as in cooperation
the work and activity of a number of persons who individually contribute toward the efficiency of the whole an operation requiring precise coordination among all branches of the armed forces

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Recent Examples of coordination The system is also integrated with broader space domain awareness networks and joint multi-domain operations, improving intelligence sharing and operational coordination. Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 29 Sep. 2025 Key Takeaways Alcohol and Benadryl both depress the central nervous system (CNS), and combining them can dramatically worsen side effects like drowsiness, slowed breathing, confusion, and impaired coordination. Alex Yampolsky, Verywell Health, 29 Sep. 2025 But along with efficient coordination, weaver ants’ physical traits appear to give them an edge. Rohini Subrahmanyam, Scientific American, 29 Sep. 2025 Bluntly, Emery sought coordination, not tempers flaring and chaos. Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 29 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for coordination
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Noun
  • There’s no legal definition of a sanctuary jurisdiction, but the term generally refers to governments with policies limiting cooperation with immigration authorities.
    Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 30 Sep. 2025
  • The deal also includes the cooperation of CINEKITA, one of the region’s top dubbing and subtitling houses, and the Nigerian studio Nile Group, led by Moses Babatope.
    Zac Ntim, Deadline, 30 Sep. 2025
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  • What started as a small collaboration grew into a global movement, now marked each year by millions who wear pink ribbons, participate in walks, and push for advances in research and early detection.
    Dr. Noor Shaik, ABC News, 1 Oct. 2025
  • Featuring a wealth of interviews, Joan Bonfill’s intimate and insightful documentary portrait delves into the mysterious chemistry of creative collaboration.
    Christian Blauvelt, IndieWire, 30 Sep. 2025

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“Coordination.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coordination. Accessed 6 Oct. 2025.

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