Definition of coordinationnext
as in cooperation
the work and activity of a number of persons who individually contribute toward the efficiency of the whole an operation requiring precise coordination among all branches of the armed forces

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Recent Examples of coordination Emergency personnel conducted a thorough investigation in coordination with school district officials, police said. Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 22 May 2026 In California, the Anthem Blue Cross Foundation partnered with the Ritter Center to launch a mobile behavioral health van to increase care coordination that will reach thousands of individuals needing treatment in Marin County over four years. Dr. David Pryor, Sacbee.com, 22 May 2026 With the partnership, HMSC also manages the procurement and coordination of MAS’ incoming air freight. Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 22 May 2026 Partnerships enable that coordination. Shelli Brunswick, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for coordination
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Noun
  • Lululemon stock is up over 3% after the cooperation agreement was announced this morning.
    Pamela N. Danziger, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
  • However, Iran will manage ship traffic through Hormuz in cooperation with Oman, state television said.
    Spencer Kimball, CNBC, 27 May 2026
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  • By asking for constructive alternatives and protecting discussion stages, leaders can foster genuine collaboration, ensuring disagreement leads to progress rather than just status-seeking.
    Benjamin Laker, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
  • The state should help districts use materials that work, strengthen coaching and teacher collaboration, and respond earlier when students are struggling.
    Mercury News Editorial Board, Mercury News, 27 May 2026

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“Coordination.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coordination. Accessed 30 May. 2026.

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