as in peers
a fellow worker
on her first day at work her colleagues went out of their way to make her feel welcome
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Recent Examples of colleagues
Their decisions came the day before the House returned to Washington and as both faced the prospect of being expelled from the chamber by their colleagues.
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ABC News, 15 Apr. 2026
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and his colleagues in other states are reportedly scrutinizing the merger and considering legal action to block it.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 15 Apr. 2026
The stunningly swift appellate decision Tuesday came three years after Pramaggiore and McClain, as well as two colleagues, were convicted in the ComEd Four case, which grew into one of the biggest political corruption scandals in state history.
—Jason Meisner, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
The Gala will feature excerpts from Clooney’s multi-Oscar-winning body of work as an actor, director, producer, and humanitarian — with appearances by actors, friends, and colleagues, and the award presentation.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 15 Apr. 2026
Booker noted that none of his Republican Senate colleagues were in attendance.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 15 Apr. 2026
Even some of my Times colleagues took a break from reporting to stop by and say hello.
—Los Angeles Times, 15 Apr. 2026
But District 2 Councilman Malcolm Graham encouraged his colleagues to provide financial support anyway.
—Charlotte Observer, 15 Apr. 2026
Senior Corporal Blow committed his career to serving the people of Dallas, and his absence will be deeply felt by his colleagues, friends, and all who had the privilege of working alongside him.
—Doug Myers, CBS News, 15 Apr. 2026
ABC News, 15 Apr. 2026
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and his colleagues in other states are reportedly scrutinizing the merger and considering legal action to block it.
—Matt Grobar, Deadline, 15 Apr. 2026
The stunningly swift appellate decision Tuesday came three years after Pramaggiore and McClain, as well as two colleagues, were convicted in the ComEd Four case, which grew into one of the biggest political corruption scandals in state history.
—Jason Meisner, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
The Gala will feature excerpts from Clooney’s multi-Oscar-winning body of work as an actor, director, producer, and humanitarian — with appearances by actors, friends, and colleagues, and the award presentation.
—Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 15 Apr. 2026
Booker noted that none of his Republican Senate colleagues were in attendance.
—Todd Spangler, Variety, 15 Apr. 2026
Even some of my Times colleagues took a break from reporting to stop by and say hello.
—Los Angeles Times, 15 Apr. 2026
But District 2 Councilman Malcolm Graham encouraged his colleagues to provide financial support anyway.
—Charlotte Observer, 15 Apr. 2026
Senior Corporal Blow committed his career to serving the people of Dallas, and his absence will be deeply felt by his colleagues, friends, and all who had the privilege of working alongside him.
—Doug Myers, CBS News, 15 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for colleagues
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Tormented by her own fears, doubted by her father’s peers, and infantilized by her older sister, Catherine (Ayo Edebiri in her Broadway debut) walks the line between self-confidence and deep distrust.—
Aramide Tinubu,
Variety,
17 Apr. 2026
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For example, to nail an interview, present in front of peers, or even just handle opposing opinions in the office.—
Orianna Rosa Royle,
Fortune,
17 Apr. 2026
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Fiapoto is only the latest Tre-4 member to face serious charges in Contra Costa, where five members and associates were sent to prison last year for a series of jewelry robberies, including one that resulted in a homicide in Lafayette.—
Nate Gartrell,
Mercury News,
17 Apr. 2026
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The crony capitalism of Orban’s network of associates — and the spending of taxpayer and EU funds on pet projects in his hometown — painted a picture of corruption and caused Brussels to withhold billions of euros in support.—
Lionel Laurent,
Twin Cities,
17 Apr. 2026
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Cubans living in South Florida overwhelmingly support some form of military intervention in their home country, according to a new poll published Thursday by CBS Miami partners at The Miami Herald.—
Morgan Rynor,
CBS News,
16 Apr. 2026
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Officials are looking for partners to help build World Cup stadiums, rather than handing millions to sports stars.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
16 Apr. 2026
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In the 1850s, company managers were alarmed to find out shipping workers were opening crates and marking P&G containers with stars to help coworkers who couldn’t read.—
Alexander Coolidge,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
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Staff also remembered him as a constant source of support for coworkers — someone who checked in during difficult moments and made sure others were okay.—
Zachary Bynum,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2026
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A lot of my high school buddies — and college guys, too — were joining.—
Bill Shaikin,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Apr. 2026
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One of his battle buddies lost was Master Sgt.—
Reg Chapman,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2026
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“Colleagues.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/colleagues. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.
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