as in collective
used or done by a number of people as a group
the swimming pool is part of the communal property of the condo complex
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Recent Examples of communal
Activists argue that the major transformation underway violates not only long-standing customs regarding communal land ownership but also the island’s constitution—and are challenging the development deals in court.
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Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 10 Aug. 2025
What followed, as his house fell to ruin, was a surreal, communal night of service.
—Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 9 Aug. 2025
The camp's location on the side of a lush valley overlooking rolling plains provides unrivaled panoramic views as well as wildlife viewing, from both your tent's deck and communal spaces.
—Jenn Rice, Travel + Leisure, 31 July 2025
The chain’s new prototype stores—already being piloted in New York City—reintroduce cozy chairs, power outlets, and large tables, fostering a more communal and linger-friendly environment.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 30 July 2025
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Mark Ellwood, Robb Report, 10 Aug. 2025
What followed, as his house fell to ruin, was a surreal, communal night of service.
—Brock Keeling, Oc Register, 9 Aug. 2025
The camp's location on the side of a lush valley overlooking rolling plains provides unrivaled panoramic views as well as wildlife viewing, from both your tent's deck and communal spaces.
—Jenn Rice, Travel + Leisure, 31 July 2025
The chain’s new prototype stores—already being piloted in New York City—reintroduce cozy chairs, power outlets, and large tables, fostering a more communal and linger-friendly environment.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 30 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for communal
Adjective
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Entering the weekend, Colorado starters had a collective 6.58 ERA with a .317 batting average against.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
16 Aug. 2025
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The lines are credited to Scalzi and were posted, atop different pictures of him, to two Facebook communities boasting almost 1 million collective members.—
Yair Rosenberg,
The Atlantic,
15 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Walden was also involved in a joint investment in Intellifusion, a surveillance company blacklisted by the U.S. Department of Commerce in 2020 for alleged involvement in human rights abuses.—
Ty Roush,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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The chikungunya virus, which is transmitted by infected mosquitoes, can cause fever and joint pain.—
Jade Walker,
CNN Money,
7 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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When managed thoughtfully, this dynamic can foster a virtuous cycle, leading to mutual enhancement and elevating human potential and well-being.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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The conference began in August 2017 as a way to invite open dialog among people of various faiths and foster mutual respect.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
4 Aug. 2025
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“Communal.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/communal. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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