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as in partnership
the state of having shared interests or efforts (as in social or business matters)
a series of televised announcements made in cooperation with the tobacco companies warning teenagers about the hazards of smoking
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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
everyone's cooperation will make the project go much faster
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Recent Examples of cooperation
Community cooperation is critical right now.
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Carlos E. Castañeda, CBS News, 26 May 2026
The state should define the roles and encourage better cooperation between different levels of government.
—Mercury News & East Bay Times Editorial Boards, Mercury News, 26 May 2026
Del Valle also called for a suspension of the June 2000 agreement, which created a framework for cooperation, including a clause requiring respect for human rights.
—Miranda Jeyaretnam, Time, 25 May 2026
The four nations make up the Quad group, a key strategic partnership for cooperation on maritime security, supply chains and regional strategy as China expands its military and economic influence in the Indo-Pacific.
—ABC News, 25 May 2026
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Carlos E. Castañeda, CBS News, 26 May 2026
The state should define the roles and encourage better cooperation between different levels of government.
—Mercury News & East Bay Times Editorial Boards, Mercury News, 26 May 2026
Del Valle also called for a suspension of the June 2000 agreement, which created a framework for cooperation, including a clause requiring respect for human rights.
—Miranda Jeyaretnam, Time, 25 May 2026
The four nations make up the Quad group, a key strategic partnership for cooperation on maritime security, supply chains and regional strategy as China expands its military and economic influence in the Indo-Pacific.
—ABC News, 25 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cooperation
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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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By asking for constructive alternatives and protecting discussion stages, leaders can foster genuine collaboration, ensuring disagreement leads to progress rather than just status-seeking.—
Benjamin Laker,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
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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
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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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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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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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“Cooperation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cooperation. Accessed 30 May. 2026.
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