as in associations
the state of having shared interests or efforts (as in social or business matters)
the Little League team, despite its name, the Northern Dynamites, has no affiliation with the Northern Dynamite Company
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Recent Examples of affiliations
The guest list for the funeral includes members of the royal family, the Duchess’ family, friends and representatives from her charities and regimental affiliations.
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Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 6 Sep. 2025
Mary Ellen O'Connell does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.
—Mary Ellen O'Connell, The Conversation, 4 Sep. 2025
During a hospital stay, Roy’s enfeebled mother fixates on the caste and religious affiliations of the doctors treating her—the sort of thing that will be familiar to anyone who has cringed at a diminished elder’s unfiltered prejudices.
—Rebecca Mead, New Yorker, 3 Sep. 2025
Corbis via Getty Images As social media’s influence continues to dominate the marketing, advertising and brand affiliations constructed within the fashion and beauty industries, the line between traditional model and online content creator have begun to blur.
—Elizabeth Grace Coyne, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2025
Gen Z's political affiliations, though, can be slippery.
—Marni Rose McFall, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Aug. 2025
While he was embroiled in the lawsuit, Prince Andrew's military affiliations and royal patronages were stripped, with the approval and agreement of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II.
—James Hill, ABC News, 22 Aug. 2025
UChicago Medicine is beginning discussions with other health systems about additional affiliations, Odunsi said.
—Lisa Schencker, Chicago Tribune, 20 Aug. 2025
The decennial census does not collect data on religious affiliations, according to the government agency.
—Damenica Ellis, Charlotte Observer, 6 Aug. 2025
Toria Sheffield, PEOPLE, 6 Sep. 2025
Mary Ellen O'Connell does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.
—Mary Ellen O'Connell, The Conversation, 4 Sep. 2025
During a hospital stay, Roy’s enfeebled mother fixates on the caste and religious affiliations of the doctors treating her—the sort of thing that will be familiar to anyone who has cringed at a diminished elder’s unfiltered prejudices.
—Rebecca Mead, New Yorker, 3 Sep. 2025
Corbis via Getty Images As social media’s influence continues to dominate the marketing, advertising and brand affiliations constructed within the fashion and beauty industries, the line between traditional model and online content creator have begun to blur.
—Elizabeth Grace Coyne, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2025
Gen Z's political affiliations, though, can be slippery.
—Marni Rose McFall, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 Aug. 2025
While he was embroiled in the lawsuit, Prince Andrew's military affiliations and royal patronages were stripped, with the approval and agreement of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II.
—James Hill, ABC News, 22 Aug. 2025
UChicago Medicine is beginning discussions with other health systems about additional affiliations, Odunsi said.
—Lisa Schencker, Chicago Tribune, 20 Aug. 2025
The decennial census does not collect data on religious affiliations, according to the government agency.
—Damenica Ellis, Charlotte Observer, 6 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for affiliations
Noun
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The asylum application asked whether Soliman had belonged to political parties or other associations in his home country.—
Hannah Allam,
ProPublica,
10 Sep. 2025
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Researchers believe that these past associations may be attributable to confounding.—
Sherri Gordon,
Parents,
9 Sep. 2025
Noun
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There have been various similar streamer-broadcaster partnerships struck in 2025, with Netflix’s agreement to carry the live channels and on-demand content from France’s TF1 starting 2026 arguably the most eye-catching.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
8 Sep. 2025
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The key lies in innovation—developing new approaches to old problems, nurturing solid partnerships with customers and investors, and staying ahead of the technology curve.—
Geri Stengel,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
Noun
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But the divorce never impacted the relationships Wilson formed with both her parents separately.—
Jack Beresford,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Sep. 2025
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EverPass acts as a complimentary service for commercial businesses that show sports through existing relationships with cable and satellite companies.—
Jason Clinkscales,
Sportico.com,
3 Sep. 2025
Noun
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The new studio will produce content across multiple platforms including theatrical releases, streaming services, commercial projects, gaming experiences and international collaborations.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
5 Sep. 2025
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These cities are often used as testing grounds for experimental retail, including pop-up stores, concept showrooms and cross-sector collaborations.—
Sofia Celeste,
Footwear News,
5 Sep. 2025
Noun
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This addition gives Charlotte passengers new one-stop connections to destinations across the Middle East, the Indian Subcontinent, and Asia.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Sep. 2025
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The Los Angeles experience consists mostly of such tangential connections and brief grazes of luxury.—
Joe Joyce,
The Washington Examiner,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Affiliations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/affiliations. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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