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as in partnership
the state of having shared interests or efforts (as in social or business matters)
a series of televised announcements made in cooperation with the tobacco companies warning teenagers about the hazards of smoking
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as in coordination
the work and activity of a number of persons who individually contribute toward the efficiency of the whole
everyone's cooperation will make the project go much faster
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Recent Examples of cooperation
During the visit, Carney and his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese agreed to increase cooperation on defense technologies, artificial intelligence and critical minerals.
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Rod McGuirk,
Los Angeles Times,
23 June 2026
During the visit, Carney and his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese agreed to increase cooperation on defense technologies, artificial intelligence and critical minerals.
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ABC News,
22 June 2026
He would often be spotted at local government meetings and organized against controversial state and local government actions, including Senate Bill 153, which required local law enforcement cooperation with Immigration and Customs Enforcement, according to his obituary.
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Zaire Breedlove,
Charlotte Observer,
22 June 2026
The manner of death remains under investigation by the Kane County Coroner, in cooperation with the Elgin Police Department.
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Jeramie Bizzle,
CBS News,
22 June 2026
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Rod McGuirk,
Los Angeles Times,
23 June 2026
During the visit, Carney and his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese agreed to increase cooperation on defense technologies, artificial intelligence and critical minerals.
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ABC News,
22 June 2026
He would often be spotted at local government meetings and organized against controversial state and local government actions, including Senate Bill 153, which required local law enforcement cooperation with Immigration and Customs Enforcement, according to his obituary.
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Zaire Breedlove,
Charlotte Observer,
22 June 2026
The manner of death remains under investigation by the Kane County Coroner, in cooperation with the Elgin Police Department.
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Jeramie Bizzle,
CBS News,
22 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for cooperation
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The Broadway production has also formed an official partnership with mental health nonprofit Project Healthy Minds to reduce barriers to care by making support options for mental health services easily accessible to those in need.
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Leo July 23 – August 22 Quiet time reveals what partnership truly needs.
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Given the scale of the disaster, specialized teams from the United States, Mexico, Colombia, Spain, and other countries began mobilizing toward Venezuela in coordination with local authorities and the United Nations.
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The framework includes $100 million in humanitarian assistance in coordination with the United Nations, plus additional aid to Lebanon’s Armed Forces.
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The collaboration pairs one of the most recognizable music artists of the last decade with a menu item designed to bring back familiar memories from Fetty Wap’s biggest era, while also celebrating his influence on pop culture and music.
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Through Rainbow Wool's collaboration with Grindr, the pair heralded a fashion show in New York City in November 2025 with a collection of 37 unique knitwear pieces made of yarn spun from the wool of the sheep on Stücke's farm.
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Starting around September, Morejon said, the DDA will work with several landscape architect firms to create potential design concepts for the park and reach out to community members, civic associations and the city’s parks and recreation advisory board for feedback.
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An Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield spokesperson did not answer the Courant’s questions but instead asked that questions be directed to Susan Halpin, executive director of the Connecticut Association of Health Plans, who is listed as a lobbyist for the association.
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Rejoining would also generate yet more uncertainty for companies which are only just adapting to the new trading relationship, said Sean McGuire, a director at the Confederation of British Industry, a business lobby group.
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As Kennedy and Bessette spend more time together and grow closer, her intimidation of the spotlight and fear of invasive paparazzi often create tension in their relationship, despite his attempts to calm the situation.
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The law made Indiana the 10th state to allow partisan affiliations in school board races.
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In some cases a director is a co-creator in all but title and union affiliation.
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“Cooperation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cooperation. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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