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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
The new home will feature widened doorframes, roll-in showers and grab bars — modifications that Aaron Bechtol, construction vice president and veteran liaison for Helping a Hero, said go beyond comfort.
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Noah Daly
june 2, Idaho Statesman, 2 June 2026
While working for the educational arm of the Archdiocese of Chicago, Tortorello served as the liaison for all 29 of the Catholic high schools overseen by the organization.
—Claire Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 1 June 2026
With a philanthropic liaison role modeled after the NPL and the CSP, Orange County—or any region, for that matter—would have an opportunity to align fragmented systems of ideas, programs and goals, all woven together using advocacy and relationships as the building blocks.
—Taryn Palumbo, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
Trump recently appointed her to a White House advisory committee on artificial intelligence to serve as a liaison between the federal government and technology executives on the Presidential Council of Advisors on Science and Technology.
—Jay Weaver, Miami Herald, 27 May 2026
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Noah Daly
june 2, Idaho Statesman, 2 June 2026
While working for the educational arm of the Archdiocese of Chicago, Tortorello served as the liaison for all 29 of the Catholic high schools overseen by the organization.
—Claire Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 1 June 2026
With a philanthropic liaison role modeled after the NPL and the CSP, Orange County—or any region, for that matter—would have an opportunity to align fragmented systems of ideas, programs and goals, all woven together using advocacy and relationships as the building blocks.
—Taryn Palumbo, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
Trump recently appointed her to a White House advisory committee on artificial intelligence to serve as a liaison between the federal government and technology executives on the Presidential Council of Advisors on Science and Technology.
—Jay Weaver, Miami Herald, 27 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for liaison
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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.—
Hanna Ziady,
CNN Money,
22 June 2026
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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.—
Gerrad Hall,
Entertainment Weekly,
22 June 2026
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Madeline Mitchell's role covering women and the caregiving economy at USA TODAY is supported by a partnership with Pivotal and Journalism Funding Partners.—
Madeline Mitchell,
USA Today,
20 June 2026
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Food and beverage Saturday will be in partnership with THE BOP Coffee House.—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
19 June 2026
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An African nation bounded by the coast of the Mediterranean Sea to its north has prospered a kinship in a town located in a state literally smack-dab in the middle of America — a town whose new college football stadium is accented by light towers made to represent wheat.—
Sam McDowell,
Kansas City Star,
19 June 2026
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Exploring themes of prejudice, kinship and resilience, The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store earned the best book of the year title from a list of publications, including TIME and The New York Times.—
Janey Wetzel,
PEOPLE,
19 June 2026
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The new partnership marks the most ambitious collaboration between HRTS and Easterseals Disability Services to date, with the organizations previously joining forces on numerous initiatives aiming to improve accessibility in the entertainment industry and authentic representation on screen.—
Arushi Jacob,
Variety,
18 June 2026
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With its warped aesthetic and arrival amid the low-profile craze, the Gazelle Indoor has been one of the best received of Bad Bunny‘s Adidas collaborations.—
Ian Servantes,
Footwear News,
17 June 2026
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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.—
Amanda Rosa,
Miami Herald,
22 June 2026
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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.—
Livi Stanford,
Hartford Courant,
22 June 2026
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Instead, Zhao emphasized China’s efforts to deepen international AI cooperation through BRICs and the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, an annual gathering of countries including Russia and Iran that was initially focused on security.—
Evelyn Cheng,
CNBC,
17 June 2026
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Losing their cooperation risks slowing intelligence gathering and creating information gaps.—
Caitlin Reilly,
Fortune,
17 June 2026
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This interview was conducted in connection with participation in the Hollywood Roadshow event in Los Angeles (LG OLED evo AI G6 Showcase), and participants featured in this content were provided with products.—
Nam Sunwoo,
Variety,
19 June 2026
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The connection between the two communities in Los Angeles shares a long history.—
Clara Harter,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
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The law made Indiana the 10th state to allow partisan affiliations in school board races.—
Carole Carlson,
Chicago Tribune,
21 June 2026
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In some cases a director is a co-creator in all but title and union affiliation.—
Television Critic,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
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“Liaison.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/liaison. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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