1
as in organization
a group of persons formally joined together for some common interest
they're a brotherhood of retired war veterans
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2
as in fraternity
the body of people in a profession or field of activity
a family that has been part of the brotherhood of police officers for four generations
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as in community
the feeling of closeness and friendship that exists between companions
the brotherhood that existed between the medical missionaries and the villagers they served
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as in friendship
kindly concern, interest, or support
in a display of brotherhood, other writers rushed to the defense of the jailed journalist
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Recent Examples of brotherhood
His passion, loyalty, and love for this brotherhood will never be forgotten.
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Peter D'abrosca, FOXNews.com, 4 Apr. 2025
That sense of brotherhood and trust extended to the bond between Cole and Liu.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 28 Feb. 2025
The creativity the brothers bring from four decades of producing concerts and exploring design around the world while touring has injected a fresh perspective to HGTV, while their brotherhood has endeared them to viewers.
—Leena Tailor, HollywoodReporter, 26 Apr. 2025
He was entrenched in an exclusive brotherhood with teammates and classmates.
—Jeff Zrebiec, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
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Peter D'abrosca, FOXNews.com, 4 Apr. 2025
That sense of brotherhood and trust extended to the bond between Cole and Liu.
—Dan Perry, Newsweek, 28 Feb. 2025
The creativity the brothers bring from four decades of producing concerts and exploring design around the world while touring has injected a fresh perspective to HGTV, while their brotherhood has endeared them to viewers.
—Leena Tailor, HollywoodReporter, 26 Apr. 2025
He was entrenched in an exclusive brotherhood with teammates and classmates.
—Jeff Zrebiec, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for brotherhood
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In honor of the organization’s 40th anniversary, President and CEO Sarah Kate Ellis spoke about GLAAD’s achievements, impact and future.—
Matt Alderton,
USA Today,
4 June 2025
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The Gaza Humanitarian Fund, the American organization, has given out, so far, like nearly 8 million meals to the people of Gaza through these aid distribution.—
Steve Inskeep,
NPR,
4 June 2025
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The ceremony was open to all graduates and Washington’s fraternity encouraged students to wear items signifying their identity or culture.—
Nicquel Terry Ellis,
CNN Money,
24 May 2025
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Daniel was studying computer science and is survived by his mother, according to the fraternity.—
Julia Bonavita,
FOXNews.com,
23 May 2025
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Support for Trump among likely Cuban American voters in Miami was at an all-time high on the eve of last year’s election, according to a poll by Florida International University, which has been tracking the Cuban American community since 1991.—
Joshua Goodman,
Los Angeles Times,
27 May 2025
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Mayor Brandon Johnson will push forward this spring an ordinance designed to reform land-use policies that environmentalists say for decades led to pollution in Black and Latino communities.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
27 May 2025
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Kate Hudson and Mindy Kaling’s friendship began in classic Hollywood fashion: while being snubbed at an Oscar party.—
Kara Warner,
Los Angeles Times,
27 May 2025
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Here’s to the end of a wild ride—and the beginning of friendships and lessons that will last a lifetime.—
Jason Pham,
StyleCaster,
27 May 2025
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The name of the president of the harbor commission, Pietro Di Carlo, a leading citizen of San Pedro, had come up in the investigation in connection with a contract with a troubled development company that Di Carlo had had associations with.—
Patt Morrison,
Los Angeles Times,
24 May 2025
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Upstream Focus is Sourcing Journal’s series of conversations with suppliers, associations and sourcing professionals to get their insights on the state of sourcing, innovations in manufacturing and how to improve operations.—
Sarah Jones,
Sourcing Journal,
23 May 2025
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With the show, the verité filmmaker aims to uncover the human element of this high-gloss profession.—
Angelique Jackson,
Variety,
4 June 2025
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The profession requires nuanced assessment, relationship-building, and constant intervention adjustment that AI simply cannot replicate.—
Dr. Aviva Legatt,
Forbes.com,
4 June 2025
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This heartbreaking but optimistic memoir urges readers to confront inequality and consider their role in the struggle for justice; a call to action for a more just society.—
Newsweek Staff,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 May 2025
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While studies have found that bed bugs have been on Earth since the dinosaurs, the estimated 90 species of the arthropods shared a fairly stable symbiotic relationship with their hosts – until human ancestors began forming societies and living in close proximity.—
Bronwyn Thompson,
New Atlas,
28 May 2025
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In addition to being a measure of state power, hegemony reflects the ability of a single nation to influence both the actions of others and the rules, norms and institutions that govern international politics.—
Andrew Latham,
The Conversation,
30 May 2025
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Regional context also incentivizes institutions to better serve their local economies.—
Matt Gandal,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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“Brotherhood.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brotherhood. Accessed 7 Jun. 2025.
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