as in mutual
characterized by a cooperative or interdependent relationship
The neighbors have a symbiotic relationship, each helping the other out as they are able.
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Recent Examples of symbiotic
Noah Whiteman, a professor of molecular and cell biology at UC Berkeley, hailed the paper for demystifying a symbiotic relationship that has captivated scientists.
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Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 10 Feb. 2026
During their 13 seasons together, McCarthy’s schematic approach and Rodgers’ skill set produced a symbiotic relationship, leading to seven Pro Bowl appearances, two MVP awards and a Super Bowl victory.
—Mike Defabo, New York Times, 4 Feb. 2026
Castaño pushed back on the idea that TRM Labs was at odds with the rest of the industry, arguing that his company has a symbiotic relationship with the rise of blockchain technology.
—Leo Schwartz, Fortune, 4 Feb. 2026
The group’s vampire stories run deep, depicting the symbiotic relationship between the seven members and their loyal fandom, ENGENE.
—Jae-Ha Kim, Rolling Stone, 19 Jan. 2026
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Lila Seidman, Los Angeles Times, 10 Feb. 2026
During their 13 seasons together, McCarthy’s schematic approach and Rodgers’ skill set produced a symbiotic relationship, leading to seven Pro Bowl appearances, two MVP awards and a Super Bowl victory.
—Mike Defabo, New York Times, 4 Feb. 2026
Castaño pushed back on the idea that TRM Labs was at odds with the rest of the industry, arguing that his company has a symbiotic relationship with the rise of blockchain technology.
—Leo Schwartz, Fortune, 4 Feb. 2026
The group’s vampire stories run deep, depicting the symbiotic relationship between the seven members and their loyal fandom, ENGENE.
—Jae-Ha Kim, Rolling Stone, 19 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for symbiotic
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Whether Washington rebuilds a coherent, credible Africa strategy — one grounded in trade certainty, institutional capacity, and mutual respect — will determine whether Jackson’s vision endures or becomes a relic of a different political age.—
Alexanderia Baker-Haidara,
semafor.com,
27 Feb. 2026
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In 1977, Shriver's life changed forever when she was introduced to Arnold Schwarzenegger by a mutual friend.—
Emma Banks,
InStyle,
27 Feb. 2026
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Both Republicans and Democrats have said Bill Clinton is being cooperative and answering their questions.—
Lalee Ibssa,
ABC News,
27 Feb. 2026
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That reading from a cooperative meteorological weather station, like the La Puerta report, were considered preliminary data that still needed to be verified and confirmed in the coming weeks.—
Newsroom Meteorologist,
Austin American Statesman,
27 Feb. 2026
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Too much one-sidedness can deplete both enthusiasm and resources — and wanting a roughly reciprocal relationship is not unreasonable.—
Judith Martin,
Dallas Morning News,
28 Feb. 2026
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More recently, social media has allowed people even more direct access to celebrities, blurring the lines between one-sided and reciprocal interactions.—
Lorena O’Neil,
Rolling Stone,
27 Feb. 2026
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“Symbiotic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/symbiotic. Accessed 3 Mar. 2026.
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