teamwork
noun
team·work
ˈtēm-ˌwərk 
: work done by a group acting together so that each member does a part that contributes to the efficiency of the whole
the crew's smoothly coordinated teamwork
Examples of teamwork in a Sentence
They credit good teamwork for their success.
it takes teamwork to pull off a successful fund-raiser
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Make Knowledge Sharing Rewarding: Traditional performance metrics often reward individual achievements, which can discourage teamwork.
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Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
The discipline, teamwork, and resilience developed through basketball translate into lifelong attributes that serve them well beyond graduation.
—Joanne Berger-Sweeney, Hartford Courant, 13 Mar. 2025
The story underscored the adaptability and teamwork required to thrive in her role, where unexpected challenges are routine.
—Colin Cerniglia, Charlotte Observer, 9 Mar. 2025
By emphasizing teamwork, resilience, and self-expression over rigid gender norms, rugby provides an atmosphere where athletes can fully embrace their identities without fear of judgment.
—Paige Perricone, The Denver Post, 7 Mar. 2025
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Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 14 Mar. 2025
The discipline, teamwork, and resilience developed through basketball translate into lifelong attributes that serve them well beyond graduation.
—Joanne Berger-Sweeney, Hartford Courant, 13 Mar. 2025
The story underscored the adaptability and teamwork required to thrive in her role, where unexpected challenges are routine.
—Colin Cerniglia, Charlotte Observer, 9 Mar. 2025
By emphasizing teamwork, resilience, and self-expression over rigid gender norms, rugby provides an atmosphere where athletes can fully embrace their identities without fear of judgment.
—Paige Perricone, The Denver Post, 7 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for teamwork
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“Teamwork.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/teamwork. Accessed 22 Mar. 2025.
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teamwork
noun
team·work
ˈtēm-ˌwərk
: the work or activity of a number of persons acting together as a team
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