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 authors do not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and have disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.
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Abby Frank, The Conversation, 5 Nov. 2025
But candidates’ political affiliations are easily viewable through North Carolina voter registration data, and both Mecklenburg County Democrats and the Mecklenburg County Republican Party endorsed candidates in this year’s school board contests.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 5 Nov. 2025
The majority of those listed are liberal candidates, though their party affiliations vary.
—David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 5 Nov. 2025
These are not endorsements but quiet affiliations, as though the garments themselves found their way to kindred spirits.
—Maria Williams, USA Today, 4 Nov. 2025
Newport is a democrat, according to a response to a fan’s tweet asking about her political affiliations.
—MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Oct. 2025
The group pledged support for the creatives known as the Hollywood Ten, who were cited for contempt of Congress after refusing to address the House Un-American Activities Committee about supposed communist affiliations.
—Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 27 Oct. 2025
One of the six others who were shot is a current Lincoln University student, another is an alumnus, and the others did not have direct affiliations with the school, de Barrena-Sarobe said.
—Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 26 Oct. 2025
That sentiment is consistent across political party affiliations, according to the AARP.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2025
Abby Frank, The Conversation, 5 Nov. 2025
But candidates’ political affiliations are easily viewable through North Carolina voter registration data, and both Mecklenburg County Democrats and the Mecklenburg County Republican Party endorsed candidates in this year’s school board contests.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 5 Nov. 2025
The majority of those listed are liberal candidates, though their party affiliations vary.
—David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 5 Nov. 2025
These are not endorsements but quiet affiliations, as though the garments themselves found their way to kindred spirits.
—Maria Williams, USA Today, 4 Nov. 2025
Newport is a democrat, according to a response to a fan’s tweet asking about her political affiliations.
—MSNBC Newsweek, 29 Oct. 2025
The group pledged support for the creatives known as the Hollywood Ten, who were cited for contempt of Congress after refusing to address the House Un-American Activities Committee about supposed communist affiliations.
—Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 27 Oct. 2025
One of the six others who were shot is a current Lincoln University student, another is an alumnus, and the others did not have direct affiliations with the school, de Barrena-Sarobe said.
—Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 26 Oct. 2025
That sentiment is consistent across political party affiliations, according to the AARP.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for affiliations
Noun
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Over time, pathways in the brain are formed that translate certain associations with libido.—
Rachel Murray,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Nov. 2025
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The actual culling is reserved for licensed hunters and local hunting associations, some of whom do it recreationally or as a part-time job.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
7 Nov. 2025
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Such partnerships could prove a boon to XRP, the native token of the XRP Ledger, a decentralized blockchain aimed to service fast and low-cost transactions.—
Liz Napolitano,
CNBC,
10 Nov. 2025
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Even so, partnerships are starting to form.—
Liam Tharme,
New York Times,
10 Nov. 2025
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International relationships, meanwhile, are strained by wars, trade battles and deep disagreement over the future direction of the energy economy.—
Jeff Young,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
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Since its founding, Facebook has described itself as a kind of public service that fosters relationships.—
Damon Beres,
The Atlantic,
5 Nov. 2025
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More collaborations with founder friends, Hadid hinted, could be on the horizon.—
Noor Lobad,
Footwear News,
7 Nov. 2025
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The organization uses brand collaborations to raise funds for LGBTQ+ advocacy organizations.—
Charna Flam,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
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Multiple high-ranking military officials with connections to the Rocket Force, including two former defense ministers, have been removed from their posts in the last two years alone, with official reports hinting at corruption related to the PLA’s uptick in the procurement of weapons.—
Tamara Qiblawi,
CNN Money,
7 Nov. 2025
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It's never been more important to lead with empathy, prioritize well-being and preserve the human connections that make organizations thrive.—
Kelly Jones,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Nov. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Affiliations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/affiliations. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.
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