teamwork
noun
team·work
ˈtēm-ˌwərk 
: work done by a group acting together so that each member does a part that contributes to the efficiency of the whole
the crew's smoothly coordinated teamwork
Examples of teamwork in a Sentence
They credit good teamwork for their success.
it takes teamwork to pull off a successful fund-raiser
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Qualities like communication, teamwork, organization or project coordination often apply across roles and industries.
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Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2025
But the wisdom drawn from effective organizations has proved time after time that teamwork drives change, and that priorities can and should extend beyond a dollar figure.
—George Atallah, Sportico.com, 31 July 2025
This model is a good fit for mid-sized organizations that value teamwork.
—Sharon Wu, USA Today, 31 July 2025
The students worked on their techniques, teamwork and musical skills, all while getting to know each other and having a little fun along the way.
—Rachel Wegner, Nashville Tennessean, 30 July 2025
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Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2025
But the wisdom drawn from effective organizations has proved time after time that teamwork drives change, and that priorities can and should extend beyond a dollar figure.
—George Atallah, Sportico.com, 31 July 2025
This model is a good fit for mid-sized organizations that value teamwork.
—Sharon Wu, USA Today, 31 July 2025
The students worked on their techniques, teamwork and musical skills, all while getting to know each other and having a little fun along the way.
—Rachel Wegner, Nashville Tennessean, 30 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for teamwork
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“Teamwork.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/teamwork. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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teamwork
noun
team·work
ˈtēm-ˌwərk
: the work or activity of a number of persons acting together as a team
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