as in supporters
someone associated with another to give assistance or moral support
in trying to convince his parents to send him to soccer camp, the youngster had a strong ally in his coach
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as in cooperates
to form or enter into an association that furthers the interests of its members
the area's small grape growers have allied and formed a cooperative that will help them get the best prices
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Recent Examples of allies
Katherine J. Wu, The Atlantic, 5 Sep. 2025
Still, opposition figures like María Corina Machado insist that Maduro and powerful allies such as Diosdado Cabello have long orchestrated the gang’s rise.
—Emily Goodin, Miami Herald, 5 Sep. 2025
In an unprecedented move, Kennedy fired all ACIP members in June and replaced them with his allies, including several vaccine opponents.
—Dominique Mosbergen, Time, 5 Sep. 2025
The two allies agreed on the deal in July but Japanese officials discovered days later the preliminary deal had added 15% on existing rates and objected.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 5 Sep. 2025
In doing so, Julia and Brian have found unlikely allies in each other.
—Max Gao, HollywoodReporter, 5 Sep. 2025
China and India were more than happy to step in when Ukraine’s Western allies slapped sanctions on Russian oil, a key moneymaker for Moscow.
—Ivana Kottasová, CNN Money, 4 Sep. 2025
Either way, the lonely corners of Europe that dared to question Israeli policy—Spain, Ireland, Belgium, Slovenia, Norway—look likely to acquire a few new allies.
—Jack Sheehan
september 4, Literary Hub, 4 Sep. 2025
Zelenskyy and Ukraine allies meet in Paris, hope to gain US backing.
—Rebecca Morin, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025
Noun
Within scientific branches of government, the currency of checks and balances has always been data; Kennedy and his allies have forcibly dismantled those guardrails.
—Katherine J. Wu, The Atlantic, 5 Sep. 2025
Still, opposition figures like María Corina Machado insist that Maduro and powerful allies such as Diosdado Cabello have long orchestrated the gang’s rise.
—Emily Goodin, Miami Herald, 5 Sep. 2025
In an unprecedented move, Kennedy fired all ACIP members in June and replaced them with his allies, including several vaccine opponents.
—Dominique Mosbergen, Time, 5 Sep. 2025
The two allies agreed on the deal in July but Japanese officials discovered days later the preliminary deal had added 15% on existing rates and objected.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 5 Sep. 2025
In doing so, Julia and Brian have found unlikely allies in each other.
—Max Gao, HollywoodReporter, 5 Sep. 2025
China and India were more than happy to step in when Ukraine’s Western allies slapped sanctions on Russian oil, a key moneymaker for Moscow.
—Ivana Kottasová, CNN Money, 4 Sep. 2025
Either way, the lonely corners of Europe that dared to question Israeli policy—Spain, Ireland, Belgium, Slovenia, Norway—look likely to acquire a few new allies.
—Jack Sheehan
september 4, Literary Hub, 4 Sep. 2025
Zelenskyy and Ukraine allies meet in Paris, hope to gain US backing.
—Rebecca Morin, USA Today, 4 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for allies
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After making a joke about the height of the microphone, Grande reiterated her appreciation for her supporters.—
Taylor Ardrey,
USA Today,
8 Sep. 2025
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And parents are enthusiastic supporters.—
Jemma Stephenson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 Sep. 2025
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Out on deck, the sun bar comes alive during sailaways when the weather cooperates.—
David Nikel,
Forbes.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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The controversy began when Japanese authorities announced a new initiative last week under the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), which cooperates with global partners on issues including climate change and healthcare.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
27 Aug. 2025
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What unites these companies is a commitment to improving grid resiliency, though each takes a radically different approach to battery chemistry.—
Anna Broughel,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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The goal is to create an inviting, safe space to share the heartfelt experience of diving into a taboo topic which unites all.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 Sep. 2025
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Microsoft, which has recently entered into a new partnership with NTT Data, also collaborates with Accenture and Avanade.—
Steve McDowell,
Forbes.com,
31 Aug. 2025
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His organization collaborates with several agencies across the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico, using innovative tracking technologies and training public safety officers to provide swift and effective responses.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
23 Aug. 2025
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“Allies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/allies. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.
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