Definition of communicationnext
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as in contact
the state or fact of being able to exchange information regarding one's current situation we haven't been in communication with him since he left for the Alaskan wilderness

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Recent Examples of communication The team reviewed 911 calls, radio communications, dispatch data, evacuation maps, staffing plans and more. — Evan Bush, NBC news, 2 Oct. 2026 Its potential applications span communications, sensing, and electronic warfare. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 2 Oct. 2026 Bass was in Chicago when the fire broke out, and after it was extinguished, The Times reported that one of Bass’ top advisors was working as a crisis communications consultant for Lineage while still serving as an unpaid advisor to the mayor. — Itzel Luna, Los Angeles Times, 2 Oct. 2026 Laura Andriani will lead marketing, digital, social and communications for the flag football league, driving brand and audience growth. — Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 2 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for communication
Recent Examples of Synonyms for communication
Noun
  • The message comes following Tuesday morning’s memo from David Ellison, chairman and CEO, and co-CEO Ynon Kreiz, which acknowledged that layoffs will be part of the process of integrating the two companies.
    — Payton Turkeltaub, Variety, 7 Oct. 2026
  • The hot mic saw to it that Rodgers' message to McCarthy was loud and clear and any amateur lip reader could also clearly decipher the head coach's response to his quarterback who spent 13 seasons with him in Green Bay.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 6 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • Pneumonic plague can spread from person to person through respiratory droplets during close contact, the CDC said.
    — Jenny Lee, CNBC, 7 Oct. 2026
  • Colleges must maintain a contact list of lawyers who offer immigration services and provide these resources to students who request it.
    — Tarini Mehta, Sacbee.com, 7 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • The commission then unanimously approved a motion to direct county administration to develop and present a plan for transitioning the regional 911 system, including call-taking and dispatch services, from BSO to the county.
    — Zoey Thomas, Miami Herald, 7 Oct. 2026
  • The team reviewed 911 calls, radio communications, dispatch data, evacuation maps, staffing plans and more.
    — Evan Bush, NBC news, 2 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • Extra touches include a pillow menu, bedside reading lights, Nespresso machines, large walk-in closets, and complimentary shoeshine.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026
  • Designed to be used, displayed, combined and gifted, the pieces blend everyday function with Ginori’s refined aesthetic, colorful palette and touches of gold.
    — Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 7 Oct. 2026

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“Communication.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/communication. Accessed 8 Oct. 2026.

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