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
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Hezbollah joined the war in solidarity with the Palestinian group out of conviction that Israel would be constrained in its response by concerns of Hezbollah’s offensive capabilities.—
Asher Kaufman,
The Conversation,
20 Mar. 2026
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Other local Chicano cultural and movement leaders were also reflecting on what to do next, and on the need for solidarity with victims.—
Maura Fox,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
19 Mar. 2026
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Small, practical steps keep friendships growing steadily.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
16 Mar. 2026
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Try gifting her a Marc Jacobs friendship necklace set to share with you or the pal of her choice, an on-trend Coach bag charm or encourage her to read more with a new Kindle.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 Mar. 2026
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Her fellowship is supported by the University of Texas at Dallas.—
Miriam Fauzia,
Dallas Morning News,
20 Mar. 2026
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Touq has also been awarded fellowships by the Clore Leadership Program (UK), the Berlin Biennale (Germany), Art Dubai (UAE) and the Franchise Award from Apexart Gallery (NY).—
News Desk,
Artforum,
16 Mar. 2026
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The demonstration of unity comes as Cuban leaders recently offered to allow exiles worldwide to invest in businesses and property on the island.—
Anna McAllister,
CBS News,
20 Mar. 2026
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Ahead of the show, Lauper praised the NYPD and emphasized unity and support across New York City.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
19 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
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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 23 Mar. 2026.
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