as in relation
doings between individuals or groups
she guessed from the friendly interaction that they were close to the other parents in the organization
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Recent Examples of interaction
Later, gravitational interactions — possibly with other planets — would have sent WASP-121b spiraling inward toward its star.
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Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 4 June 2025
Nancy shared a sweet story about an interaction with the late Eddie Van Halen that involved an acoustic guitar, a hotel landline and the guitarist’s musical aptitude.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 3 June 2025
The conversation marks another instance where Bradley, who was not charged, allegedly had cozy interactions with Madigan.
—Jason Meisner, Chicago Tribune, 3 June 2025
Don't focus only on the rides; explore character interactions, live entertainment, and interactive elements.
—Eve Chen, USA Today, 23 May 2025
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Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 4 June 2025
Nancy shared a sweet story about an interaction with the late Eddie Van Halen that involved an acoustic guitar, a hotel landline and the guitarist’s musical aptitude.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 3 June 2025
The conversation marks another instance where Bradley, who was not charged, allegedly had cozy interactions with Madigan.
—Jason Meisner, Chicago Tribune, 3 June 2025
Don't focus only on the rides; explore character interactions, live entertainment, and interactive elements.
—Eve Chen, USA Today, 23 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for interaction
Noun
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The talks aim to limit Iran's nuclear activities in exchange for easing some U.S. economic sanctions, as the two countries navigate nearly five decades of strained relations.—
Amir Daftari,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 May 2025
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But as America walls itself off, China also has a golden opportunity to reset trade relations with the rest of the world.—
Charlie Campbell,
Time,
29 May 2025
Noun
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In that incident, Haley said Weinstein unexpectedly asked to meet her in his hotel room and began having unwanted intercourse with her.—
Caitlin Huston,
HollywoodReporter,
30 Apr. 2025
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For couples who are temporarily unable to engage in intercourse, there are still many ways to stay connected physically.—
CNN.com Wire Service,
Mercury News,
24 Mar. 2025
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“Interaction.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interaction. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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