as in collective
used or done by a number of people as a group
a culture in which the raising of children is regarded as a collaborative endeavor for a whole village
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Recent Examples of collaborative
Presented across four venues in Lagos and Ibadan, the program features solo and collaborative projects, institutional exhibitions, screenings, and talks.
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Photovogue, Vogue, 25 Oct. 2025
Nelson has also released 1994’s Christmas With Willie Nelson, 1997’s Hill Country Christmas, and 1995’s Pancho, Lefty, and Rudolph, a collaborative Xmas album with Merle Haggard.
—Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 25 Oct. 2025
Under Seminci director José Luis Cienfuegos, who took over the helm in 2023, the festival’s industrial strategy has become sharper and more collaborative.
—Emiliano De Pablos, Variety, 24 Oct. 2025
The collaborative infrastructure involves connecting Fashion Business Management students with their peers in the college’s Bachelor of Fine Arts Fashion Design program.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2025
Early in the project, the federal agency handling the building -- the National Park Service is leading the ballroom project -- begins sharing concepts of the building, including about 10% of the design drawings, for a collaborative consultation process, according to Bryant.
—Peter Charalambous, ABC News, 23 Oct. 2025
Additionally, the band will release a new, collaborative version of their latest studio album, FOREVER (Legendary Edition), which features Bruce Springsteen, Lainey Wilson, Jelly Roll, Robbie Williams, Avril Lavigne and more.
—Shyla Watson, PEOPLE, 22 Oct. 2025
The not-so-blank canvas for this automotive expression is an example of the original Pantera, the collaborative vision of Alejandro de Tomaso, an expatriate of Argentina residing in Italy at the time, and the Ford Motor Company.
—Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 20 Oct. 2025
Engaging in cross-sector dialogue and participating in industry groups can further enhance awareness of sector-specific risks and foster a more informed, collaborative approach to business planning.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 18 Oct. 2025
Photovogue, Vogue, 25 Oct. 2025
Nelson has also released 1994’s Christmas With Willie Nelson, 1997’s Hill Country Christmas, and 1995’s Pancho, Lefty, and Rudolph, a collaborative Xmas album with Merle Haggard.
—Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 25 Oct. 2025
Under Seminci director José Luis Cienfuegos, who took over the helm in 2023, the festival’s industrial strategy has become sharper and more collaborative.
—Emiliano De Pablos, Variety, 24 Oct. 2025
The collaborative infrastructure involves connecting Fashion Business Management students with their peers in the college’s Bachelor of Fine Arts Fashion Design program.
—Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2025
Early in the project, the federal agency handling the building -- the National Park Service is leading the ballroom project -- begins sharing concepts of the building, including about 10% of the design drawings, for a collaborative consultation process, according to Bryant.
—Peter Charalambous, ABC News, 23 Oct. 2025
Additionally, the band will release a new, collaborative version of their latest studio album, FOREVER (Legendary Edition), which features Bruce Springsteen, Lainey Wilson, Jelly Roll, Robbie Williams, Avril Lavigne and more.
—Shyla Watson, PEOPLE, 22 Oct. 2025
The not-so-blank canvas for this automotive expression is an example of the original Pantera, the collaborative vision of Alejandro de Tomaso, an expatriate of Argentina residing in Italy at the time, and the Ford Motor Company.
—Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 20 Oct. 2025
Engaging in cross-sector dialogue and participating in industry groups can further enhance awareness of sector-specific risks and foster a more informed, collaborative approach to business planning.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 18 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for collaborative
Adjective
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The frustration that had been simmering throughout a dreadful collective display reached combustion levels.—
Jacob Tanswell,
New York Times,
23 Oct. 2025
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After the gang successfully takes down Godolkin by embracing supe differences and leaning on their collective power, Polarity ultimately makes the choice to stay behind, charging himself with taking care of the rest of the school’s young supes.—
Abbey White,
HollywoodReporter,
22 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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On Sunday, he’s scheduled to have a meeting with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, followed by a joint signing ceremony with the prime ministers of Thailand and Cambodia.—
Preston Fore,
Fortune,
25 Oct. 2025
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Exposure to the substance has been linked to a wide range of health impacts, including developmental problems, nervous system damage and hearing problems in children; and high blood pressure, joint pain and reproductive problems in adults.—
Madeline Holcombe,
CNN Money,
25 Oct. 2025
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Schade and Ouattara have struggled with limited opportunities, scoring one of their six combined big chances.—
Anantaajith Raghuraman,
New York Times,
23 Oct. 2025
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The kids navigate plenty of teen-movie tropes, too, but their combined magnetism lifts the entire movie.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
22 Oct. 2025
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Ours is a communal bond, and it will not be broken, simply paused.—
Mackenzie Cummings-Grady,
Billboard,
22 Oct. 2025
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California remains vulnerable to devastating fires, but recent developments there help one imagine the path toward a more comprehensive and communal fire-prevention strategy.—
Ingfei Chen,
New Yorker,
22 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Our mutual faith became a bridge to one another, not a barrier.—
John Blake,
CNN Money,
26 Oct. 2025
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Since the collapse of the Soviet Union, successive American presidents have entered office and engaged with Russia under the illusion that personal relationships with Russia’s leaders, mutual economic interest and appeasement of Russian demands would transform Russia’s role in the world.—
Kathleen Collins,
Twin Cities,
26 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The driver consented to a search, Bettison said, and the two female occupants were cooperative with police.—
Andrea May Sahouri,
Freep.com,
22 Oct. 2025
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The other male involved in the incident remained on scene until officers arrived and was cooperative with officers and detectives, according to the release.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
20 Oct. 2025
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Those who spoke shared concerns about the disconnect and mistrust between the community and police.—
Jade Jackson,
IndyStar,
23 Oct. 2025
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For families who value that approach, Carruth’s books offer a thoughtful and accessible way to encourage shared reading and meaningful connection.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
22 Oct. 2025
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“Collaborative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/collaborative. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025.
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