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as in partnership
the state of having shared interests or efforts (as in social or business matters)
a documentary film on the battle that was produced in collaboration with a society of historical reenactors
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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
our collaboration produced a better result than any of us could have achieved alone
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Recent Examples of collaboration
Crucially, Yoriko sees her process as a three-way collaboration between herself, the subject and the material, especially the wood — an approach that couldn’t be more different from the (mostly male) great artist-genius stereotype usually peddled in films.
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Leslie Felperin, HollywoodReporter, 13 May 2026
Set to unspool on May 14 at the Cannes Film Festival’s Marché du Film and staged in collaboration with the Fantastic Pavilion, the Showcase has established itself as a pivotal platform for the international exposure of horror, fantasy, and science fiction films hailing from Ibero-America.
—Roberto Prieto, Variety, 13 May 2026
The International Crisis Group recommends deeper cross-border intelligence sharing, stronger anti-corruption measures, tighter oversight of international gold and commodity markets and far closer collaboration between governments and Indigenous communities.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 13 May 2026
First revealed almost a decade ago, Wasl Tower is designed by UN Studio, in collaboration with engineering expert Werner Sobek, and is located near the world's tallest skyscraper, the Burj Khalifa.
—Adam Williams
may 13, New Atlas, 13 May 2026
The renaming effort involved more than 50 patient and professional organizations, including the Endocrine Society, and followed a 14-year international collaboration between researchers, clinicians and people living with the condition.
—Angelique Brenes, PEOPLE, 13 May 2026
The road to changing the name took 14 years and worldwide collaboration of 56 patient and professional organizations, according to the Lancet paper.
—Madeline Holcombe, CNN Money, 13 May 2026
An Adidas Samba mule is set to make its debut this summer, and Nike is making the Total 90 3 backless in collaboration with Kids of Immigrants near the end of May.
—Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 13 May 2026
One factor could involve the University of Michigan's collaboration with the Los Alamos National Laboratory to build a data and research center, said Irwin, the state senator.
—CBS News, 13 May 2026
Leslie Felperin, HollywoodReporter, 13 May 2026
Set to unspool on May 14 at the Cannes Film Festival’s Marché du Film and staged in collaboration with the Fantastic Pavilion, the Showcase has established itself as a pivotal platform for the international exposure of horror, fantasy, and science fiction films hailing from Ibero-America.
—Roberto Prieto, Variety, 13 May 2026
The International Crisis Group recommends deeper cross-border intelligence sharing, stronger anti-corruption measures, tighter oversight of international gold and commodity markets and far closer collaboration between governments and Indigenous communities.
—Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 13 May 2026
First revealed almost a decade ago, Wasl Tower is designed by UN Studio, in collaboration with engineering expert Werner Sobek, and is located near the world's tallest skyscraper, the Burj Khalifa.
—Adam Williams
may 13, New Atlas, 13 May 2026
The renaming effort involved more than 50 patient and professional organizations, including the Endocrine Society, and followed a 14-year international collaboration between researchers, clinicians and people living with the condition.
—Angelique Brenes, PEOPLE, 13 May 2026
The road to changing the name took 14 years and worldwide collaboration of 56 patient and professional organizations, according to the Lancet paper.
—Madeline Holcombe, CNN Money, 13 May 2026
An Adidas Samba mule is set to make its debut this summer, and Nike is making the Total 90 3 backless in collaboration with Kids of Immigrants near the end of May.
—Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 13 May 2026
One factor could involve the University of Michigan's collaboration with the Los Alamos National Laboratory to build a data and research center, said Irwin, the state senator.
—CBS News, 13 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for collaboration
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Achieving near-100% online property tax payments, in partnership with our residents, is the single greatest operational efficiency gain yielding millions in more revenue annually.—
Lucas Robinson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 May 2026
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The improvements were the result of a partnership by the Progress Center for Independent Living, the MWRD, the Blue Island Chamber of Commerce, the Blue Island Disability Committee and other area groups.—
Addison Wright,
Chicago Tribune,
8 May 2026
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Expedition travel protection policies often include emergency medical coverage, medical evacuation, trip interruption protection, and coordination services designed to transport travelers from remote regions to advanced medical facilities if a serious emergency occurs.—
Barbara Booth,
CNBC,
9 May 2026
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Through skill, sacrifice and professionalism, our first responders have narrowly avoided major disasters, including the recent high-rise fire in Towson that could have ended far worse without rapid response and coordination on scene.—
Nick Stewart,
Baltimore Sun,
9 May 2026
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The agenda exposes the mutual dependence of the two rival superpowers, marked by distrust but driven by a quest for cooperation and stability.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
14 May 2026
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The tenant in cooperation with the property owner is looking to start the next phase of the buildout.—
Linda Girardi,
Chicago Tribune,
13 May 2026
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Your co-parent is managing treatment, uncertainty and the very real fear of how this will affect his relationship with his daughter.—
Jann Blackstone,
Boston Herald,
10 May 2026
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Her childhood, family relationships, and upbringing in the South shape her understanding of her identity as a writer and storyteller.—
Melinda Salchert,
Southern Living,
10 May 2026
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The show is produced by Carlos King’s Kingdom Reign Entertainment in association with ITV America.—
Kennedy French,
Variety,
11 May 2026
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Roby also serves as the homes association president and briefly sat on the Overland Park Parks and Recreation Commission.—
Taylor O'Connor,
Kansas City Star,
11 May 2026
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Under California’s primary system, the top two finishers advance to the November general election regardless of party affiliation.—
Barnini Chakraborty,
The Washington Examiner,
8 May 2026
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The top two vote getters in the June 2 primary, regardless of party affiliation, will advance to the general election in November.—
Lia Russell,
Sacbee.com,
8 May 2026
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This is a uniquely lonely work of art, but one that maintains faith in the possibility of connection.—
Rachel Syme,
New Yorker,
8 May 2026
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The barren landscape, despite its harsh conditions (daytime temperatures often exceed 125 degrees Fahrenheit), was—and still is—famous for its connection to many legends of treasure.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
8 May 2026
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“Collaboration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/collaboration. Accessed 14 May. 2026.
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