as in contribution
the state or action of being actively involved in something
The subjects were thanked for their valuable participation in the study.
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Recent Examples of participation
Wagner, the first Division III player to reach the Hall of Fame, was exceedingly humble and gracious; Sabathia emphasized the impact of the women who have shaped his life, and spoke of his devotion to helping reverse the alarming decline of Black participation in MLB.
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Tyler Kepner, New York Times, 28 July 2025
Mission Viejo coach Chad Johnson said Spafford’s progress is such that the University of Miami commit could be cleared later this week to resume full participation.
—Steve Fryer, Oc Register, 28 July 2025
These newest committee appointments are in addition to other efforts to increase student participation with the board.
—Addison Wright, Chicago Tribune, 26 July 2025
Children not only require expensive services such as education, but also reduce labor force participation, particularly for women.
—Shelley Clark, The Conversation, 25 July 2025
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Tyler Kepner, New York Times, 28 July 2025
Mission Viejo coach Chad Johnson said Spafford’s progress is such that the University of Miami commit could be cleared later this week to resume full participation.
—Steve Fryer, Oc Register, 28 July 2025
These newest committee appointments are in addition to other efforts to increase student participation with the board.
—Addison Wright, Chicago Tribune, 26 July 2025
Children not only require expensive services such as education, but also reduce labor force participation, particularly for women.
—Shelley Clark, The Conversation, 25 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for participation
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His 2024 contributions are quantifiable: 8.5 sacks, 40 quarterback hits and 67 pressures, the latter the most by an interior lineman, per Next Gen Stats.—
Troy Renck,
Denver Post,
1 Aug. 2025
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Found in Baie De Baly National Park, this arboreal gecko is named after wildlife photographer Arne Hartig for his contributions to gecko exploration.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
1 Aug. 2025
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Following news of the ceasefire, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt wrote on X that Trump's direct involvement led to the truce.—
Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
2 Aug. 2025
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Early involvement leads to making friends, learning leadership skills, identifying career goals, and developing a sense of purpose and belonging.—
Micki Meyer,
The Orlando Sentinel,
2 Aug. 2025
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“Participation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/participation. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.
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