two-way

adjective

Definition of two-waynext
as in reciprocal

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Recent Examples of two-way The Nuggets needed Watson’s athleticism, his two-way skillset, his ability to create off the dribble. — Troy Renck, Denver Post, 20 Aug. 2026 Despite a recent controversy regarding his comments about Dodgers fans, Crow-Armstrong's dynamic play and the potential for a new MVP face could sway voters over Ohtani's two-way dominance. — Bernie Pleskoff, Forbes.com, 19 Aug. 2026 Ataii, Streiff, Pirnazar and Kuo also are two-way players and form a core group of seniors with Pruter. — Dan Albano, Oc Register, 19 Aug. 2026 Williams is a four-star recruit committed to Cal as a two-way player (receiver and defensive back). — Ethan Hanson, Daily News, 19 Aug. 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
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  • Invoking national emergency powers and ‘reciprocal’ levies, Trump layered tariffs on Canadian goods and key sectors worldwide before a Supreme Court ruling voided his most sweeping measures.
    — Wyatte Grantham-Philips, Los Angeles Times, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Researchers at other local universities had their reciprocal library rights cut off.
    — Justin Davidson, Curbed, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of reciprocal
Adjective
  • The United States and India finalized a consequential trade deal in February, the first of its kind between the two countries, which promises to increase bilateral trade to $500 billion by 2030.
    — C. Raja Mohan, Foreign Affairs, 27 Aug. 2026
  • In 2010, the bilateral Economic Cooperation Framework Agreement (ECFA) was concluded.
    — Arthur I. Cyr, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of bilateral
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  • Soaking chia seeds in tart cherry juice combines the benefits of both ingredients, but does not have a synergistic effect.
    — Kathleen Ferraro, Verywell Health, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Widely considered the gold standard of vitamin C serums, SkinCeuticals’ CE Ferulic serum melds 15 percent L-ascorbic acid (vitamin C) with ferulic acid for synergistic antioxidant support.
    — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 31 July 2026
Definition of synergistic
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  • But the symbiotic essence of orchids, the key to their immense evolutionary and ecological success, remained unknown until the end of nineteenth century.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 20 Aug. 2026
  • For example, authors and podcasters have a long-running symbiotic relationship.
    — Frank Racioppi, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of symbiotic
Adjective
  • Meta is rolling out an obvious fix to make its AI glasses less creepy amid backlash over the glasses’ non-consensual recordings that have flooded the Internet.
    — Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 28 Aug. 2026
  • After receiving his Miranda warnings, the defendant allegedly admitted to consensual intercourse with the 17-year-old.
    — Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of consensual
Adjective
  • Ritchie, who created the series, which was adapted from his 2019 film of the same name, met Markle through mutual acquaintances, THR was told.
    — Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 22 Aug. 2026
  • In tiny San Marino, the American pope praises a republic built on freedom and mutual respect, calling it a ‘laboratory of good politics’ that defends human dignity.
    — Giada Zampano, Los Angeles Times, 22 Aug. 2026
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“Two-way.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/two-way. Accessed 30 Aug. 2026.

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