as in contribution
the state or action of being actively involved in something
The subjects were thanked for their valuable participation in the study.
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Initiative 2124, meanwhile, would make participation in Washington's long-term care program optional.
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Melissa Santos, Axios, 5 Nov. 2024
Other opponents include the leaders of several Democratic legislative districts, the League of Women Voters and Civic Engagement Beyond Voting, a nonprofit that encourages greater participation in daily governance.
—Mary Jo Pitzl, The Arizona Republic, 5 Nov. 2024
Impulse’s all-encompassing content experience delivered 35% participation, scanning 1,109 faces during the gala and an average of seven pictures per guest.
—Meredith Ogilvie-Thompson, Variety, 4 Nov. 2024
Previously, the group’s announcements were released by the League – the trade organization representing theater owners and producers – despite the fact that the League has no participation in the tribute process.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 4 Nov. 2024
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Melissa Santos, Axios, 5 Nov. 2024
Other opponents include the leaders of several Democratic legislative districts, the League of Women Voters and Civic Engagement Beyond Voting, a nonprofit that encourages greater participation in daily governance.
—Mary Jo Pitzl, The Arizona Republic, 5 Nov. 2024
Impulse’s all-encompassing content experience delivered 35% participation, scanning 1,109 faces during the gala and an average of seven pictures per guest.
—Meredith Ogilvie-Thompson, Variety, 4 Nov. 2024
Previously, the group’s announcements were released by the League – the trade organization representing theater owners and producers – despite the fact that the League has no participation in the tribute process.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 4 Nov. 2024
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“Participation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/participation. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.
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