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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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Eco effort Ocean Casino Resort is committed to investing in positive environmental change through beach cleanups, charitable contributions, and advocacy including a partnership with an organic farm addressing food insecurity, soil regeneration, and community inclusiveness in Atlantic City.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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For those wishing to hone their game, The Kingdom at Reynolds Lake Oconee, created in partnership with TaylorMade, offers innovative technology and personal instruction at the highest level.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
16 May 2026
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On Friday, firefighters and emergency officials from multiple agencies gathered in San Rafael for a large-scale wildfire training exercise focused on emergency coordination, evacuation planning and mutual aid response.—
Da Lin,
CBS News,
16 May 2026
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Mamdani’s ability to implement airport-level taxes requires coordination with Governor Hochul and the New Jersey governor’s office.—
Greg Raiff,
Fortune,
16 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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In the decades since, theorizing of the relationship between natural and artificial literature spawned a whole new academic field, generally within English departments.—
Jill Lepore,
New Yorker,
18 May 2026
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And whatever rifts had formed in his relationship with Altman were largely absent from social media.—
Ashley Capoot,Lora Kolodny,
CNBC,
18 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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Block party permits are not intended for private parties or events related to political affiliations, commercial or religious organizations, or for neighbors who host a party on their private property.—
Tori Mason,
CBS News,
16 May 2026
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Voters are eligible to participate in Georgia’s primary elections regardless of party affiliation.—
Claire Carter,
The Washington Examiner,
16 May 2026
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In the last two debates, Becerra, considered the party's frontrunner, has faced scrutiny from other candidates and the public over his connection to Williamson.—
James Ward,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
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In softball, Rowles has fit right in with the program’s connection, according to teammate Riley Belcik.—
Tony Baranek,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2026
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“Collaboration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/collaboration. Accessed 19 May. 2026.
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