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
Noun
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Help post-grads see that even small contributions can lead to big change.—
Melanie Schild,
Forbes.com,
21 July 2025
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But a toddler’s contributions are often clumsy and, like the efforts of my Montessori preschoolers in September, may actually result in more work for the adult—so the adult shoos the child away.—
Christine Carrig,
The Atlantic,
21 July 2025
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Members of King’s family have long expressed doubts about Ray’s role, with Coretta Scott King and others publicly calling for a broader investigation into possible government involvement.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
21 July 2025
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Douglas has also vehemently denied any involvement with Bradley's disappearance.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
19 July 2025
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“Participation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/participation. Accessed 4 Aug. 2025.
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