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used or done by a number of people as a group
the cleanup of the neighborhood park was a collective effort for which many people should be thanked
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Recent Examples of collective
Leigh Kiniry, CBS News, 18 June 2026
The end result, Sander said, will be a collective portrait of Reykjavík in 2026.
—Andy Battaglia, ARTnews.com, 18 June 2026
Selena Fragassi, SPIN, 10 June 2026
After being named the USA Softball Collegiate Player of the Year as a Stanford sophomore in 2024, ace pitcher NiJaree Canady followed the money to Lubbock, where Texas Tech’s name, image, and likeness collective made her college softball’s first $1 million player.
—Scott Allen, Time, 9 June 2026
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Adjective
Many parents said the collective commitment made all the difference.
—Leigh Kiniry, CBS News, 18 June 2026
The end result, Sander said, will be a collective portrait of Reykjavík in 2026.
—Andy Battaglia, ARTnews.com, 18 June 2026
Noun
Another essential Irish folk band that left their mark on the Scratch was Interference, a large Irish collective that has close associations with Glen Hansard and the movie Once.
—Selena Fragassi, SPIN, 10 June 2026
After being named the USA Softball Collegiate Player of the Year as a Stanford sophomore in 2024, ace pitcher NiJaree Canady followed the money to Lubbock, where Texas Tech’s name, image, and likeness collective made her college softball’s first $1 million player.
—Scott Allen, Time, 9 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for collective
Adjective
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Your 7th House of Partnership softens as self-worth-minded Venus arrives, inviting kinder agreements and collaborative plans that honor independence and real care.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 June 2026
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How does working with the same Better Call Saul crew help foster that familiarity that’s a prerequisite for a creative and collaborative environment?—
Natalie Oganesyan,
Deadline,
13 June 2026
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The Americans will face Australia in the second of three group-stage games next Friday in Seattle, where a draw will all but guarantee them a spot in the round of 32, something Pulisic said should be just the first objective for this team.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
13 June 2026
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The Swiss won four matches and drew twice in their European group to breeze to North America.—
Joseph Dycus,
Mercury News,
13 June 2026
Adjective
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After wrapping up their joint role as Carrie, the sisters decided to retire from acting to focus on finishing school.—
Kelly Martinez,
Entertainment Weekly,
12 June 2026
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Superintendent Brian Blake and Principal Jonathan Mitchell issued a joint two-page statement Friday disputing the parents' version of events that led to the forfeit.—
Mike Toole,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
Adjective
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The two project sites, which are across the street from each other, would produce a combined 616 apartments if San Jose officials give final approval, planning files show.—
George Avalos,
Mercury News,
18 June 2026
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As a result of the deal, PMC has acquired Vox’s leading brands, creating a combined portfolio that consists of over 25 titles and cements PMC’s position as the world’s largest digital media publisher.—
Robb Report Staff,
Robb Report,
18 June 2026
Adjective
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The open mid-modern tropical common area is equipped with two communal tables overlooking a tower of bamboo and an open kitchen where Ayurvedic meals are prepared, including daily teas made by an in-house herbalist.—
Sandra Guzmán,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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The experience extends to the quaint, communal spaces, including a club room, library, and roof deck (with unhindered skyline views).—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 June 2026
Adjective
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Spielberg took the podium to introduce Swift, highlighting their mutual love for storytelling.—
P. Claire Dodson,
Vogue,
12 June 2026
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Brunson is her favorite player — and the feeling is mutual.—
Marina Watts,
Entertainment Weekly,
12 June 2026
Adjective
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Today’s fathers contribute more to childcare than even the most hands-on hunter-gatherer dad, because there’s simply less of a village to support shared care.—
Darby Saxbe,
The Conversation,
16 June 2026
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Running on donations means the cafe doesn’t have to pay tax on sales and the staff are volunteers working for shared tips and community donations.—
Chas Newkey-Burden,
TheWeek,
15 June 2026
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“Collective.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/collective. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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