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as in partnership
the state of having shared interests or efforts (as in social or business matters)
a series of televised announcements made in cooperation with the tobacco companies warning teenagers about the hazards of smoking
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as in coordination
the work and activity of a number of persons who individually contribute toward the efficiency of the whole
everyone's cooperation will make the project go much faster
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Recent Examples of cooperation
Crystal is in the process of building out a suite of excursions in cooperation with parent Abercrombie & Kent, which specializes in small-group luxury destination experiences.
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Scott Laird, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Feb. 2026
Showing one another respect encourages cooperation in busy moments.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 10 Feb. 2026
Banning cooperation agreements between local law enforcement and the Department of Homeland Security will inevitably result in the undocumented immigrants that were once being held in custody awaiting transfer now being let back onto the streets.
—Robin Grammer, Baltimore Sun, 10 Feb. 2026
The Trust Act allows for local cooperation with ICE on certain criminal matters, like human trafficking, child exploitation, drug and weapons trafficking, and cybercrimes.
—Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 10 Feb. 2026
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Scott Laird, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Feb. 2026
Showing one another respect encourages cooperation in busy moments.
—Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 10 Feb. 2026
Banning cooperation agreements between local law enforcement and the Department of Homeland Security will inevitably result in the undocumented immigrants that were once being held in custody awaiting transfer now being let back onto the streets.
—Robin Grammer, Baltimore Sun, 10 Feb. 2026
The Trust Act allows for local cooperation with ICE on certain criminal matters, like human trafficking, child exploitation, drug and weapons trafficking, and cybercrimes.
—Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 10 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cooperation
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Adidas has welcomed musician Peso Pluma to the family, establishing a partnership with the chart-topping Mexican singer and rapper who has helped bring Mexican music to a global audience.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
13 Feb. 2026
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The partnership between Dimoldenberg and Gloria Sanchez pairs a fresh, digital-first creative voice with a production company that has a track record of backing distinctive storytelling.—
Ryan Brennan,
Miami Herald,
13 Feb. 2026
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At the same time, development often occurs across jurisdictional lines, requiring coordination with cities, utility districts, and regional agencies that may not be aligned on timelines or standards.—
Rachel Royster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
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Advocates say more beds and better coordination between organizations are needed to protect vulnerable people.—
Mark Reynolds,
The Providence Journal,
14 Feb. 2026
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The collaboration between Fincantieri and Generative Bionics also holds strategic importance in strengthening European technological sovereignty by drawing on expertise developed across research institutions and the advanced industrial supply chain.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Feb. 2026
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Since its inception in 1981, Wednesday's Child has been a collaboration of the Massachusetts Adoption Resource Exchange (MARE), the Department of Children & Families and WBZ-TV/CBS Boston.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
11 Feb. 2026
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Prior to this, in 2022, his mother – the late Queen Elizabeth II – revoked her second son's military associations and royal patronages in the wake of Giuffre's September 2021 lawsuit, which was later settled for an undisclosed sum.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
10 Feb. 2026
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Aside from his association with Epstein, Mandelson previously had to resign twice from senior government posts because of scandals over money or ethics.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
9 Feb. 2026
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However, Esposito did work at Michigan under former Ravens defensive coordinator Wink Martindale, who has a strong relationship with Minter.—
Jeff Zrebiec,
New York Times,
9 Feb. 2026
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The couple became fan-favorites on Love Island, and followers have become very invested in seeing their relationship succeed.—
Kathleen Walsh,
Glamour,
9 Feb. 2026
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An independent team does not have a conference affiliation.—
Joe Davidson,
Sacbee.com,
8 Feb. 2026
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Christopher Williams has both west coast and east coast affiliations having been born in New York City but received his bachelor's degree at Stanford University in Palo Alto, just down the road from Santa Clara's Levi's Stadium where the game will be played.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
7 Feb. 2026
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“Cooperation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cooperation. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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