federations

noun

Definition of federationsnext
plural of federation
as in coalitions
an association of persons, parties, or states for mutual assistance and protection the new organization is a federation of existing organizations that were all dedicated to preserving Civil War battlefields

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  1. coalitions
  2. unions
  3. alliances
Noun
  • Throughout Germany, where the AfD has placed highly in state elections, the other parties have generally refused to form coalitions with it.
    Lora Kolodny, CNBC, 20 Dec. 2024
  • Germany’s electoral system traditionally produces coalitions, and polls show no party anywhere near an absolute majority on its own.
    Geir Moulson, Los Angeles Times, 16 Dec. 2024
Definition of coalitions
Noun
  • Strikes — particularly ones that happen during the holidays, a time of high economic activity — can help unions exercise leverage during negotiations or flex their muscles by garnering support from workers and sympathetic consumers.
    CBS News, CBS News, 23 Dec. 2024
  • This would require new language and agreements from multiple unions, to be negotiated with producers, executives and buyers.
    Diane Farr, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of unions
Noun
  • Besides Gaza, Biden's defeat might have serious consequences for Ukraine, NATO and America's alliances generally.
    Nathaniel Rakich, ABC News, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Reflect on your friendships and group alliances.
    USA TODAY, USA TODAY, 22 Dec. 2024
Definition of alliances
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federation

federations

fed (on, upon, or off)

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