BAND TOGETHER Synonyms: 57 Similar and Opposite Words

band (together)

verb

Definition of band (together)

as in to cooperate

to participate or assist in a joint effort to accomplish an end we're banding together to oppose the construction of one of those big-box stores in our town

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as in to unite

to form or enter into an association that furthers the interests of its members small farmers banded together to oppose the interests of the agricultural giants

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Paradoxically, status-seeking can also promote equality, when cooperating to gain status diffuses status throughout the community.

— Christopher von Rueden, The Conversation, 3 Oct. 2026
Saudi Arabia does not have formal diplomatic ties with Israel, but the countries have long cooperated on security and intelligence matters through alternative channels.

— DEMOCRAT-GAZETTE STAFF FROM WIRE REPORTS, Arkansas Online, 2 Oct. 2026

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By uniting Eastern cultural references, uncompromising craftsmanship, and conscious sustainability, Songmont continues to cultivate a distinct cultural identity and voice on the global stage.

— Footwear News, Footwear News, 6 Oct. 2026
The merger will also unite two of the five biggest Hollywood studios; dozens of television channels; and two of the biggest US TV news divisions, CNN and CBS News.

— Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of unite

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Food and drink It only made sense for Hotel 28 Myeongdong to collaborate with a restaurant as proudly Korean as its founder.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Oct. 2026
Roberts collaborated with renowned flute player Katisse Buckingham, who played jazz flute and Tim Loo, who assembled a group of musicians.

— Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 3 Oct. 2026

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