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as in merger
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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as in confederacy
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 association
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 union
Reactions were mixed even among union members who voted to accept the contract.
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David Koenig, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
By Peter Weber, The Week US published 5 November 2024
What happened
Boeing's largest union approved the company's latest contract offer Monday night, ending a punishing seven-week strike.
—Peter Weber, theweek, 5 Nov. 2024
The union said 59% of workers voted to end the strike.
—Melvin Backman, Quartz, 5 Nov. 2024
The bill was supported by the National Border Patrol Council, the union that represents border agents.
—Brian Bennett, TIME, 3 Nov. 2024
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David Koenig, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
By Peter Weber, The Week US published 5 November 2024
What happened
Boeing's largest union approved the company's latest contract offer Monday night, ending a punishing seven-week strike.
—Peter Weber, theweek, 5 Nov. 2024
The union said 59% of workers voted to end the strike.
—Melvin Backman, Quartz, 5 Nov. 2024
The bill was supported by the National Border Patrol Council, the union that represents border agents.
—Brian Bennett, TIME, 3 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for union
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The company is evaluating merger and acquisition opportunities and other strategic alternatives, including a potential plan of dissolution.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
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The ruling follows approval of the merger by regulators in Japan and the European Union earlier this year.Reuters, CNN, 24 Oct. 2024
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Adams wanted to align the young Republic with Great Britain, while Jefferson favored a confederacy with France.Emily Hallas, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 18 Aug. 2024
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Others were composed of city-states or anchored by large nomadic confederacies.Alexander Cooley, Foreign Affairs, 26 Mar. 2021
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Well, that this gradual reduction in time spent near the boats means sharks most likely do not form long-term associations with these vessels.Melissa Cristina Marquez, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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The groups pointed out that the study found low IQ associations only at fluoride concentrations more than double those of the current recommendation of 0.7 milligrams per liter.Corinne Purtill, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2024
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That entity operated under the ruling Workers' Party's United Front Department and was responsible for analyzing South Korea's policies and promoting North Korea's vision of unification on terms favorable to the Kim regime.Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
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Created by Duke Ottavio Farnese in 1561 and expanded in the 1700s, this serene green space became a public park with Italian unification in the 1860s.Laura Itzkowitz, Travel + Leisure, 3 Nov. 2024
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In October last year, the administration of President Nicolás Maduro and a coalition of opposition parties agreed to terms for free and fair elections in what was known as the Barbados Agreement.Tirana Hassan, The Mercury News, 6 Nov. 2024
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The Missouri measure was placed on the ballot via an initiative petition, launched in January by a coalition of the state’s pro sports teams, including the St. Louis Cardinals, St, Louis Blues, Kansas City Chiefs, Kansas City Royals and Kansas City Current.Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 5 Nov. 2024
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Society Pass continues to focus on expanding its e-commerce ecosystem in Southeast Asia through acquisitions and strategic partnerships.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 15 Nov. 2024
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On foreign policy, Yoon — who has worked closely with Washington and Tokyo to solidify security cooperation in the face of North Korean threats — expressed optimism that the three-way partnership will continue to expand under Trump’s government.Reuters, NBC News, 8 Nov. 2024
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The relationship between Musk and Trump has been rocky over the years, despite their recent alliance.David Ingram, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
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If confirmed, Hegseth would face a daunting array of global crises, from the wars in the Middle East and Ukraine and the expanding alliance between Russia and North Korea to the growing competition with China.Tara Copp, The Denver Post, 13 Nov. 2024
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The company continues to focus on expanding its Ibotta Performance Network and maintaining relationships with key partners such as Walmart, Dollar General, and Family Dollar.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
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Thune and Cornyn are from the institutionalist wing of the GOP, and both have long-standing relationships with the conference.Elizabeth Robinson, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
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“Union.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/union. Accessed 22 Nov. 2024.
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