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
Their relationship has become symbiotic, and their lives intertwined with the cemetery where both live in employee housing.
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Christopher Vourlias, Variety, 27 Sep. 2025
Corals have a symbiotic relationship with algae, which gives them their vibrant colors.
—Cassie Martinez, Miami Herald, 27 Sep. 2025
Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly on Monday, and his office’s comments underscored a desire on the part of both nations to work toward a symbiotic agreement.
—Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 23 Sep. 2025
This symbiotic relationship can be achieved by providing the workforce with a meaningful employee experience.
—Tipu Usha Vaithee Swaran, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
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Christopher Vourlias, Variety, 27 Sep. 2025
Corals have a symbiotic relationship with algae, which gives them their vibrant colors.
—Cassie Martinez, Miami Herald, 27 Sep. 2025
Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Indian External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly on Monday, and his office’s comments underscored a desire on the part of both nations to work toward a symbiotic agreement.
—Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 23 Sep. 2025
This symbiotic relationship can be achieved by providing the workforce with a meaningful employee experience.
—Tipu Usha Vaithee Swaran, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for symbiotic
Adjective
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Our mutual faith became a bridge to one another, not a barrier.—
John Blake,
CNN Money,
26 Oct. 2025
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Since the collapse of the Soviet Union, successive American presidents have entered office and engaged with Russia under the illusion that personal relationships with Russia’s leaders, mutual economic interest and appeasement of Russian demands would transform Russia’s role in the world.—
Kathleen Collins,
Twin Cities,
26 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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The driver consented to a search, Bettison said, and the two female occupants were cooperative with police.—
Andrea May Sahouri,
Freep.com,
22 Oct. 2025
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The other male involved in the incident remained on scene until officers arrived and was cooperative with officers and detectives, according to the release.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
20 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Say yes to anything that feels light, exciting, and reciprocal.—
Dossé-Via Trenou,
Refinery29,
19 Oct. 2025
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But what shook fear around the world was his disclosure in April to impose global reciprocal tariffs, a move that posed a huge problem for shoe brands who produce in China and Vietnam.—
Vicki M. Young,
Footwear News,
17 Oct. 2025
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“Symbiotic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/symbiotic. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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