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as in confederacy
an association of persons, parties, or states for mutual assistance and protection
the smaller nations were forced to form a confederation out of self-defense
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as in association
the state of having shared interests or efforts (as in social or business matters)
the big-budget movie was produced by the studio in confederation with another in order to lower the risk
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Recent Examples of confederation
Stanwick, a prominent Iron Age stronghold in northern England, is widely believed to have been a political hub of the Brigantes, a powerful Celtic confederation with a complex relationship with Rome.
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Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 31 Mar. 2026
The intercontinental playoff features six teams from five different confederations (AFC, CAF, Concacaf, CONMEBOL and OFC) with two spots up for grabs.
—José Sánchez Córdova, Dallas Morning News, 23 Mar. 2026
The most likely replacement scenario would have Iraq, the top non-qualifier from the Asian confederation, taking Iran’s place.
—Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times, 11 Mar. 2026
The agreement also includes the Concacaf W Champions Cup, the confederation’s premier women’s club competition.
—Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 20 Feb. 2026
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Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 31 Mar. 2026
The intercontinental playoff features six teams from five different confederations (AFC, CAF, Concacaf, CONMEBOL and OFC) with two spots up for grabs.
—José Sánchez Córdova, Dallas Morning News, 23 Mar. 2026
The most likely replacement scenario would have Iraq, the top non-qualifier from the Asian confederation, taking Iran’s place.
—Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times, 11 Mar. 2026
The agreement also includes the Concacaf W Champions Cup, the confederation’s premier women’s club competition.
—Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 20 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for confederation
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However, a pro-Union group headed toward Arizona to stop this forward movement of the confederacy.—
Paige Moore,
AZCentral.com,
23 Mar. 2026
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The Wainfleet area falls within the traditional homeland of the Six Nations of the Grand River, a confederacy comprising the Mohawk, Seneca, Oneida, Cayuga, Onondaga, and Tuscarora peoples — the Haudenosaunee.—
Ryan Brennan,
Charlotte Observer,
9 Mar. 2026
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Article continues below Outside is a beachside terrace, plus access to a pool, playground, sauna, hot tub, an association gym, and a picnic zone.—
The Week US,
TheWeek,
20 Apr. 2026
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The actual numbers are likely much higher because many incidents are never reported, the association acknowledges.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
20 Apr. 2026
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The federation continuously participates in the annual parade to show that Jewish values and LGBTQ+ pride walk hand in hand.—
Jessica Tzikas,
Sun Sentinel,
15 Apr. 2026
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The player-level discontent is mirrored at the federation level.—
Jake Angelo,
Fortune,
15 Apr. 2026
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Themes are typically selected based on factors including their appeal to a wide demographic, ability to execute compelling content, marketing, exhibits and potential community partnerships, according to a fairgrounds staff report.—
Luke Harold,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Apr. 2026
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Reichelt, founder of Rocky Peak Marketing, will expand Thermore’s apparel partnerships and support the integration of technology.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Footwear News,
17 Apr. 2026
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This story was originally produced by Stateline, which is part of States Newsroom, a nonprofit news network that includes Maryland Matters, and is supported by grants and a coalition of donors as a 501c(3) public charity.—
Kevin Hardy,
Baltimore Sun,
20 Apr. 2026
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Mike Judd, a lawyer for a coalition of media organizations including The Associated Press that are fighting to preserve access, said Graf so far has focused on whether his rules inside the courtroom are being followed, not what the media is saying outside of court.—
Matthew Brown,
Chicago Tribune,
18 Apr. 2026
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Associated Press religion coverage receives support through the AP’s collaboration with The Conversation US, with funding from Lilly Endowment Inc.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 Apr. 2026
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The only time Eszterhas ever came close to directing came at the behest of Steven Spielberg on an extremely unlikely would-be collaboration.—
Jim Hemphill,
IndieWire,
15 Apr. 2026
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The Northern Indiana Public Service Company (NIPSCO) and the United Steelworkers union have reached a tentative agreement, two weeks after the utility locked out 1,600 workers amid a contract dispute.—
Todd Feurer,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026
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Over the past year, health benefits have been an issue for teacher unions up and down the state.—
Cierra Morgan,
Los Angeles Times,
16 Apr. 2026
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Hartnett shared the secret to their solid relationship in August 2024.—
Sophie Dodd,
PEOPLE,
20 Apr. 2026
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Talk to me a little bit about how Santos’ own experience with addiction and self-harm colors her relationship with Langdon.—
CT Jones,
Rolling Stone,
19 Apr. 2026
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“Confederation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/confederation. Accessed 21 Apr. 2026.
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