as in supporter
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 to cooperate
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 ally
Aysha Bagchi, USA Today, 19 July 2025
For European allies, the corridor offers a pathway toward genuine energy diversification.
—Güney Yıldız, Forbes.com, 18 July 2025
Nik Popli, Time, 23 June 2025
But the strikes also present a newly dangerous moment in a region already reeling from dramatic changes – most wrought by Israeli military force – since Hamas militants allied to Iran attacked Israel from Gaza in October 2023, killing 1,250 Israelis and taking 250 hostages.
—Dina Kraft, Christian Science Monitor, 22 June 2025
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Noun
Even Republican allies have pressured the president this week over the Epstein files.
—Aysha Bagchi, USA Today, 19 July 2025
For European allies, the corridor offers a pathway toward genuine energy diversification.
—Güney Yıldız, Forbes.com, 18 July 2025
Verb
In addition to potentially striking American military bases across the Middle East, Iran may also consider striking oil infrastructure in Gulf states allied with the United States.
—Nik Popli, Time, 23 June 2025
But the strikes also present a newly dangerous moment in a region already reeling from dramatic changes – most wrought by Israeli military force – since Hamas militants allied to Iran attacked Israel from Gaza in October 2023, killing 1,250 Israelis and taking 250 hostages.
—Dina Kraft, Christian Science Monitor, 22 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ally
Noun
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The President’s supporters have expressed anger and frustration over how the Administration has handled the case in the wake of the move.—
Chantelle Lee,
Time,
14 July 2025
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Ryan was the sole supporter of his family at the time of his death, per the fundraising page.—
Toria Sheffield,
People.com,
13 July 2025
Verb
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The law subjects stablecoin issuers to the Bank Secrecy Act, obligating them to verify customers, track transactions, and cooperate with federal authorities.—
Becca Bratcher,
Forbes.com,
19 July 2025
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Lawrence, who left before Shanda was set on fire and cooperated early with police, was sentenced to 20 years for criminal confinement.—
Christina Coulter,
People.com,
19 July 2025
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Despite the unprecedented tragedy, the team united in their decision to compete.—
Eric Noll,
ABC News,
15 July 2025
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The Sunshine Genetics Consortium, formed under the Act, unites leading researchers, clinicians, and biotech innovators from across Florida’s top institutions.—
William A. Haseltine,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
Verb
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The two musicians have collaborated extensively on various projects.—
Wesley Stenzel,
EW.com,
19 July 2025
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Lucid, autonomous driving company Nuro, and Uber are collaborating on robotaxi service.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
19 July 2025
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“Ally.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ally. Accessed 26 Jul. 2025.
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