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as in relationship
the fact or state of having something in common
a variety of political factions are attracted to that presidential contender, but there doesn't appear to be much of a liaison between them and the candidate
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as in partnership
the state of having shared interests or efforts (as in social or business matters)
the strong liaison between the parents and teachers is based on the fact that both have the students' best interests at heart
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Recent Examples of liaison
With an outsized role, first as a Bad Boy Records liaison and then as chief of staff for the rap and fashion mogul’s multi-pronged company, she’s had an uncommon hand in his personal life since she was promoted to her top role in 2020.
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Kevin Dolak, HollywoodReporter, 26 June 2025
Hobbs was eventually rehired through another secretive process as a parent liaison and then the board’s chief of staff before again being dismissed with a six-figure severance package.
—Jay Steiger, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 June 2025
At the meeting, Redwood’s thimerosal presentation faced broad pushback from ACIP liaison members — experts from certain health and medical groups who do not vote but often advise and weigh in on discussions.
—Brenda Goodman, CNN Money, 27 June 2025
Multiple liaison members of the panel, representing outside groups, objected to the committee bypassing the rigorous, usually monthslong CDC systemic review process that studies evidence on the need, impact and feasibility of new recommendations.
—Nicole Brown Chau, CBS News, 26 June 2025
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Kevin Dolak, HollywoodReporter, 26 June 2025
Hobbs was eventually rehired through another secretive process as a parent liaison and then the board’s chief of staff before again being dismissed with a six-figure severance package.
—Jay Steiger, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 June 2025
At the meeting, Redwood’s thimerosal presentation faced broad pushback from ACIP liaison members — experts from certain health and medical groups who do not vote but often advise and weigh in on discussions.
—Brenda Goodman, CNN Money, 27 June 2025
Multiple liaison members of the panel, representing outside groups, objected to the committee bypassing the rigorous, usually monthslong CDC systemic review process that studies evidence on the need, impact and feasibility of new recommendations.
—Nicole Brown Chau, CBS News, 26 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for liaison
Noun
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He’s considered a work-in-progress defensively, learning a lot from his close relationship with Cincinnati Reds catcher Jose Trevino.—
Brendan Kuty,
New York Times,
31 July 2025
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The fictional Leanne’s husband Bill (Ryan Stiles) abruptly leaves her for a younger woman, forcing her to reevaluate her relationships.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
31 July 2025
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This article was produced for ProPublica’s Local Reporting Network in partnership with The Bangor Daily News.—
ProPublica,
ProPublica,
20 July 2025
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This story was originally published by Inside Climate News and shared in partnership with the Florida Climate Reporting Network, a multi-newsroom initiative founded by the Miami Herald, the Sun-Sentinel, The Palm Beach Post, the Orlando Sentinel, WLRN Public Media and the Tampa Bay Times.—
Peter Aldous,
Miami Herald,
20 July 2025
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By 2001, one research team found that kinship families in at least 26 states could be denied financial support.—
Jayme Fraser,
USA Today,
16 June 2025
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There is a sense of kinship as Trump was indicted in 2023 for his efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 U.S. presidential election.—
Orianna Rosa Royle,
Fortune,
9 July 2025
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But Amy’s association with Rachel may have ultimately been her undoing, as other players looked to weaken the Big Brother legend by taking out her closest ally, leading to the 43-year-old insurance agent’s unanimous 13-0 ouster on Thursday’s live eviction episode.—
Dalton Ross,
EW.com,
25 July 2025
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Epstein’s association with the rich and famous has garnered great international interest and spun off conspiracy theories, especially among those on the right.—
Solcyré Burga,
Time,
25 July 2025
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The navies of Iran, Russia and China are holding military drills off the coast of Iran this week in a bid to boost cooperation, according to Iranian media.—
Amira El-Fekki,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 July 2025
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The two reportedly discussed cooperation ranging from joint counterterrorism initiatives to economic investment and infrastructure.—
Jack Rosen,
New York Daily News,
21 July 2025
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Wallen did his best throughout to nurture the connection he’s been building with his ever-growing fan base this whole time.—
Ed Masley,
USA Today,
20 July 2025
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At the heart of Patterson Farms is its connection to the community.—
Bates Homes,
Idaho Statesman,
20 July 2025
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How do Americans' views of Trump differ by party affiliation?—
Jenna Prestininzi,
Freep.com,
29 July 2025
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Member Sarah Newberry Moore, whose affiliation with MYC goes back to her grandfather, competed on the 2024 U.S. team in the Nacra 17 co-ed catamaran.—
Linda Robertson,
Miami Herald,
29 July 2025
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“Liaison.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/liaison. Accessed 3 Aug. 2025.
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