as in supporters
someone associated with another to give assistance or moral support
in trying to convince his parents to send him to soccer camp, the youngster had a strong ally in his coach
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as in cooperates
to form or enter into an association that furthers the interests of its members
the area's small grape growers have allied and formed a cooperative that will help them get the best prices
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Recent Examples of allies
Benjamin Wallace-Wells, New Yorker, 29 Mar. 2026
That’s as the conflict widens to Iranian allies in Iraq and Yemen, while Persian Gulf neighbors edge closer to taking direct military action against the regime, which is targeting their economic infrastructure.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 28 Mar. 2026
On Capitol Hill, there has been support for the president's framework from his Republican allies, but actual movement on legislation is still pending.
—Deepa Shivaram, NPR, 28 Mar. 2026
The third-term congresswoman is facing numerous ethics charges, including failing to follow campaign finance laws; commingling campaign, personal and business funds; and using her position to benefit allies.
—Arkansas Online, 27 Mar. 2026
The United States and its allies have depleted their stocks of expensive air-defense missiles to try to shoot them down, forcing governments across the Middle East to rush-order cheaper alternatives, such as interceptors manufactured in Ukraine.
—Simon Shuster, The Atlantic, 27 Mar. 2026
And Zelenskyy has previously said that more than 200 Ukrainian experts have gone to the region to share their knowledge and help his country's allies.
—Sean Nevin, NBC news, 27 Mar. 2026
Since 1968, the world nuclear order has rested on the delicate architecture of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty, enforcing the international norm that countries without nuclear weapons won’t try to get them, and countries with nuclear weapons won’t help arm their allies.
—Chloe Shrager, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2026
The Prince and Princess of Wales will be key allies on this transitional journey, which comes at a time of deep crisis for the British religious institution.
—Stefania Conrieri, Vanity Fair, 27 Mar. 2026
David Sims, The Atlantic, 19 Dec. 2025
Noun
But the White House and its allies refused, even though ICE’s methods of immigration enforcement are increasingly unpopular and few new migrants are coming into the country.
—Benjamin Wallace-Wells, New Yorker, 29 Mar. 2026
That’s as the conflict widens to Iranian allies in Iraq and Yemen, while Persian Gulf neighbors edge closer to taking direct military action against the regime, which is targeting their economic infrastructure.
—Jason Ma, Fortune, 28 Mar. 2026
On Capitol Hill, there has been support for the president's framework from his Republican allies, but actual movement on legislation is still pending.
—Deepa Shivaram, NPR, 28 Mar. 2026
The third-term congresswoman is facing numerous ethics charges, including failing to follow campaign finance laws; commingling campaign, personal and business funds; and using her position to benefit allies.
—Arkansas Online, 27 Mar. 2026
The United States and its allies have depleted their stocks of expensive air-defense missiles to try to shoot them down, forcing governments across the Middle East to rush-order cheaper alternatives, such as interceptors manufactured in Ukraine.
—Simon Shuster, The Atlantic, 27 Mar. 2026
And Zelenskyy has previously said that more than 200 Ukrainian experts have gone to the region to share their knowledge and help his country's allies.
—Sean Nevin, NBC news, 27 Mar. 2026
Since 1968, the world nuclear order has rested on the delicate architecture of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty, enforcing the international norm that countries without nuclear weapons won’t try to get them, and countries with nuclear weapons won’t help arm their allies.
—Chloe Shrager, Los Angeles Times, 27 Mar. 2026
The Prince and Princess of Wales will be key allies on this transitional journey, which comes at a time of deep crisis for the British religious institution.
—Stefania Conrieri, Vanity Fair, 27 Mar. 2026
Verb
The ash people’s perspective allies them with the group looking to strip-mine Pandora’s resources.
—David Sims, The Atlantic, 19 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for allies
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By the time the final seconds ticked off the clock, many Houston fans had cleared out and the Illinois supporters stood and cheered as their team celebrated.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
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Ghio was the assistant child advocate before her nomination to lead the office, and her supporters say her track record is admirable.—
Mark Pazniokas,
Hartford Courant,
26 Mar. 2026
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Combine that with annual appearances from the country’s best music ensembles and this fest is a sure winner no matter who is on stage — at least when the weather cooperates.—
Ray Mark Rinaldi,
Denver Post,
16 Mar. 2026
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If the weather cooperates next winter, the bulbs can perform well again.—
Mary Marlowe Leverette,
Southern Living,
6 Mar. 2026
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The Houston Barbecue Festival unites many of the city’s top barbecue joints.—
Aviva Bechky,
Houston Chronicle,
28 Mar. 2026
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Republicans and Democrats prioritize keeping gas prices low Keeping the price at the pump down is the rare goal that unites Americans in both major political parties.—
Linley Sanders,
Chicago Tribune,
25 Mar. 2026
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The exec brought up how Arte federates a network of 14 public broadcasters, has programs available in seven languages, and maintains strong ties with the creative ecosystem across Europe.—
Rafa Sales Ross,
Variety,
17 Mar. 2026
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The first release of an eight-album series in which American composer and pianist Michael Harrison collaborates with a global assortment of artists combining Eastern and Western musical traditions.—
Arts Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
27 Mar. 2026
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In this deeply intimate and haunting documentary, Alan Berliner posthumously collaborates with his friend and colleague, experimental New York City filmmaker Benita Raphan, who died by suicide during the COVID-19 pandemic.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
12 Mar. 2026
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These are in addition to private members clubs The Wilde and Cipriani, among other highlights.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
16 Jan. 2026
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Shane Stant clubs Kerrigan on the knee and flees the scene.—
Assistant Sports Editor,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Jan. 2026
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“Allies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/allies. Accessed 2 Apr. 2026.
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