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as in message
a piece of conveyed information
the latest communication from the crew of the space station
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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 blaze was classified at the highest of the five alarm levels, which function as a communication and battle-strategy system for the fire department.
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Devoun Cetoute, Miami Herald, 5 Mar. 2026
State law explicitly excludes public safety communications, such as 911 systems, from CDT’s oversight requirements, an agency spokesperson said.
—William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 5 Mar. 2026
Some overnight guests bring Starlink, but Rob Wells says the island offers the unique and rare opportunity to get away from the constant communication we’re used to.
—Kelsey Glennon, Southern Living, 5 Mar. 2026
The order, which bars Tyler from direct contact or communication with Holzman, remains in effect until August 13.
—Hattie Lindert, Pitchfork, 5 Mar. 2026
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Devoun Cetoute, Miami Herald, 5 Mar. 2026
State law explicitly excludes public safety communications, such as 911 systems, from CDT’s oversight requirements, an agency spokesperson said.
—William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 5 Mar. 2026
Some overnight guests bring Starlink, but Rob Wells says the island offers the unique and rare opportunity to get away from the constant communication we’re used to.
—Kelsey Glennon, Southern Living, 5 Mar. 2026
The order, which bars Tyler from direct contact or communication with Holzman, remains in effect until August 13.
—Hattie Lindert, Pitchfork, 5 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for communication
Noun
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All sorts of messages, formal or casual, are more meaningful during the Full Moon Lunar Eclipse in your conversation zone.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
3 Mar. 2026
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The message to the departing players is to appreciate the experience of playing for your home country, and all that comes along with an international best-on-best tournament.—
Abbey Mastracco,
Hartford Courant,
2 Mar. 2026
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But many high-conductivity solid materials are brittle and require heavy stack pressure to maintain contact between battery components.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
2 Mar. 2026
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His ability to play through contact and draw fouls has also been a boon for the Hawks, who have struggled at times to get to the line this season.—
Lauren Williams,
AJC.com,
2 Mar. 2026
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Two days before the Fourth of July, an alien mothership enters Earth’s atmosphere and dispatches envoys in the form of flying saucers across major cities worldwide.—
Ilana Gordon,
Entertainment Weekly,
5 Mar. 2026
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Police radio traffic indicates officers were already racing toward the scene as calls flooded dispatch.—
Austin Sanders,
Austin American Statesman,
5 Mar. 2026
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Make sure to balance class with rustic touches for the perfect mix of rugged luxury.—
Kylie Petty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Mar. 2026
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This alarm clock features Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity, and can be controlled by app or touch.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Mar. 2026
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“Communication.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/communication. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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