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interaction

noun

ˌin-tər-ˈak-shən How to pronounce interaction (audio)
Definition of interactionnext
as in relation
doings between individuals or groups she guessed from the friendly interaction that they were close to the other parents in the organization

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Recent Examples of interaction Steinhardt, though, is not convinced that sampling random AI interactions for human evaluation is a sufficient approach. — Jacek Krywko, Scientific American, 17 Sep. 2026 Advice for avoiding another attack The DNR wants people to be aware that rabies and wildlife interactions are dangerous. — Renee Anderson, CBS News, 17 Sep. 2026 Each society learned from and shaped the other, and those interactions played an important role in the new country’s growth. — Scott Baldauf, Christian Science Monitor, 17 Sep. 2026 Clark’s interactions with officials have drawn attention throughout her WNBA career. — Jackson Thompson Outkick, FOXNews.com, 17 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for interaction
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  • Moira Colley, senior director of media relations for PETA in New York, said earlier in the week that the group planned to meet with Kolb to discuss ending the use of wool and animal skins in clothing.
    — CNN Money, CNN Money, 19 Sep. 2026
  • In the lead-up to the World Cup, Qatar retained at least four of the world’s top public-relations firms.
    — Ruth Margalit, New Yorker, 19 Sep. 2026
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“Interaction.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interaction. Accessed 25 Sep. 2026.

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