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as in relationship
the fact or state of having something in common
a variety of political factions are attracted to that presidential contender, but there doesn't appear to be much of a liaison between them and the candidate
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as in partnership
the state of having shared interests or efforts (as in social or business matters)
the strong liaison between the parents and teachers is based on the fact that both have the students' best interests at heart
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Recent Examples of liaison
Idaho’s rural neighbor Montana has a hybrid system of medical examiners and coroners, supported by a coroner liaison who works with death investigators to make the process more consistent statewide.
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Audrey Dutton, ProPublica, 16 July 2025
Matt Buckham, the secretary's liaison to the White House, immediately becomes the acting chief of staff, the spokesperson said on July 16.
—Erin Mansfield, USA Today, 16 July 2025
Another previously announced organizational change includes the appointment of Kimberly Straub as new retailer liaison.
—Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 14 July 2025
The families are requesting the Army appoint a family liaison, schedule a meeting with them and support the audits requested by Congress.
CNN has reached out to the Pentagon for comment.
—Alexandra Skores, CNN Money, 10 July 2025
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Audrey Dutton, ProPublica, 16 July 2025
Matt Buckham, the secretary's liaison to the White House, immediately becomes the acting chief of staff, the spokesperson said on July 16.
—Erin Mansfield, USA Today, 16 July 2025
Another previously announced organizational change includes the appointment of Kimberly Straub as new retailer liaison.
—Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 14 July 2025
The families are requesting the Army appoint a family liaison, schedule a meeting with them and support the audits requested by Congress.
CNN has reached out to the Pentagon for comment.
—Alexandra Skores, CNN Money, 10 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for liaison
Noun
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From 1975 to the present day, Ruf Automobile has had a symbiotic relationship with Porsche—until the past few years, Ruf used Porsche bodies in white as canvases to reflect his vision of performance and design.—
Christian Gilbertsen,
Robb Report,
12 Aug. 2025
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This not only builds stronger relationships, but also removes unnecessary friction for everyone involved.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
12 Aug. 2025
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In 2024 in partnership with the city of Wauwatosa, the club renovated the Tosa Room above the basement, which also was under a few inches of water.—
Ricardo Torres,
jsonline.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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The new live album marks Radiohead’s first activity since forming a new business entity—a limited liability partnership (LLP)—this March, etching a faint question mark beside their dormant status.—
Jazz Monroe,
Pitchfork,
13 Aug. 2025
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Stalter was a mega Girls fan and had felt a kinship with Dunham through the screen.—
Anna Peele,
Rolling Stone,
10 July 2025
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Each work—a torch in the dark—guides us, casting light on kinships unthought,revealing the art of becoming with the Earth.—
Lee Sharrock,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
Noun
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The association’s optimism draws on a history of rapid growth.—
Mayu Saini,
Sourcing Journal,
18 Aug. 2025
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The state, especially its southwest region, has struggled with a sudden rise in condo inventory in recent months following the implementation of new building safety regulations, threatening higher fees for condo associations and owners.—
Giulia Carbonaro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Aug. 2025
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Sheinbaum has said the U.S. and Mexico are nearing a security agreement to expand cooperation in the fight against cartels.—
Emily Green,
USA Today,
14 Aug. 2025
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For months, Kremlin officials have been talking up possibilities for economic, technological and space cooperation with the US, as well as lucrative deals on infrastructure and energy in the Arctic and elsewhere.—
Matthew Chance,
CNN Money,
14 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Beyond her clinical work, Nina creates opportunities for connection and reflection.—
Dominique Fluker,
Essence,
13 Aug. 2025
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Simple family rules, like no phones in bedrooms or at the dinner table, help protect connection and presence.—
Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal,
Parents,
13 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Also, like the views held by parents, non-parents’ preferences was associated with their political affiliation and educational attainment.—
Michael T. Nietzel,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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The decennial census does not collect data on religious affiliations, according to the government agency.—
Damenica Ellis,
Charlotte Observer,
6 Aug. 2025
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“Liaison.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/liaison. Accessed 22 Aug. 2025.
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