coordination
noun
co·or·di·na·tion
(ˌ)kō-ˌȯr-də-ˈnā-shən 
1
: the process of organizing people or groups so that they work together properly and well
2
: the harmonious functioning of parts for effective results
The game requires excellent hand-eye coordination.
Examples of coordination in a Sentence
The new agency will oversee the coordination of the various departments.
The manager is in charge of project coordination.
There needs to be better coordination between departments.
the coordination of our schedules
better coordination of the dancers' moves
Playing sports improves strength and coordination.
The illness causes a loss of coordination.
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Skipping helps reinforce proper foot placement, rhythm and coordination.
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Tandem bike riding can require coordination and communication between front and rear riders, since maneuvers such as sharp turns or evasive steering must be performed in unison.
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Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 23 Mar. 2025
Daily coordination meetings about encampment actions aren't documented, leaving key decisions without a paper trail.
—Alayna Alvarez, Axios, 21 Mar. 2025
Skipping helps reinforce proper foot placement, rhythm and coordination.
—Jesse Pines, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
Tandem bike riding can require coordination and communication between front and rear riders, since maneuvers such as sharp turns or evasive steering must be performed in unison.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 21 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for coordination
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“Coordination.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/coordination. Accessed 27 Mar. 2025.
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coordination
noun
co·or·di·na·tion
(ˌ)kō-ˌȯrd-ᵊn-ˈā-shən
1
: the act of coordinating
2
: smooth working together (as of parts)
good muscular coordination
Medical Definition
coordination
noun
co·or·di·na·tion
(ˌ)kō-ˌȯrd-ᵊn-ˈā-shən
1
: the act or action of coordinating
2
: the harmonious functioning of parts (as muscle and nerves) for most effective results
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