as in collective
used or done by a number of people as a group
the swimming pool is part of the communal property of the condo complex
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Recent Examples of communal
Where to stay Book now: 1896 O’Malley House This eight-room historic bed-and-breakfast on a quiet street has a relaxing courtyard and homey dining room with a communal table.
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Kristin Braswell, AFAR Media, 23 July 2025
Residents of Hope Ranch are afforded private beach access, plus use of its communal tennis courts and extensive bridle trails.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 16 July 2025
From navigating narrow aisles to honoring the sacred quarter-for-a-cart ritual, shopping at ALDI is a uniquely communal experience.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 July 2025
The communal spaces are being created by FM Architettura, while owners can also enlist FM, Rémi Tessier, Sabrina Monte-Carlo, Jean-Michel Gathy, Jenan Hajjar, and even Grammy winner turned designer Lenny Kravitz to complete their interiors.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 19 July 2025
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Kristin Braswell, AFAR Media, 23 July 2025
Residents of Hope Ranch are afforded private beach access, plus use of its communal tennis courts and extensive bridle trails.
—Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 16 July 2025
From navigating narrow aisles to honoring the sacred quarter-for-a-cart ritual, shopping at ALDI is a uniquely communal experience.
—Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 July 2025
The communal spaces are being created by FM Architettura, while owners can also enlist FM, Rémi Tessier, Sabrina Monte-Carlo, Jean-Michel Gathy, Jenan Hajjar, and even Grammy winner turned designer Lenny Kravitz to complete their interiors.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 19 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for communal
Adjective
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His work tells the stories of small communities living in conditions of marginalization and social exclusion, revealing their intimate points of view while expressing broader collective needs.—
PhotoVogue,
Vogue,
23 July 2025
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Rap collective Odd Future generates deafening buzz at side parties, storms off official showcase after three songs.—
Michael Barnes,
Austin American Statesman,
23 July 2025
Adjective
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The couple, who went public with their romance in 2022, shared the engagement news via a joint Instagram post on Sunday, July 13.—
Erin Clack,
People.com,
14 July 2025
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Get creative by considering exchanging a portion of your fees for equity, forming a joint venture, offering monthly retainers with upfront deposits, or redesigning your offer to include more value at a higher price point.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
Adjective
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Some observers argue that each side is responding to the other’s rhetoric, and the escalation represents a game of mutual deterrence.—
Dexter Filkins,
New Yorker,
14 July 2025
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Only mutual matches will get the chance to sneak away.—
Dina Kaur,
AZCentral.com,
14 July 2025
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“Communal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/communal. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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