1
as in message
a piece of conveyed information
the latest communication from the crew of the space station
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as in contact
the state or fact of being able to exchange information regarding one's current situation
we haven't been in communication with him since he left for the Alaskan wilderness
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Recent Examples of communication
O'Connor said for someone who is chronically stressed, there can be a breakdown of communication in parts of the brain, and that can ultimately lead to a narrowing in the cardiovascular system.
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Cindy Hsu, CBS News, 28 May 2026
Ayoud attended Virginia Commonwealth University and studied fashion merchandising along with mass communications.
—Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 28 May 2026
In response to the Palisades and Eaton fires, Horvath said the county is modernizing the communication system used by first responders.
—Steve Scauzillo, Daily News, 28 May 2026
Dory Sign, however, is a reminder of how technology can improve something as simple as a sign without overshadowing the product’s most basic purpose, which in this case is effective and delightful communication.
—ArsTechnica, 18 May 2026
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Cindy Hsu, CBS News, 28 May 2026
Ayoud attended Virginia Commonwealth University and studied fashion merchandising along with mass communications.
—Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 28 May 2026
In response to the Palisades and Eaton fires, Horvath said the county is modernizing the communication system used by first responders.
—Steve Scauzillo, Daily News, 28 May 2026
Dory Sign, however, is a reminder of how technology can improve something as simple as a sign without overshadowing the product’s most basic purpose, which in this case is effective and delightful communication.
—ArsTechnica, 18 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for communication
Noun
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But the message conveyed by a lot of writing on the subject is that learning on your own is distinctly inferior, distinctly secondary.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
26 May 2026
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The beloved star ended her message on an uplifting note.—
Angelique Brenes,
PEOPLE,
26 May 2026
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While Hernández found contact on each of his at-bats, the rest of the team sputtered through six innings.—
Liana Handler,
Los Angeles Times,
26 May 2026
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During that time, the dog reportedly moved around in the rear seat area and came into contact with a shotgun stored in the vehicle.—
Bonny Chu,
FOXNews.com,
26 May 2026
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Idaho State Police dispatch also received one traffic hazard call at westbound mile marker 39 describing confusion about the lanes and a near-collision among three cars, according to dispatch notes provided by Snell.—
Rose Evans
Updated May 28,
Idaho Statesman,
28 May 2026
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The team is not allowed to go to the next box until the registrar’s dispatch team reviews the photos and gives the go-ahead.—
Kaitlyn Schallhorn,
Oc Register,
28 May 2026
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The puff sleeves add a romantic touch to this otherwise simple and very comfortable dress.—
Kaelin Dodge,
InStyle,
29 May 2026
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There are the little touches, too, like the gourmet on course food (order from your cart or at the 9th) or the delicious in-house popsicles you are greeted with at each round’s end.—
Moira McCarthy,
Boston Herald,
28 May 2026
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“Communication.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/communication. Accessed 30 May. 2026.
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