as in sympathy
a feeling of unity between people who have the same interests, goals, etc.
national solidarity The candlelight vigil was a show of solidarity with all the victims of the tragedy.
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Recent Examples of solidarity
Several students wore blue to show solidarity and carried signs to save his job.
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Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026
The damage done to the North African country’s records of cultural heritage could be horribly destructive and irreversible, warned a call for solidarity released in 2023 by the International Council of Museums.
—News Desk, Artforum, 17 Mar. 2026
Takaichi will seek to impress upon Trump the need for solidarity against the Chinese Communist Party.
—Timothy Nerozzi, The Washington Examiner, 16 Mar. 2026
The visit seemed like a small show of solidarity with scientific colleagues and the Ukrainian people.
—Nicholas A. Christakis, Washington Post, 16 Mar. 2026
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Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026
The damage done to the North African country’s records of cultural heritage could be horribly destructive and irreversible, warned a call for solidarity released in 2023 by the International Council of Museums.
—News Desk, Artforum, 17 Mar. 2026
Takaichi will seek to impress upon Trump the need for solidarity against the Chinese Communist Party.
—Timothy Nerozzi, The Washington Examiner, 16 Mar. 2026
The visit seemed like a small show of solidarity with scientific colleagues and the Ukrainian people.
—Nicholas A. Christakis, Washington Post, 16 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for solidarity
Noun
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Hyland feels sympathy for young people who experience a degree of confusion and disorientation.—
Peter Hessler,
New Yorker,
21 Mar. 2026
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America’s beleaguered 1%, backed by their supporters in Congress, are pleading for your sympathy.—
Business Columnist,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Dee labeled Angie as depressed, bipolar, lacking empathy, narcissistic, et cetera.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Washington Post,
23 Mar. 2026
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Montessori classrooms mirror this natural structure, helping children develop empathy, communication skills, and leadership abilities.—
Jose Bolaños,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
23 Mar. 2026
Noun
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And yet there was a certain kinship.—
Matt Weinstock,
New Yorker,
25 Mar. 2026
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An early adopter of social media, Mapp set out to help people in the Black community to find safety and kinship in the natural world through outdoor recreation.—
The Editors,
Outside,
18 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Book The Snug in the downstairs bar for intimate private gatherings, complete with its own sound system, call-for-service button, and a mural by New York artist TM Davy, celebrating female friendship and conversation.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Mar. 2026
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Many artists and organizations have shared tributes and fond memories following Bowman’s passing, praising not only his musical excellence, but his friendship and generosity.—
Jessica Nicholson,
Billboard,
23 Mar. 2026
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“Solidarity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/solidarity. Accessed 25 Mar. 2026.
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