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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However, the nature of ICE’s work has pushed away virtually all major cities from cooperating with ICE, leaving the federal agency largely on its own.

— Anna Giaritelli, The Washington Examiner, 19 July 2026
Police said the heightened security measures were precautionary and urged protesters to cooperate with authorities.

— Aijaz Hussain, Los Angeles Times, 19 July 2026

Definition of cooperate

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The fast growth of massive data centers has already upended races for local offices across the country, often uniting conservatives and liberals in revolting against projects in their midst.

— Marc Levy, Fortune, 23 July 2026
Adapting James Clavell’s bestselling novel, Shōgun‘s first season watched as Lord Yoshii Toranaga (Sanada) fought for his survival as his enemies in the Council of Regents united against him.

— Matt Grobar, Deadline, 23 July 2026

Definition of unite

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Scott previously collaborated with Nolan on music for Tenet (2020), and Nolan has cited the link between oral storytelling and modern rap as the inspiration for the casting.

— Hannah Abraham, Forbes.com, 18 July 2026
Additional sources recently told the National Examiner that William is furious about Harry and Meghan’s reported desire to collaborate with Netflix on the documentary.

— Allison DeGrushe, StyleCaster, 18 July 2026

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