two-way

adjective

Definition of two-waynext
as in reciprocal

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Recent Examples of two-way Shohei Ohtani’s two-way brilliance helped the Dodgers win two World Series titles and become a global draw, but his age and injuries are raising questions about the cost of pitching. — Los Angeles Times, 21 Oct. 2026 Below the video panel are buttons to end the live view, mute and unmute the speaker, and enable two-way talk. — John R. Delaney, PC Magazine, 21 Oct. 2026 Soon there would be subscription sites, tipping systems, two-way fan/creator personalization and, eventually, interactive streaming. — Gustavo Turner, HollywoodReporter, 21 Oct. 2026 Regular two-way communication, where staff are heard, not just informed, combined with genuine empathy for the disruption, gives people something to hold onto. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 16 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for two-way
Recent Examples of Synonyms for two-way
  1. reciprocal
  2. bilateral
  3. synergistic
  4. symbiotic
  5. consensual
  6. mutual
Adjective
  • Ideally, a reciprocal halt in long-range air and missile attacks could then be replicated across other sectors—maritime, commercial, and transportation—thus forming the basis of a broader aerial cease-fire.
    — Eric Ciaramella, Foreign Affairs, 14 Oct. 2026
  • The Houthis now claim the right to impose reciprocal restrictions on Saudi Arabia, particularly by targeting its ports and oil-exporting infrastructure.
    — Laurent Bonnefoy, The Conversation, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of reciprocal
Adjective
  • On Monday, the Eagles and Hurts’ agent, Nicole Lynn, announced that the Super Bowl LIX MVP has deep vein thrombosis and bilateral pulmonary emboli, meaning a blood clot has traveled to his lungs.
    — Chuck Schilken, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2026
  • The Eagles and agent Nicole Lynn said Monday that Hurts has deep vein thrombosis and bilateral pulmonary emboli.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of bilateral
Adjective
  • Combining certain treatments—like ultrasound and exosome skin boosters—can have a synergistic effect.
    — Anna Haines, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Sep. 2026
  • The synergistic effect of this is that an opposing offense can't double team both Aaron Donald and Myles Garrett.
    — Ryan Canfield OutKick, FOXNews.com, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of synergistic
Adjective
  • Those fungi form symbiotic relationships with plant and tree roots, helping the roots collect water and nutrients from the soil to nourish the plants above.
    — Manjot Kaur Sidhu, The Conversation, 9 Oct. 2026
  • At the end of Season 1, Spider-Man and Doctor Strange team up to fight a mysterious symbiote alien, who leaves behind a small trace of symbiotic goo that Osborn collects and investigates.
    — Jordan Moreau, Variety, 8 Oct. 2026
Definition of symbiotic
Adjective
  • Brand, who again denies that any of the interaction was non-consensual, reportedly rarely took his eyes off the screen as the complainant’s police interview played.
    — Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 15 Oct. 2026
  • Much of America is now familiar with her account of that night, which begins with a consensual threesome and soon becomes something much darker.
    — Ruby Cramer, New Yorker, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of consensual
Adjective
  • For my body has betrayed that my personal Room 101 must be the mid-exposure realization of having miscalculated a mutual understanding.
    — Eugenie Brinkema, ARTnews.com, 17 Oct. 2026
  • Despite their stunning ensembles, their most important accessory was their obvious connection, shown through affectionate hugs, smiles, knowing glances, and mutual support.
    — Alessia Amorosini, Vanity Fair, 16 Oct. 2026
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