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as in relationship
the fact or state of having something in common
a variety of political factions are attracted to that presidential contender, but there doesn't appear to be much of a liaison between them and the candidate
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as in partnership
the state of having shared interests or efforts (as in social or business matters)
the strong liaison between the parents and teachers is based on the fact that both have the students' best interests at heart
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Recent Examples of liaison
The sponsor group acts as a liaison between the unincorporated community and county officials.
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Hannah Elsmore, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Mar. 2026
Weiner also touted the NYPD’s network of cameras and sensors, which are monitored by members of the NYPD’s intelligence division, and international liaison officers posted in the Middle East as elements providing the department with early-warning detection capabilities.
—Colin Mixson, New York Daily News, 27 Mar. 2026
Goldman, who also serves as the American College of Physicians’ liaison to ACIP, said that if and when the group moves forward, there will be a tremendous accumulation of work.
—Erika Edwards, NBC news, 27 Mar. 2026
William is sent on a spy-adjacent mission by Captain Ezekiel Richardson that takes him through Great Dismal Swamp on the North Carolina–Virginia border, where he promptly gets lost and seriously injured until Ian, who is working as a liaison with the Native tribes, comes upon him.
—Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 26 Mar. 2026
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Hannah Elsmore, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Mar. 2026
Weiner also touted the NYPD’s network of cameras and sensors, which are monitored by members of the NYPD’s intelligence division, and international liaison officers posted in the Middle East as elements providing the department with early-warning detection capabilities.
—Colin Mixson, New York Daily News, 27 Mar. 2026
Goldman, who also serves as the American College of Physicians’ liaison to ACIP, said that if and when the group moves forward, there will be a tremendous accumulation of work.
—Erika Edwards, NBC news, 27 Mar. 2026
William is sent on a spy-adjacent mission by Captain Ezekiel Richardson that takes him through Great Dismal Swamp on the North Carolina–Virginia border, where he promptly gets lost and seriously injured until Ian, who is working as a liaison with the Native tribes, comes upon him.
—Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 26 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for liaison
Noun
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Seek out relationships with those who are kind, helpful and have your back.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
6 Apr. 2026
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Warmer air holds more water, and the relationship is exponential, so small increases in temperature can yield huge jumps in rainfall intensity.—
Eric Klinenberg,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2026
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This story was produced with financial support from Trish and Dan Bell and donors in South Florida’s Jewish and Muslim communities, including Khalid and Diana Mirza and the Mohsin and Fauzia Jaffer Foundation, in partnership with Journalism Funding Partners.—
Lauren Costantino,
Miami Herald,
4 Apr. 2026
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The partnership centers on the Apex Group Bermuda Sail Grand Prix (May 9-10) and the Mubadala New York Sail Grand Prix (May 30-31), with BTA branding on the team’s F50 catamaran plus destination content across digital platforms, and prominence during race-week events.—
Sportico Staff,
Sportico.com,
3 Apr. 2026
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She’s especially revered in Shiite Islam because of her kinship with the imams.—
Mary Thurlkill,
The Conversation,
30 Mar. 2026
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How did Henley, a rock star living in a big house on Mulholland Drive, find such a kinship with Thoreau, who famously chose a simple, deliberate life amid nature?—
Tribune News Service,
Baltimore Sun,
30 Mar. 2026
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The recent visit builds on a collaboration with Miami Lighthouse.—
Christina Mayo,
Miami Herald,
2 Apr. 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,
1 Apr. 2026
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The association backs a bill moving through both chambers at the State Capitol that would enhance the existing law.—
Caroline Cummings,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
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Some Democrats argue that the cost of ignoring young male voters is higher than the risk of association with Piker.—
Jesus Mesa,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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Choose cooperation over speed and pressure.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
2 Apr. 2026
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Evidence withheld from defense According to the complaint, Von Zamft did not disclose cooperation letters regarding Tricia Geter, Smith’s ex-girlfriend and a key witness in the case.—
Grethel Aguila,
Miami Herald,
1 Apr. 2026
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Longtime volunteer Jill Harris says Berman makes sure each bunny gets a good home, and the adopting family has a good connection.—
Sharon Chin,
CBS News,
2 Apr. 2026
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For comparison, Wired notes that dial-up connections operate at a minimum of 20,000 bits per second.—
Mack DeGeurin,
Popular Science,
2 Apr. 2026
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As with all statewide elections, the top two candidates in the June 2 primary, regardless of party affiliation, will advance to the November general election.—
Ethan Varian,
Mercury News,
5 Apr. 2026
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Commissioners Alexis Pickering and Dave McKinney haven’t run for office in a partisan race or otherwise publicized their party affiliations.—
Mark Dee
April 4,
Idaho Statesman,
4 Apr. 2026
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“Liaison.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/liaison. Accessed 6 Apr. 2026.
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