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as in partnership
the state of having shared interests or efforts (as in social or business matters)
a documentary film on the battle that was produced in collaboration with a society of historical reenactors
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as in coordination
the work and activity of a number of persons who individually contribute toward the efficiency of the whole
our collaboration produced a better result than any of us could have achieved alone
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Recent Examples of collaboration
This experimental collaboration between a Guatemalan cellist and an American guitarist was conceived when Fratti, the cellist, praised Orcutt’s work publicly, prompting the latter to get in touch — the two worked on the album mostly in remote sessions.
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Brendan Ruberry, semafor.com, 3 June 2026
The two-seat fighter jet has been developed by Saab in collaboration with Brazil.
—Abhishek Bhardwaj, Interesting Engineering, 3 June 2026
Taylor Capuano, Ella Halikas and Casey Sarai pop in different shades of pink at the Ella Halikas x CAKES collaboration event during Miami Swim Week on May 29.
—People Staff, PEOPLE, 3 June 2026
Time Machine Maidan is a Babylon ‘13 production in collaboration with Suspilne Ukraine and co-produced by Germany’s Trimafilm.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 3 June 2026
As a bespoke craftsman himself, Boateng is particular about his collaborations.
—Mary Wenthur, Footwear News, 3 June 2026
The studio is already becoming a place for collaboration.
—Kansas City Star, 3 June 2026
Some focus on automation and account syncing, while others emphasize customization, financial planning tools or collaboration features.
—Faith Wakefield, USA Today, 3 June 2026
The legislation includes measures that ban ICE agents from wearing face coverings, prohibit ICE activity on city property, limit Philadelphia police collaboration with ICE and strengthen protections against discrimination based on citizenship and immigration status.
—Laura Fay, CBS News, 3 June 2026
Brendan Ruberry, semafor.com, 3 June 2026
The two-seat fighter jet has been developed by Saab in collaboration with Brazil.
—Abhishek Bhardwaj, Interesting Engineering, 3 June 2026
Taylor Capuano, Ella Halikas and Casey Sarai pop in different shades of pink at the Ella Halikas x CAKES collaboration event during Miami Swim Week on May 29.
—People Staff, PEOPLE, 3 June 2026
Time Machine Maidan is a Babylon ‘13 production in collaboration with Suspilne Ukraine and co-produced by Germany’s Trimafilm.
—Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 3 June 2026
As a bespoke craftsman himself, Boateng is particular about his collaborations.
—Mary Wenthur, Footwear News, 3 June 2026
The studio is already becoming a place for collaboration.
—Kansas City Star, 3 June 2026
Some focus on automation and account syncing, while others emphasize customization, financial planning tools or collaboration features.
—Faith Wakefield, USA Today, 3 June 2026
The legislation includes measures that ban ICE agents from wearing face coverings, prohibit ICE activity on city property, limit Philadelphia police collaboration with ICE and strengthen protections against discrimination based on citizenship and immigration status.
—Laura Fay, CBS News, 3 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for collaboration
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The stakes are high for Microsoft, which was one of the first tech companies to make a big bet on AI, through a $13 billion partnership with OpenAI, but then lost its early lead as various rivals joined the race.—
Sebastian Herrera,
Fortune,
29 May 2026
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Through partnerships with farmers across the United States, Smyth delivers high quality ingredients, creativity, unique pairings and the flavors of the Midwest.—
Hannah Hudnall,
USA Today,
29 May 2026
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Even advanced swarms often depend on stable communications and relatively simple coordination logic.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
30 May 2026
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That event proved how having real-time, cross-regional coordination mechanisms already in place can ultimately save a grid under siege.—
Sufan Jiang,
Fortune,
30 May 2026
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Their mother made Jerry her health proxy and Arnold the executor of her will, forcing in effect their cooperation.—
Theater Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2026
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More relevant to the Leonard allegations, Ballmer also objected to Sanberg’s cooperation in the NBA investigation.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
2 June 2026
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Lexi passes on the opportunity to work at the OnlyFans house, but at least her relationship with her sister is mended.—
Rafaela Bassili,
Vulture,
1 June 2026
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Good ex-etiquette means considering how your decisions impact your co-parenting structure, not just your romantic relationship.—
Jann Blackstone,
Boston Herald,
31 May 2026
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The Star, which also looked into the killing, revealed that Jordan’s associations with organized crime figures, as well as his apparent disregard for angering them, likely contributed to his death.—
Eleanor Nash,
Kansas City Star,
1 June 2026
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The association said a fourth climber, Mārtiņš Bilzēns, survived the fall and was in critical condition.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
1 June 2026
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The two candidates who receive the most votes, regardless of party affiliation, will progress to the general election in November.—
Andrea Flores,
Los Angeles Times,
31 May 2026
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The top two vote-getters, regardless of party affiliation, will advance to the general election in November.—
Josh Meyer,
USA Today,
31 May 2026
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Four people have been arrested and charged in connection with a utility wire theft that caused $50,000 in damage and knocked out telecom services for 10,000 customers in Fremont, police said.—
Jason Green,
Mercury News,
29 May 2026
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The couples and connections that formed also became beloved by viewers, especially for the reunion of Serena Page and Kordell Beckham, who ultimately won that season.—
Carolyn Burt,
Oc Register,
29 May 2026
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“Collaboration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/collaboration. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.
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