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Definition of sharednext

shared

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verb

past tense of share
as in participated
to take a share or part everyone in the enterprise will share in the profits

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Recent Examples of shared
Adjective
Whitefield, one of the most influential public figures of the 18th century, and printer, thinker and founding father Franklin formed a bond rooted in shared concern for the future of the colonies. Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 3 Apr. 2026 There is a shared myth among home cooks that adding vinegar to boiling water makes the peels come off almost magically. Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 3 Apr. 2026
Verb
Both Miller and Martinez shared a similar sentiment, explaining that business owners need to be ready to network and create a social media strategy. Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 2 Apr. 2026 At the time, Bloom shared a carousel of photos on his Instagram, which included one rare family photo of himself and Perry. Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 1 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for shared
Recent Examples of Synonyms for shared
Adjective
  • Headlined by Kon Knueppel, who’s a candidate to be the Hornets’ first rookie of the year since Ball picked up the honor in 2020-21, the additions of Sion James, Ryan Kalkbrenner and Liam McNeeley easily represent the team’s best collective class in a very long time.
    Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 9 Apr. 2026
  • Humanity's return to our closest neighbor has clearly captured our collective imaginations, from civilians and gamers to NASA scientists themselves.
    Alan Bradley, Space.com, 9 Apr. 2026
Verb
  • The Royal Bank of Scotland was the only British institution that participated in the roughly $800-million financing package put together by a consortium of global banks.
    Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 8 Apr. 2026
  • The film is only interested in portraying Goodman as an unambiguous hero, robbing us of the chance to explore the nuances of a complicated person who has participated in decades of history.
    Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 8 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • Illinois is one of the few states with a sales tax on motor fuel, and its combined tax burden often exceeds 85 cents per gallon in certain counties.
    Willie Wilson, Chicago Tribune, 9 Apr. 2026
  • In combined bites, the salty ingredients season the fresh ones, and the textures are varied enough to gently nudge the brain awake.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 9 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • Follow the market’s Instagram account to learn about the incoming Syrian chef following an outgoing Persian counterpart, and to learn about collaborative dinners, like the one happening Monday featuring Martinez, Previte and Indigenous food activist and cookbook author Sean Sherman.
    Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 11 Apr. 2026
  • The Rancho Santa Fe Community Center is inviting local parents of babies and toddlers to participate in a collaborative Brainstorming Session designed to shape new early‑childhood programs launching in fall 2026.
    News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 10 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • Some 18 months ago, Suzano halted funding for the Woodspin joint venture and pulled back from plans to scale up the collaboration.
    Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 10 Apr. 2026
  • In San Jose, AFSCME Local 101 and IFPTE Local 21 are pushing for AI safeguards through contract negotiations, including a joint oversight committee to review new systems before they’re deployed.
    Maria Noel Fernandez, Mercury News, 10 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • Taking on a partner in an open marriage, especially if a child and mutual source of income are involved, will likely present a certain requirement of effort for your heart and mind.
    Goth Shakira Contributing, Los Angeles Times, 10 Apr. 2026
  • The crux of the commitment its 32 member countries make is a mutual defense agreement in which an attack on one is considered an attack on them all.
    Michelle L. Price, Fortune, 9 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • Paths cut through tall grass and gravel, leading from the Farmhouse (a communal spot with couches, coffee, and coworking spots) to the cabins, past the golf course, and out toward the pools.
    Jordi Lippe-McGraw, Robb Report, 9 Apr. 2026
  • The soft natural light suffuses the red clay brick room, centered around long communal tables, introducing an intimate ease that invites you to linger.
    Anais Martinez, Bon Appetit Magazine, 8 Apr. 2026

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“Shared.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/shared. Accessed 13 Apr. 2026.

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