as in solidarity
a friendly relationship marked by ready communication and mutual understanding
gradually established a feeling of communion with her fellow physicians
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Recent Examples of communion
The sudden flood of oxytocin accompanying the onset of the drug produces feelings of emotional communion, oneness, and openness.
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Erica Rex, STAT, 19 Feb. 2026
Faith leaders affiliated with the organizations had visited the Broadview facility weekly for more than a decade to pray with detainees and offer communion.
—Zach Schonfeld, The Hill, 12 Feb. 2026
Wine is used to celebrate some of our most memorable occasions, like the first toast to a bride and groom, communion in some churches, or a romantic dinner for two.
—Jessica Farthing, Southern Living, 8 Feb. 2026
To join the crowds and gently spread black oil on a stranger’s cheek—these moments of communion are the ethos of Carnival.
—Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 3 Feb. 2026
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Erica Rex, STAT, 19 Feb. 2026
Faith leaders affiliated with the organizations had visited the Broadview facility weekly for more than a decade to pray with detainees and offer communion.
—Zach Schonfeld, The Hill, 12 Feb. 2026
Wine is used to celebrate some of our most memorable occasions, like the first toast to a bride and groom, communion in some churches, or a romantic dinner for two.
—Jessica Farthing, Southern Living, 8 Feb. 2026
To join the crowds and gently spread black oil on a stranger’s cheek—these moments of communion are the ethos of Carnival.
—Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 3 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for communion
Noun
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In a time when polarization and intolerance threaten the democratic fabric of our nation, the image of a Seder at the Freedom Tower offers a different vision, one of solidarity rooted in shared experience.—
Brian Siegal,
Sun Sentinel,
26 Mar. 2026
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Leftism thus constitutes an ongoing search for new causes to fight on behalf of, in a way that mobilizes adherents and creates solidarity among them.—
Bradley Gitz,
Arkansas Online,
23 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Book The Snug in the downstairs bar for intimate private gatherings, complete with its own sound system, call-for-service button, and a mural by New York artist TM Davy, celebrating female friendship and conversation.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Mar. 2026
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Many artists and organizations have shared tributes and fond memories following Bowman’s passing, praising not only his musical excellence, but his friendship and generosity.—
Jessica Nicholson,
Billboard,
23 Mar. 2026
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Since then, the podcast has become a rallying point for hundreds of thousands of Potter fans disgusted by the author’s actions but still seeking fellowship and comfort in a series that means the world to them.—
Séamas O'Reilly,
Vulture,
26 Mar. 2026
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For five decades, the Overtown barbecue restaurant served as a cornerstone for Black culture, fellowship and entrepreneurship.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
25 Mar. 2026
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Opening day, then, brought unity and renewal that felt like an elixir.—
Andrew Carter,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Mar. 2026
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What begins as private heartbreak becomes a broader movement of hope and connection, showing how faith, love, and unity can bring light even to the darkest moments.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
25 Mar. 2026
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By September, despite some attempts at rapprochement and calls for dialogue, tensions escalated again.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN Money,
17 Mar. 2026
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Israel, in turn, has opposed Western rapprochement with Iran and carried out covert operations against its nuclear programme, including assassinations of scientists.—
The Week UK,
TheWeek,
8 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Brinson and Gomez have a keen sense of narrative and comic timing and a playful rapport.—
Alex Morris,
Rolling Stone,
19 Mar. 2026
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Being open to the general public allows guests to get a feel for the space and for staff to build a rapport, said Manon, who is currently pursuing her facilitator license.—
Tiney Ricciardi,
Denver Post,
18 Mar. 2026
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“Communion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/communion. Accessed 28 Mar. 2026.
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