as in coordination
the work and activity of a number of persons who individually contribute toward the efficiency of the whole
it takes teamwork to pull off a successful fund-raiser
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Recent Examples of teamwork
The format blends engineering skill, hand-eye coordination, and tactical teamwork.
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Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 9 Feb. 2026
Your diplomatic touch can turn an argument into teamwork by praising an idea’s potential, then guiding it toward a less pricey lane.
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 9 Feb. 2026
Seeing athletes persevere teaches kids healthy lessons about effort, teamwork, and handling big emotions.
—Melissa Willets, Parents, 6 Feb. 2026
This nutritional teamwork becomes even more critical as you age, particularly for women.
—Lauren Manaker, SELF, 6 Feb. 2026
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Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 9 Feb. 2026
Your diplomatic touch can turn an argument into teamwork by praising an idea’s potential, then guiding it toward a less pricey lane.
—Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 9 Feb. 2026
Seeing athletes persevere teaches kids healthy lessons about effort, teamwork, and handling big emotions.
—Melissa Willets, Parents, 6 Feb. 2026
This nutritional teamwork becomes even more critical as you age, particularly for women.
—Lauren Manaker, SELF, 6 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for teamwork
Noun
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At the same time, development often occurs across jurisdictional lines, requiring coordination with cities, utility districts, and regional agencies that may not be aligned on timelines or standards.—
Rachel Royster,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Feb. 2026
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Advocates say more beds and better coordination between organizations are needed to protect vulnerable people.—
Mark Reynolds,
The Providence Journal,
14 Feb. 2026
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Lawmakers in New Mexico also cited the intense immigration enforcement efforts in Minnesota as a reason to limit cooperation with ICE.—
David A. Lieb,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Feb. 2026
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The moody Moon is joining romantic Venus in your 6th House of Responsibilities, which sweetens routines and invites gentle cooperation.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
18 Feb. 2026
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“Teamwork.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/teamwork. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.
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