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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
The two-bedroom residence is being offered in cooperation with Javier Gallego of Casa Tessela Corp.
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Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 5 May 2026
This pedagogical vision of democratic cooperation between students and teachers resulted in much successful collaboration.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 5 May 2026
The prime ministers of Japan and Australia agreed to deepen cooperation in a wide range of areas including energy security, defense and critical minerals as the Iran war threatens global supply chains.
—ABC News, 4 May 2026
Los Angeles has adopted policies limiting cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.
—Teresa Liu, Daily News, 4 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for cooperation
Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 5 May 2026
This pedagogical vision of democratic cooperation between students and teachers resulted in much successful collaboration.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 5 May 2026
The prime ministers of Japan and Australia agreed to deepen cooperation in a wide range of areas including energy security, defense and critical minerals as the Iran war threatens global supply chains.
—ABC News, 4 May 2026
Los Angeles has adopted policies limiting cooperation with federal immigration enforcement.
—Teresa Liu, Daily News, 4 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for cooperation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cooperation
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Achieving near-100% online property tax payments, in partnership with our residents, is the single greatest operational efficiency gain yielding millions in more revenue annually.—
Lucas Robinson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 May 2026
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The improvements were the result of a partnership by the Progress Center for Independent Living, the MWRD, the Blue Island Chamber of Commerce, the Blue Island Disability Committee and other area groups.—
Addison Wright,
Chicago Tribune,
8 May 2026
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Expedition travel protection policies often include emergency medical coverage, medical evacuation, trip interruption protection, and coordination services designed to transport travelers from remote regions to advanced medical facilities if a serious emergency occurs.—
Barbara Booth,
CNBC,
9 May 2026
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Through skill, sacrifice and professionalism, our first responders have narrowly avoided major disasters, including the recent high-rise fire in Towson that could have ended far worse without rapid response and coordination on scene.—
Nick Stewart,
Baltimore Sun,
9 May 2026
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Past inductions have sometimes but not always included musical collaborations between inductor and inductee — depending, oftentimes, on whether the person doing the honors is a singer or from some other walk of entertainment.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
6 May 2026
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In the fall of 2026, Chanel will officially launch an annual, one-year fellowship in collaboration with the Guggenheim.—
News Desk,
Artforum,
6 May 2026
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The show is produced by Carlos King’s Kingdom Reign Entertainment in association with ITV America.—
Kennedy French,
Variety,
11 May 2026
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Roby also serves as the homes association president and briefly sat on the Overland Park Parks and Recreation Commission.—
Taylor O'Connor,
Kansas City Star,
11 May 2026
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Your co-parent is managing treatment, uncertainty and the very real fear of how this will affect his relationship with his daughter.—
Jann Blackstone,
Boston Herald,
10 May 2026
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Her childhood, family relationships, and upbringing in the South shape her understanding of her identity as a writer and storyteller.—
Melinda Salchert,
Southern Living,
10 May 2026
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Under California’s primary system, the top two finishers advance to the November general election regardless of party affiliation.—
Barnini Chakraborty,
The Washington Examiner,
8 May 2026
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The top two vote getters in the June 2 primary, regardless of party affiliation, will advance to the general election in November.—
Lia Russell,
Sacbee.com,
8 May 2026
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“Cooperation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cooperation. Accessed 13 May. 2026.
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