as in contribution
the state or action of being actively involved in something
The subjects were thanked for their valuable participation in the study.
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Recent Examples of participation
As participation has grown, so have the operational needs required to safely store, transport, and distribute food at this scale.
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News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Mar. 2026
Supporters emphasize election integrity, while opponents warn about potential barriers to participation.
—Dp Opinion, Denver Post, 28 Mar. 2026
The gender gap in labor force participation rate has also narrowed.
—Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 28 Mar. 2026
The report focuses on consumer participation, while EPR schemes finance and standardize collection and sorting systems—so participation rates alone may not reflect regulatory impact.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 27 Mar. 2026
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News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Mar. 2026
Supporters emphasize election integrity, while opponents warn about potential barriers to participation.
—Dp Opinion, Denver Post, 28 Mar. 2026
The gender gap in labor force participation rate has also narrowed.
—Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 28 Mar. 2026
The report focuses on consumer participation, while EPR schemes finance and standardize collection and sorting systems—so participation rates alone may not reflect regulatory impact.
—Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 27 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for participation
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Only a year ago, after all, the Royals got crucial contributions from the bottom of the order — then including Maikel Garcia — to win the second game of the season.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
31 Mar. 2026
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Her contribution was essential due to how well TCU guarded South Carolina’s other guards, Ta’Niya Latson and Tessa Johnson.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
31 Mar. 2026
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Houthi involvement could further complicate the war Houthi Brig.—
Samy Magdy,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Mar. 2026
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Arnold has not been charged, and his attorney, Tim Jansen, denied his client's involvement in the case.—
DeJanay Booth-Singleton,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
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“Participation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/participation. Accessed 31 Mar. 2026.
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