as in unity
a state or feeling of closeness and happiness among people who are together as friends, family members, etc.
family togetherness They try to encourage a sense of togetherness among the people in the community.
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Recent Examples of togetherness
Arsenal’s togetherness has lifted them this season.
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Amy Lawrence, New York Times, 29 May 2026
Its timely theme is that the only path to salvation is for everyone to work with everyone else, and while that may sound like a ‘Kumbaya’ message, the movie is structured, in the end, as an intricate roller-coaster of togetherness.
—Jordan Moreau, Variety, 28 May 2026
Overlooking the Islas Marías across the Pacific, Villa 48 at One&Only Mandarina was built for togetherness with a healthy dose of strategic separation.
—Natalie Hoberman, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
As with other global cultural events, such as the Venice Biennale currently underway in Italy, the glittery annual songfest is intended as a display of goodwill and togetherness between nations.
—Chloe Veltman, NPR, 16 May 2026
Excellent advice, especially in a world where politicians and many others seem to be much more adept at building walls and isolation rather than building bridges and togetherness.
—Chuck Page, Mercury News, 13 May 2026
Under Luis Enrique, the Parisians have become one of, if not, the dominant forces in the European game and, with a young squad full of togetherness, tenacity and a tiresome work ethic, the sky really is the limit for this team.
—Aleks Klosok, CNN Money, 6 May 2026
During their time in space, the Artemis 2 crew captivated the world with spectacular imagery of our celestial neighbor, as well as heartfelt sentiments of teamwork and togetherness that resonated with millions back on Earth.
—Josh Dinner, Space.com, 1 May 2026
That togetherness makes playing high school soccer enjoyable for Vukas.
—Matt Le Cren, Chicago Tribune, 1 May 2026
Amy Lawrence, New York Times, 29 May 2026
Its timely theme is that the only path to salvation is for everyone to work with everyone else, and while that may sound like a ‘Kumbaya’ message, the movie is structured, in the end, as an intricate roller-coaster of togetherness.
—Jordan Moreau, Variety, 28 May 2026
Overlooking the Islas Marías across the Pacific, Villa 48 at One&Only Mandarina was built for togetherness with a healthy dose of strategic separation.
—Natalie Hoberman, Forbes.com, 16 May 2026
As with other global cultural events, such as the Venice Biennale currently underway in Italy, the glittery annual songfest is intended as a display of goodwill and togetherness between nations.
—Chloe Veltman, NPR, 16 May 2026
Excellent advice, especially in a world where politicians and many others seem to be much more adept at building walls and isolation rather than building bridges and togetherness.
—Chuck Page, Mercury News, 13 May 2026
Under Luis Enrique, the Parisians have become one of, if not, the dominant forces in the European game and, with a young squad full of togetherness, tenacity and a tiresome work ethic, the sky really is the limit for this team.
—Aleks Klosok, CNN Money, 6 May 2026
During their time in space, the Artemis 2 crew captivated the world with spectacular imagery of our celestial neighbor, as well as heartfelt sentiments of teamwork and togetherness that resonated with millions back on Earth.
—Josh Dinner, Space.com, 1 May 2026
That togetherness makes playing high school soccer enjoyable for Vukas.
—Matt Le Cren, Chicago Tribune, 1 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for togetherness
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Putin was also at the parade, with the three autocratic leaders putting on an unprecedented show of unity.—
Simone McCarthy,
CNN Money,
5 June 2026
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Per Tatler, the bee became a symbol of Manchester’s hope, strength, and unity in the face of such violence.—
Rachel Burchfield,
InStyle,
4 June 2026
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Forming, and maintaining, a union is not like the video clips on television, with protesters beating drums, chanting slogans, and raising clenched fists in solidarity!—
John Vukmirovich,
Chicago Tribune,
4 June 2026
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The symbols that were represented are antisemitic and hateful to every person of conscience; this appalling act violated our sense of community and solidarity.—
Jesse Zanger,
CBS News,
3 June 2026
Noun
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Insights and kinships emerge almost unbidden—called forth through juxtaposition.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
1 June 2026
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In a sense, kinship leadership is not new.—
Ginny Whitelaw,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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“Togetherness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/togetherness. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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