as in international
involving more than two groups or countries
a multilateral treaty/agreement
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Recent Examples of multilateral
The multilateral safety net that boards have been quietly assuming exists is being dismantled.
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Tj Marlin, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
Since joining the World Trade Organization (WTO) in 2001, China’s rise has been defined by integration into global markets, multilateral institutions, and sprawling supply chains.
—Yu Jie, Time, 13 May 2026
For now, the UAE isn’t considering any further withdrawals from multilateral organizations, an official told CNN on Wednesday.
—Tal Shalev, CNN Money, 1 May 2026
The United Kingdom and France have already launched a multilateral effort involving 30+ nations toward securing the strait that could eventually involve deploying military assets if a peace deal is reached, according to those countries' governments.
—Mariam Khan, ABC News, 30 Apr. 2026
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Tj Marlin, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
Since joining the World Trade Organization (WTO) in 2001, China’s rise has been defined by integration into global markets, multilateral institutions, and sprawling supply chains.
—Yu Jie, Time, 13 May 2026
For now, the UAE isn’t considering any further withdrawals from multilateral organizations, an official told CNN on Wednesday.
—Tal Shalev, CNN Money, 1 May 2026
The United Kingdom and France have already launched a multilateral effort involving 30+ nations toward securing the strait that could eventually involve deploying military assets if a peace deal is reached, according to those countries' governments.
—Mariam Khan, ABC News, 30 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for multilateral
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Iran also committed to open its facilities to extensive international inspections in exchange for the sanctions relief and unfreezing of its foreign assets.—
Swapna Venugopal Ramaswamy,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
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For a few weeks, concerns about skyrocketing housing costs and gentrification, brought on by the city’s increasing popularity as a place to settle down, are taking a back seat to the sheer fun of international soccer.—
Jack Flemming,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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Composed of French, Italian and American troops, this multinational force in Lebanon was tasked to act as a buffer zone between feuding parties and provide port security to Palestinian fighters leaving Lebanon.—
Mireille Rebeiz,
The Conversation,
18 June 2026
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France and Germany look likely to turn to homegrown or other multinational projects respectively to fill the fighter-jet gap.—
Joseph Ataman,
CNN Money,
13 June 2026
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Minsch added that Switzerland’s reliance on highly qualified foreign workers, especially in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, technology and healthcare.—
Chloe Taylor,
CNBC,
13 June 2026
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The State Department has designated Tren de Aragua a foreign terrorist organization.—
Christian Martinez,
USA Today,
13 June 2026
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These events are not just iconic competitions and multicultural celebrations—they’re also marketing platforms for the world’s largest brands.—
Harvard Business Review,
Harvard Business Review,
10 June 2026
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Vancouver and Toronto are showcasing their multicultural pride.—
Daniel Wine,
CNN Money,
10 June 2026
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“Multilateral.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/multilateral. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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