as in mutual
characterized by a cooperative or interdependent relationship
The neighbors have a symbiotic relationship, each helping the other out as they are able.
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Recent Examples of symbiotic
The Korean dark comedy about greed and class discrimination in a symbiotic relationship between the wealthy Park family and the destitute Kim clan grossed $53 million domestic ($260 million worldwide).
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Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 7 Feb. 2025
Homebrewers and commercial beer producers have long had a symbiotic relationship.
—Tiney Ricciardi, The Denver Post, 5 Feb. 2025
Collins and Cohen had a symbiotic artistic friendship.
—Sarah Larson, The New Yorker, 24 Feb. 2025
In the ensuing years, his companies have developed a symbiotic relationship with federal programs, turning him into more of a vampire.
—Alan Ohnsman, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2025
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Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 7 Feb. 2025
Homebrewers and commercial beer producers have long had a symbiotic relationship.
—Tiney Ricciardi, The Denver Post, 5 Feb. 2025
Collins and Cohen had a symbiotic artistic friendship.
—Sarah Larson, The New Yorker, 24 Feb. 2025
In the ensuing years, his companies have developed a symbiotic relationship with federal programs, turning him into more of a vampire.
—Alan Ohnsman, Forbes, 21 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for symbiotic
Adjective
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Since his return to office, Bowser has attempted to evade conflict with Trump and met with him to discuss their mutual need for federal employees to return to their offices full-time.—
Mya Abraham,
VIBE.com,
5 Mar. 2025
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Every tribute exuded the kind of mutual appreciation and platonic love that colors Bloom, Bernarr’s third studio album.—
Kyle Denis,
Billboard,
5 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Through pretend play, cooperative games, or storytelling, kids can explore different perspectives and practice kindness.—
Alana Bracken,
Parents,
28 Feb. 2025
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Pena initially refused officers' instructions but eventually exited his vehicle unassisted and was fully cooperative as arresting officers took him into custody.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
28 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Trump has floated reciprocal tariffs on America’s trading partners and 25% duties on Mexico and Canada as well as an additional 10% tariff on Chinese goods.—
Alicia Wallace,
CNN,
28 Feb. 2025
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Tariffs for Canada and Mexico, at 25%, are delayed until March 4, and reciprocal tariffs are set to take effect April 2.—
Lauren Floyd,
Axios,
28 Feb. 2025
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“Symbiotic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/symbiotic. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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