as in associations
the state of having shared interests or efforts (as in social or business matters)
the Little League team, despite its name, the Northern Dynamites, has no affiliation with the Northern Dynamite Company
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Recent Examples of affiliations
Surfside’s elections are technically nonpartisan, but party affiliations can sometimes influence races.
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Lauren Costantino
march 30, Miami Herald, 30 Mar. 2026
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
Adam Kadlac does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.
—Adam Kadlac, The Conversation, 27 Mar. 2026
The military will now use 31 religious affiliations, down from more than 200, which included many small Protestant denominations as well as identifications for Wiccans, atheists and agnostics.
—Tiffany Stanley, Chicago Tribune, 25 Mar. 2026
The legislation now requires federal agencies to screen applicants for ties to countries of concern — China, Russia, Iran and North Korea — with mandatory disclosure of foreign affiliations, pre-award screening, and post-award reporting.
—Noelle Harff, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Mar. 2026
In January, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton issued an opinion saying the comptroller’s office, which oversees the program, may block schools from participating based on political affiliations.
—Silas Allen, Dallas Morning News, 19 Mar. 2026
That proportion remained constant across ages, education levels, incomes, religions, political affiliations and races.
—Los Angeles Times, 18 Mar. 2026
People who change their party affiliations, or have changed their names, usually when getting married or divorce, would have to present proof.
—Anthony Man, Sun Sentinel, 15 Mar. 2026
Lauren Costantino
march 30, Miami Herald, 30 Mar. 2026
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
Adam Kadlac does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.
—Adam Kadlac, The Conversation, 27 Mar. 2026
The military will now use 31 religious affiliations, down from more than 200, which included many small Protestant denominations as well as identifications for Wiccans, atheists and agnostics.
—Tiffany Stanley, Chicago Tribune, 25 Mar. 2026
The legislation now requires federal agencies to screen applicants for ties to countries of concern — China, Russia, Iran and North Korea — with mandatory disclosure of foreign affiliations, pre-award screening, and post-award reporting.
—Noelle Harff, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Mar. 2026
In January, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton issued an opinion saying the comptroller’s office, which oversees the program, may block schools from participating based on political affiliations.
—Silas Allen, Dallas Morning News, 19 Mar. 2026
That proportion remained constant across ages, education levels, incomes, religions, political affiliations and races.
—Los Angeles Times, 18 Mar. 2026
People who change their party affiliations, or have changed their names, usually when getting married or divorce, would have to present proof.
—Anthony Man, Sun Sentinel, 15 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for affiliations
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For many viewers, the dog’s reaction felt like a reminder that rescue animals arrive with histories—habits, memories, and sensory associations formed long before adoption.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2026
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Mayor Ellen Zoppo-Sassu is convening a conference of condominium associations from around the city for Wednesday evening to share ideas on what — if anything — the city can do to ease the financial pressure.—
Don Stacom,
Hartford Courant,
1 Apr. 2026
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It was based on partnerships with entities ranging from local non-profits, large international organizations and national health systems.—
Fatma Tanis,
NPR,
4 Apr. 2026
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Chadwick said the University of Kansas Hospital will continue partnerships with hospitals across the metro that provide PICU services to help meet patient needs.—
Kendrick Calfee,
Kansas City Star,
4 Apr. 2026
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The new adaptation has to figure out how to update the screenplay to avoid the mostly exploitational way such relationships were treated in the dramas of the 1970s.—
Chris Jones,
New York Daily News,
31 Mar. 2026
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Some young men say early exposure led to compulsive use, affecting relationships and daily life.—
Dana Taylor,
USA Today,
31 Mar. 2026
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Peeps collaborations and twists Peeps remain a polarizing but perennial Easter staple, blending nostalgia with a growing lineup of modern collaborations.—
Deirdre Bardolf,
FOXNews.com,
3 Apr. 2026
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With each performance, expect surprise collaborations like veteran vocalist Nicole Wray’s appearance at the opening show.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
3 Apr. 2026
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Self-reflection is currently an ideal way to deepen our connections.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
4 Apr. 2026
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These two short notes show the astonishing range of connections and commitments that pour through this book and through her life.—
Hermione Lee,
The New York Review of Books,
4 Apr. 2026
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“Affiliations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/affiliations. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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