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as in treaties
a formal agreement between two or more nations or peoples
the smaller countries signed an alliance pledging to protect one another against the belligerent behemoth in their midst
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as in coalitions
an association of persons, parties, or states for mutual assistance and protection
an alliance between the French and the Algonquians to check Iroquois advances into their territory
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as in partnerships
the state of having shared interests or efforts (as in social or business matters)
in alliance with booksellers, the nation's schools are promoting National Reading Month
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Recent Examples of alliances
Besides Gaza, Biden's defeat might have serious consequences for Ukraine, NATO and America's alliances generally.
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Nathaniel Rakich, ABC News, 23 Dec. 2024
Reflect on your friendships and group alliances.
—USA TODAY, 22 Dec. 2024
Ready to make strategic alliances?
—USA TODAY, 21 Dec. 2024
The new theory posits that the monument’s stones, sourced from distant regions, served as symbols of political alliances, possibly after unrest.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
The event was an intense and revealing look into how people behave when significant sums of money are on the line, from alliances to emotional reactions over financial stakes.
—True Tamplin, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
With the concept of tribal alliances still exotic at this early stage of the show’s evolution, the Pagong tribe members were a mess of conflicting agendas and illusions about making voting decisions based on integrity and other such nonsense.
—Joe Reid, Vulture, 19 Dec. 2024
The international story of this year may be the collapse of Iran’s alliances.
—Robin Wright, The New Yorker, 19 Dec. 2024
Whether that means documenting your work, building alliances within the organization, or knowing when to move on, understanding the signs of a narcissistic boss is the first step toward reclaiming agency in a challenging workplace.
—Mark Murphy, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
Nathaniel Rakich, ABC News, 23 Dec. 2024
Reflect on your friendships and group alliances.
—USA TODAY, 22 Dec. 2024
Ready to make strategic alliances?
—USA TODAY, 21 Dec. 2024
The new theory posits that the monument’s stones, sourced from distant regions, served as symbols of political alliances, possibly after unrest.
—Jamie Carter, Forbes, 21 Dec. 2024
The event was an intense and revealing look into how people behave when significant sums of money are on the line, from alliances to emotional reactions over financial stakes.
—True Tamplin, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
With the concept of tribal alliances still exotic at this early stage of the show’s evolution, the Pagong tribe members were a mess of conflicting agendas and illusions about making voting decisions based on integrity and other such nonsense.
—Joe Reid, Vulture, 19 Dec. 2024
The international story of this year may be the collapse of Iran’s alliances.
—Robin Wright, The New Yorker, 19 Dec. 2024
Whether that means documenting your work, building alliances within the organization, or knowing when to move on, understanding the signs of a narcissistic boss is the first step toward reclaiming agency in a challenging workplace.
—Mark Murphy, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for alliances
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The founders expected the federal government to deal with issues of national concern, such as protecting the border, entering into treaties with other nations, and settling disputes between the states.Adam A. Millsap, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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West Germany and South Korea agreed to similar terms in return for defense treaties with NATO and the United States.Michael McFaul, Foreign Affairs, 12 Dec. 2024
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Throughout Germany, where the AfD has placed highly in state elections, the other parties have generally refused to form coalitions with it.Lora Kolodny, CNBC, 20 Dec. 2024
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The mainstream parties have refused to govern with the AfD, but its presence complicates the parliamentary arithmetic, making unwieldy coalitions more likely.Fox News, Fox News, 16 Dec. 2024
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Industry-wide initiatives, public-private partnerships, and working with policymakers are essential to creating the regulatory and market frameworks needed for a resilient future.Mindy Lubber, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Amex also has multiple partnerships including Marriott International and Delta, enabling customers to earn attractive rewards and further incentivizing spending activity.Trefis Team, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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To aid with skills development, leverage the support of training programs offered by industry associations like the National Association of Manufacturers, Society of Manufacturing Engineers or The Manufacturing Institute.Kerrie Jordan, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Collaborating with these associations can help close skills gaps and improve employee retention.Kerrie Jordan, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Employees organized at bookstores, where unions are rare, and were successful with campaigns at some stores run by Apple, Trader Joe's and the outdoor equipment company REI.CBS News, CBS News, 23 Dec. 2024
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Both unions are working to raise public awareness of their struggles and to compel their employers to engage in discussions about fair compensation and labor practices.Jack Kelly, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Women who voluntarily remain single often report higher levels of happiness than single men and are less likely to seek romantic relationships.Mark Travers, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Times may be tough but relationships are strong.Andrew DeAngelo, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Known for her collaborations with Jason Wu and Eileen Fisher, Piazza embodies the ethos of thoughtful creation.Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Professionally, nurturing your network can open doors to new opportunities and collaborations.Maha Abouelenein, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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Some had gang affiliations, but many did not.Tracy Wilkinson, Los Angeles Times, 23 Dec. 2024
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Hospitals with religious affiliations sometimes don’t perform procedures to empty the uterus.Kavitha Surana, ProPublica, 19 Dec. 2024
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“Alliances.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alliances. Accessed 7 Jan. 2025.
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