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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
The two countries agreed to deepen cooperation on supply chains for energy, critical minerals and other resources.
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ABC News, 1 Apr. 2026
In this case, lawmakers turned an E-Verify bill on immigration into a measure that requires law enforcement to apply for a 287(g) cooperation agreement with Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
—Idaho Statesman, 1 Apr. 2026
In both cases, Congress was unable to secure their cooperation or testimony.
—Jack Royston, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
There is no strict definition for sanctuary policies or sanctuary cities, but the terms generally describe limited local cooperation with Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
—Colleen Slevin, Los Angeles Times, 31 Mar. 2026
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ABC News, 1 Apr. 2026
In this case, lawmakers turned an E-Verify bill on immigration into a measure that requires law enforcement to apply for a 287(g) cooperation agreement with Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
—Idaho Statesman, 1 Apr. 2026
In both cases, Congress was unable to secure their cooperation or testimony.
—Jack Royston, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026
There is no strict definition for sanctuary policies or sanctuary cities, but the terms generally describe limited local cooperation with Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
—Colleen Slevin, Los Angeles Times, 31 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cooperation
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If the partnership reaches certain benchmarks, Uber will purchase 40,000 more Rivian vehicles in 2030.—
Michael Butler,
Miami Herald,
28 Mar. 2026
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Megan Thee Stallion ‘Was Gonna Eat This Anyway’ Megan Thee Stallion, who was publicly spotted combining Flamin’ Hot Cheetos with actual pickles before the partnership ever came together, is a genuine fan of the product (and flavor).—
Ryan Brennan,
Charlotte Observer,
27 Mar. 2026
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Flexible loads, intelligent storage, and advanced demand coordination should be treated as capacity resources in grid planning, with regulatory frameworks updated accordingly.—
Brian Barlow,
Fortune,
28 Mar. 2026
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The process of identifying and repatriating archaeological remains can be complex, requiring coordination between forensic experts and potentially international authorities.—
Ryan Brennan,
Kansas City Star,
27 Mar. 2026
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The recent visit builds on a collaboration with Miami Lighthouse.—
Christina Mayo,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 2026
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Since its inception in 1981, Wednesday's Child has been a collaboration of the Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange (MARE), the Department of Children & Families and WBZ-TV/CBS Boston.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
1 Apr. 2026
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The association backs a bill moving through both chambers at the State Capitol that would enhance the existing law.—
Caroline Cummings,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
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Some Democrats argue that the cost of ignoring young male voters is higher than the risk of association with Piker.—
Jesus Mesa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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The close relationship between Lewandowski and Noem drew scrutiny.—
Nate Raymond,
USA Today,
29 Mar. 2026
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As of Saturday, police said the motive and the suspect's relationship to the victim were unknown.—
Andrew Adeolu,
CBS News,
29 Mar. 2026
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In California's primaries, the top two vote-getters, regardless of party affiliation, move on to the November general election.—
Perry Stein The Washington Post,
Arkansas Online,
29 Mar. 2026
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Boyde is one of a trio of Americans, of varying political affiliations, that USA TODAY asked about how their lives had changed since the onset of the conflict.—
Terry Collins,
USA Today,
28 Mar. 2026
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“Cooperation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cooperation. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.
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