as in mutual
characterized by a cooperative or interdependent relationship
The neighbors have a symbiotic relationship, each helping the other out as they are able.
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Recent Examples of symbiotic
Create a symbiotic relationship between volunteer experiences and ongoing giving opportunities.
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Srinagesh Vitthanala, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
The venom used in this gambit is not produced by the octopus itself, but is derived from symbiotic bacteria that live within its body.
—William Lambers, Newsweek, 10 Mar. 2025
Such a symbiotic bond exists in France between local cinema and U.S. blockbusters, thanks to a scheme that allows the National Film Board to levy each admission in theater and funds subsidies for the French film industry.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 28 Feb. 2025
Yet while Japonisme and chinoiserie were France and England’s interpretation of a visual style very different than their own, the design philosophy and cultural interests of Japan and Scandinavia have always been somewhat symbiotic.
—Elise Taylor, Vogue, 26 Feb. 2025
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Srinagesh Vitthanala, Forbes, 10 Mar. 2025
The venom used in this gambit is not produced by the octopus itself, but is derived from symbiotic bacteria that live within its body.
—William Lambers, Newsweek, 10 Mar. 2025
Such a symbiotic bond exists in France between local cinema and U.S. blockbusters, thanks to a scheme that allows the National Film Board to levy each admission in theater and funds subsidies for the French film industry.
—Elsa Keslassy, Variety, 28 Feb. 2025
Yet while Japonisme and chinoiserie were France and England’s interpretation of a visual style very different than their own, the design philosophy and cultural interests of Japan and Scandinavia have always been somewhat symbiotic.
—Elise Taylor, Vogue, 26 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for symbiotic
Adjective
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Shared goals, cultural fit and mutual trust are preconditions for success in creating marketing campaigns that resonate with your audience.—
Michael Kuzminov,
Forbes.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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Martin and Fabry connected over a mutual friend in Ibiza two years ago, and instantly bonded.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Brown is the founder of Sanctuary Medicine & a cooperative member at Restore Forward in Brooklyn, NY.—
Emily Baker-White,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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The Accords also reinforce key ideas from the 1967 Outer Space Treaty, aiming to promote peaceful, cooperative space activity.—
Josh Dinner,
Space.com,
8 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The reciprocal tariffs are subject to a 90-day pause following Trump's announcement on April 9.—
Hugh Cameron,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Apr. 2025
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Some chipmakers are already feeling the pain of Trump's trade war, despite a 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs and a tenuous exception for semiconductors and other electronics.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
16 Apr. 2025
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“Symbiotic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/symbiotic. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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