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as in mergers
the act or an instance of joining two or more things into one
the union of East Germany and West Germany that became possible after the fall of communism
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as in coalitions
an association of persons, parties, or states for mutual assistance and protection
in 1949 the U.S. and Canada joined their European allies in a transatlantic union to defend Western Europe from aggression by the Soviet Union
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as in associations
the state of having shared interests or efforts (as in social or business matters)
the movie studio is producing the blockbuster in union with another studio because of the tremendous cost involved
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Recent Examples of unions
But as of now, those organizations are not unions.
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Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 11 Dec. 2024
And the deal ran into stiff opposition from a coalition of unions, small grocery stores and political leaders from both parties wary of corporate consolidation.
—Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
With fewer employers in the labor market, unions would lose that leverage.
—Errol Schweizer, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Regulators and unions also worried about the job security of the 60,000 workers at the stores being sold.
—Alexander Coolidge, The Enquirer, 10 Dec. 2024
The move faced immediate pushback and protests from the public, opposition parties, unions and the national press.
—Siladitya Ray, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
The unions spent about $2 million in ads opposing her Democratic opponent Laura Richardson, who narrowly won the South Los Angeles race.
—Mackenzie Mays, Los Angeles Times, 9 Dec. 2024
Several organizations, along with unions and political parties, planned two demonstrations in Paris on Thursday.
—Chantal Da Silva, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
Lacey stockpiled $7 million, with 72% of that money coming from police unions political committees.
—James Queally, Los Angeles Times, 21 Oct. 2024
Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 11 Dec. 2024
And the deal ran into stiff opposition from a coalition of unions, small grocery stores and political leaders from both parties wary of corporate consolidation.
—Nathaniel Meyersohn, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
With fewer employers in the labor market, unions would lose that leverage.
—Errol Schweizer, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Regulators and unions also worried about the job security of the 60,000 workers at the stores being sold.
—Alexander Coolidge, The Enquirer, 10 Dec. 2024
The move faced immediate pushback and protests from the public, opposition parties, unions and the national press.
—Siladitya Ray, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
The unions spent about $2 million in ads opposing her Democratic opponent Laura Richardson, who narrowly won the South Los Angeles race.
—Mackenzie Mays, Los Angeles Times, 9 Dec. 2024
Several organizations, along with unions and political parties, planned two demonstrations in Paris on Thursday.
—Chantal Da Silva, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
Lacey stockpiled $7 million, with 72% of that money coming from police unions political committees.
—James Queally, Los Angeles Times, 21 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unions
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Some grocery mergers in major cities with a lot of competition such as San Francisco and New York have led to lower prices.Queenie Wong, Los Angeles Times, 10 Dec. 2024
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While some recent mergers in tech and other industries sport larger dollar values, other numbers reveal the outsize impact of a Kroger-Albertsons combination.Alexander Coolidge, The Enquirer, 10 Dec. 2024
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After all, changes in the makeup of the party coalitions and the varying appeal of individual candidates can lead different states to move in opposite directions.Geoffrey Skelley, ABC News, 10 Dec. 2024
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The four pillars of just transition that Black Mesa United focuses on are the need for robust governmental support, dedicated funding to sustain programs and initiatives, building strong and diverse coalitions, and expanding economic opportunities through diversification, said Anagal.Arlyssa D. Becenti, The Arizona Republic, 6 Dec. 2024
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Mistletoe has many mythic associations, but the most popular by far is the Christmas tradition of compelling people to kiss under it.Erica Browne Grivas, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Dec. 2024
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Tesla has no independent dealerships, but dealership associations in multiple states have filed numerous lawsuits against Tesla to prevent the company from selling cars.Andrew J. Hawkins, The Verge, 10 Dec. 2024
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Republican Jeff Gonzalez won a seat in the Assembly by focusing on the high cost of living and building alliances with Democrats.Anabel Sosa, Los Angeles Times, 8 Dec. 2024
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Both view alliances like NATO as constraints rather than assets.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
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Seasonal flavors, such as Pumpkin Spice and Peppermint Mocha with Kroger, add a unique buzz and strengthen retail partnerships.Dave Knox, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Now, Michelle runs a nonprofit offering bereavement and burial services for families as well as partnerships with clinics to offer free ultrasounds and postpartum needs.Nancy Borowick, NPR, 11 Dec. 2024
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In cultures or social contexts where relationships are perceived as less fluid, distancing is less frequent, as the stakes of losing a connection are higher.Mark Travers, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Such relationships can also slow Alzheimer’s disease, according to a 2021 study conducted by the Journal of Alzheimer's Disease.R. Daniel Foster, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Strong networks help women identify opportunities for partnerships, collaborations, and market expansions.Melissa Houston, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The company actively participates in industry collaborations like the Green Hotel Club while aligning with evolving regulatory frameworks.Christopher Marquis, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Records were seized for two Democratic members of Congress and 43 congressional staffers, including 21 with Democratic affiliations, 20 with Republican affiliations, and two who worked in nonpartisan positions.Aysha Bagchi, USA TODAY, 10 Dec. 2024
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Yet, the exemption continues, with MLB having recently dodged a potential Supreme Court review by settling a lawsuit brought by minor league clubs who lost their MLB affiliations.Chris Deubert, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
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“Unions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unions. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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