one associated with another in wrongdoing
she and her cohorts were arrested for shoplifting
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Recent Examples of cohort
Millennials also had more cumulative earnings than older generations, when comparing the cohorts at similar ages.
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Daniel De Visé, USA TODAY, 27 Feb. 2025
As part of the six-month program, the cohort will participate in seminars, studio visits, a research trip, an intensive three-day workshop, and a mentorship program.
—Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 25 Feb. 2025
That cohort includes Edith Robinson who was part of the same Montana trail crew as Porter until both recently were terminated.
—Zac Anderson, USA TODAY, 21 Feb. 2025
Granger had important observations about the unusual cohort whose experiences were shaped by the pandemic.
—Dr. Marlena Corcoran, Forbes, 20 Feb. 2025
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Daniel De Visé, USA TODAY, 27 Feb. 2025
As part of the six-month program, the cohort will participate in seminars, studio visits, a research trip, an intensive three-day workshop, and a mentorship program.
—Maximilíano Durón, ARTnews.com, 25 Feb. 2025
That cohort includes Edith Robinson who was part of the same Montana trail crew as Porter until both recently were terminated.
—Zac Anderson, USA TODAY, 21 Feb. 2025
Granger had important observations about the unusual cohort whose experiences were shaped by the pandemic.
—Dr. Marlena Corcoran, Forbes, 20 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cohort
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Chaos ensues when Vincent’s disowned son Rocco, his girlfriend Marina and Vincent’s ex-wife Ruth abruptly show up to spoil the festivities with an ominous warning: Vincent’s former associate and famed gangster Leftie, and his new sidekick Lonnie, are coming for them.—
Jill Goldsmith,
Deadline,
28 Feb. 2025
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In the Netflix series Zero Day, Roger Carlson (played by Jesse Plemons) is a key figure in the tech world and a close associate of De Niro's George Mullen.—
Ally Neagen,
Glamour,
27 Feb. 2025
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Did the driver have accomplices? Police later identified the driver as Shamsud-Din Jabbar.—
Chris Boyette,
CNN,
2 Mar. 2025
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The attackers, one of whom stole $300 from the victim after his accomplice slashed him, fled the scene and are being sought.—
Rocco Parascandola,
New York Daily News,
27 Feb. 2025
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Suddenly, the people around them—friends, family, even colleagues—start reacting with frustration, guilt-tripping or outright resistance.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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Shultz and her colleagues were in the process of developing these methods well before January’s fires broke out.—
Corinne Purtill,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Mar. 2025
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One study found that, compared with their dating peers, students who dated very infrequently or not at all over a seven-year period were seen by their teachers as having better leadership and social skills, and reported fewer symptoms of depression.—
Faith Hill,
The Atlantic,
10 Mar. 2025
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Historically, Black teens were thought to be more insulated from suicide risk than their white peers.—
Katia Riddle,
NPR,
10 Mar. 2025
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The tournament was televised by then, probably earlier, but a fellow would bet the ratings went through the roof.—
Joe Soucheray,
Twin Cities,
10 Mar. 2025
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Many of these fellows go on to serve local, state and federal positions that are specifically geared toward creating diagnostic tests for diseases, controlling outbreaks and communicating effective preventive measures so all Americans can stay healthy.—
Omer Awan,
Forbes,
10 Mar. 2025
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Later, one of their friends came to the house and discovered the body of one of the victims, Xana Kernodle.—
Mike Baker,
New York Times,
7 Mar. 2025
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Even your grimy London suburb feels unsettling, but then again, it’s plagued by spooky goings-on: disappearances, violence, and wayward theories (specifically from your friend Marty) that there’s a demonic element to it all.—
Matt Gardner,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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Carolina Hurricanes Obviously not, because: One step ahead of you, buddy.—
Sean McIndoe,
The Athletic,
26 Feb. 2025
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Trachtenberg plays Jenny, one-half of a set of twins who, along with some boisterous male buddies, sets off on a summer tour of Europe.—
Stephanie Zacharek,
TIME,
26 Feb. 2025
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Lars told a story of making a prom dress for a classmate in high school that ignited his passion for design.—
Layla Ilchi,
WWD,
27 Feb. 2025
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Reach out to former colleagues, classmates, and acquaintances who have relevant skills and experience.—
Abdo Riani,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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“Cohort.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cohort. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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