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as in partnership
the state of having shared interests or efforts (as in social or business matters)
a documentary film on the battle that was produced in collaboration with a society of historical reenactors
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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
our collaboration produced a better result than any of us could have achieved alone
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Recent Examples of collaboration
By asking for constructive alternatives and protecting discussion stages, leaders can foster genuine collaboration, ensuring disagreement leads to progress rather than just status-seeking.
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Benjamin Laker, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
The state should help districts use materials that work, strengthen coaching and teacher collaboration, and respond earlier when students are struggling.
—Mercury News Editorial Board, Mercury News, 27 May 2026
But the process requires understanding, perspective-taking and collaboration.
—Lisa Pavia-Higel, The Conversation, 27 May 2026
Raytheon, in collaboration with Northrop Grumman, will continue the development of a new solid rocket motor (SRM) design.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 27 May 2026
Associated Press religion coverage receives support through the AP’s collaboration with The Conversation US, with funding from Lilly Endowment Inc.
—ABC News, 27 May 2026
The film is produced in collaboration with Puerto Rico’s Department of Economic Development and Commerce.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 27 May 2026
Judging by Diesel’s latest collaboration, there’s no successful living without successful loving.
—Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 27 May 2026
Benjamin Laker, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
The state should help districts use materials that work, strengthen coaching and teacher collaboration, and respond earlier when students are struggling.
—Mercury News Editorial Board, Mercury News, 27 May 2026
But the process requires understanding, perspective-taking and collaboration.
—Lisa Pavia-Higel, The Conversation, 27 May 2026
Raytheon, in collaboration with Northrop Grumman, will continue the development of a new solid rocket motor (SRM) design.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 27 May 2026
Associated Press religion coverage receives support through the AP’s collaboration with The Conversation US, with funding from Lilly Endowment Inc.
—ABC News, 27 May 2026
The film is produced in collaboration with Puerto Rico’s Department of Economic Development and Commerce.
—Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 27 May 2026
Judging by Diesel’s latest collaboration, there’s no successful living without successful loving.
—Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 27 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for collaboration
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The stakes are high for Microsoft, which was one of the first tech companies to make a big bet on AI, through a $13 billion partnership with OpenAI, but then lost its early lead as various rivals joined the race.—
Sebastian Herrera,
Fortune,
29 May 2026
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Through partnerships with farmers across the United States, Smyth delivers high quality ingredients, creativity, unique pairings and the flavors of the Midwest.—
Hannah Hudnall,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
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Our work includes health education, screenings, testing and treatment programs, care coordination, maternal health initiatives, disaster response, community health worker programs, and wraparound support services.—
Lisa Deaderick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 May 2026
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The delegation is working in coordination with other countries including Egypt, Turkey and Saudi Arabia, the official said.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
23 May 2026
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Lululemon stock is up over 3% after the cooperation agreement was announced this morning.—
Pamela N. Danziger,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
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However, Iran will manage ship traffic through Hormuz in cooperation with Oman, state television said.—
Spencer Kimball,
CNBC,
27 May 2026
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Price is still working on coming to terms with the complexity of their relationship and says one of the hardest lessons was accepting that closure does not always come in the form people hope for.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
24 May 2026
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Many people, especially women, spend a painful amount of time worrying about attraction in their relationships.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2026
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The LPs also commenced his empathetic association with bassist Bob Cranshaw, who appeared on Rollins’ albums for the next half-century.—
Chris Morris,
Variety,
26 May 2026
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The strongest association appeared in breast cancer.—
Victoria Forster,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2026
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Loyalty program affiliation Hilton Honors Features All Tru by Hilton locations are pet friendly and feature a free, hot breakfast.—
Liz Knueven,
CNBC,
25 May 2026
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Of course, Hill's views of employees X and Y would likely depend entirely on their skin colors and political affiliations.—
Bobby Burack OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
24 May 2026
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Four people have been arrested and charged in connection with a utility wire theft that caused $50,000 in damage and knocked out telecom services for 10,000 customers in Fremont, police said.—
Jason Green,
Mercury News,
29 May 2026
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The couples and connections that formed also became beloved by viewers, especially for the reunion of Serena Page and Kordell Beckham, who ultimately won that season.—
Carolyn Burt,
Oc Register,
29 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Collaboration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/collaboration. Accessed 30 May. 2026.
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