1
as in mergers
the act or an instance of joining two or more things into one
the union of East Germany and West Germany that became possible after the fall of communism
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2
as in coalitions
an association of persons, parties, or states for mutual assistance and protection
in 1949 the U.S. and Canada joined their European allies in a transatlantic union to defend Western Europe from aggression by the Soviet Union
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as in associations
the state of having shared interests or efforts (as in social or business matters)
the movie studio is producing the blockbuster in union with another studio because of the tremendous cost involved
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Recent Examples of unions
Any graft unions on the tree’s trunk should also be well above the soil line.
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Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Oct. 2025
Last week, a group of unions and corporate watchdogs launched the Take Back Tesla website to oppose the pay package, noting Musk’s embracing of right-wing political movements and amplifying of conspiracy theories that have damaged the brand.
—Chris Eudaily, CNBC, 27 Oct. 2025
Those unions’ rank and file, increasingly, see Democrats as cultural elitists who look down on them and want to replace their jobs.
—David Weigel, semafor.com, 27 Oct. 2025
The airlines and major unions across the industry have urged Congress to make a deal to end the shutdown.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 25 Oct. 2025
Maduro said during a meeting with pro-government unions, emphasizing his call for calm.
—Amir Daftari, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Oct. 2025
The grassroots efforts by the workforce are being assisted by three local unions, Unite Here Local 25, as well as IATSE Locals 22 and 868.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 24 Oct. 2025
Pro-housing groups saw CEQA as a tool development opponents were using to delay or kill projects and that construction unions were misusing to compel developers to employ their members.
—Dan Walters, Oc Register, 24 Oct. 2025
Contracts for both unions expired June 30 after negotiations on new contracts began in early 2025.
—Sierra Lopez, Mercury News, 19 Oct. 2025
Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Oct. 2025
Last week, a group of unions and corporate watchdogs launched the Take Back Tesla website to oppose the pay package, noting Musk’s embracing of right-wing political movements and amplifying of conspiracy theories that have damaged the brand.
—Chris Eudaily, CNBC, 27 Oct. 2025
Those unions’ rank and file, increasingly, see Democrats as cultural elitists who look down on them and want to replace their jobs.
—David Weigel, semafor.com, 27 Oct. 2025
The airlines and major unions across the industry have urged Congress to make a deal to end the shutdown.
—Preston Fore, Fortune, 25 Oct. 2025
Maduro said during a meeting with pro-government unions, emphasizing his call for calm.
—Amir Daftari, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Oct. 2025
The grassroots efforts by the workforce are being assisted by three local unions, Unite Here Local 25, as well as IATSE Locals 22 and 868.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 24 Oct. 2025
Pro-housing groups saw CEQA as a tool development opponents were using to delay or kill projects and that construction unions were misusing to compel developers to employ their members.
—Dan Walters, Oc Register, 24 Oct. 2025
Contracts for both unions expired June 30 after negotiations on new contracts began in early 2025.
—Sierra Lopez, Mercury News, 19 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unions
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Investment banking analysts regularly clock more than 80 hours a week when working on live deals, leveraging Microsoft’s Excel program to deliver financial models for mergers and leveraged buyouts.—
Nino Paoli,
Fortune,
22 Oct. 2025
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Stadthaus will transition to the role of President of Strategy and M&A (mergers and acquisitions) and will continue to advise on the company's long term growth.—
Molly Davis,
Nashville Tennessean,
21 Oct. 2025
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Relational – for building trust in coalitions, partnerships, and teams.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
27 Oct. 2025
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The measure’s submission set the stage for a battle with business coalitions and wealth donors.—
Cathie Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
24 Oct. 2025
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That includes a 2024 study in Sweden of about 2 million children, more than 180,000 of whom were exposed to acetaminophen during pregnancy, which found no associations between the pain medication and children’s risk of autism, ADHD or intellectual disability.—
N'dea Yancey-Bragg,
USA Today,
28 Oct. 2025
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It is not accredited by any major zoo or sanctuary associations, which is voluntary and comes with stricter welfare and conservation standards.—
Quinn Clark,
jsonline.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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As this weekly chart shows, NFLX has a strong history of breaking out from similar consolidations, often following through to new highs.—
Frank Cappelleri,
CNBC,
22 Oct. 2025
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The difference is that the majority of the shuttered newspapers last year was not the result of consolidations by big chains, but longtime independent owners who have given up — at places like the Wasatch Wave in Utah or the Aurelia Star in Iowa, the report said.—
David Bauder,
Fortune,
21 Oct. 2025
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And yet, these alliances are by no means inevitable; the multilateral sinews that bind peoples and nations need to be cultivated when times are good and bad.—
Time,
Time,
28 Oct. 2025
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Fury will focus on the Sturlung Era, a period defined by family betrayal, shifting alliances and violent uprisings.—
Stewart Clarke,
Deadline,
28 Oct. 2025
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And this year, expect more discussions, and concrete dealmaking, around AI and broader technology partnerships, as the forum doubles down on digital infrastructure and data-driven industries.—
Wael Mahdi,
semafor.com,
27 Oct. 2025
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Marking a bold new phase in its international expansion plans, Zeta Studios revealed that multiple projects and partnerships have already emerged from this event and will be announced shortly.—
Anna Marie de la Fuente,
Variety,
27 Oct. 2025
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Before that, were there additional unifications that occurred?—
Ethan Siegel,
Big Think,
16 Sep. 2025
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The close, caring but contentious relationships among the three Williams women constitute some of the new season’s greatest pleasures.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
23 Oct. 2025
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These relationships provide emotional safety and stability, which can be especially powerful for women.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
22 Oct. 2025
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“Unions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unions. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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