as in mutual
having a greater effect or benefit than any of its components considered individually
The combination of these two drugs is synergistic, so they should be used together only with extreme caution.
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Recent Examples of synergistic
They got pulled into hip-hop culture by the nature of their being so synergistic.
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Justin Koreis, Rolling Stone, 12 Oct. 2024
This synergistic union of public and private resources is a uniquely American phenomenon that can accelerate and radically rethink space exploration.
—Thomas Zurbuchen, Scientific American, 1 Oct. 2024
But when Reeves broached the idea of an HBO series with the former executives at DC Comics, he was told the superhero banner didn’t have that kind of synergistic relationship with the premium streamer despite being part of the same corporation.
—Chris O'Falt, IndieWire, 19 Sep. 2024
Since partnering with Nordstrom in February 2020, Skims has benefited from a synergistic relationship emphasizing representation and innovation.
—Brin Snelling, Forbes, 6 Sep. 2024
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Justin Koreis, Rolling Stone, 12 Oct. 2024
This synergistic union of public and private resources is a uniquely American phenomenon that can accelerate and radically rethink space exploration.
—Thomas Zurbuchen, Scientific American, 1 Oct. 2024
But when Reeves broached the idea of an HBO series with the former executives at DC Comics, he was told the superhero banner didn’t have that kind of synergistic relationship with the premium streamer despite being part of the same corporation.
—Chris O'Falt, IndieWire, 19 Sep. 2024
Since partnering with Nordstrom in February 2020, Skims has benefited from a synergistic relationship emphasizing representation and innovation.
—Brin Snelling, Forbes, 6 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for synergistic
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However, what could have been a rivalry became a moment of mutual respect, as both teams cheered each other on.David Nikel, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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Advertisement North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has pledged unwavering support for Russia’s full-scale invasion of its neighbor under a mutual defense pact.Samya Kullab and Tara Copp, Los Angeles Times, 17 Dec. 2024
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In the case of a harp, all 36 strings are vibrating at the same time and producing this synergetic tonal event.Sean Illing, Vox, 11 Oct. 2024
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Drawing a synergetic line between a Venetian oil painting and a post-war British portrait sketch, after all, isn’t all that different from the explosive alchemy of recreating the iconic Louis Vuitton monogram pattern in Supreme red.Liam Hess, Vogue, 19 July 2024
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Melton is a bigger defender who fits easier in a complementary role.Anthony Slater, The Athletic, 16 Dec. 2024
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If a person is self-motivated, there are many leadership books, audio and complementary forums for readers, listeners and participants.Expert Panel®, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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This symbiotic relationship between online and offline worlds has positioned YouTube not just as a content platform, but as the primary arena where global culture is being shaped and shared.Ian Shepherd, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
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Accepting the award, Villeneuve took the opportunity to reflect on the symbiotic relationship that filmmakers have with critics.Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 6 Dec. 2024
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Value creation forges a reciprocal relationship between an organization and its stakeholders.Camille Nicita, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024
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When two people are getting to know each other and develop a connection, reciprocal self-disclosure is important.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 30 Nov. 2024
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With this, a new year’s wish: that more marketing considers the universal and fundamental human truths that endure—even in times of radical change.Seth Matlins, Forbes, 16 Dec. 2024
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Christmas at the Golden Dragon also stands out for its representation of Chinese American traditions, celebrating both cultural heritage and the universal joys of the season.Janey Tracey, EW.com, 14 Dec. 2024
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For Matthews, surrealist cinema—forward-looking, innovative, dependent on the future itself for inspiration—still had its best days before it.Noor Anand Chawla, JSTOR Daily, 9 Dec. 2024
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The result is a population increasingly dependent on nutrient-poor, high-calorie foods.Robert Pearl, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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“Synergistic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/synergistic. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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