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as in factions
a group of people acting together within a larger group
rival coalitions struggling for control of the party
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as in alliances
an association of persons, parties, or states for mutual assistance and protection
preservationists formed a coalition with the theater owners to preserve these historic structures
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Recent Examples of coalitions
Throughout Germany, where the AfD has placed highly in state elections, the other parties have generally refused to form coalitions with it.
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Lora Kolodny, CNBC, 20 Dec. 2024
The mainstream parties have refused to govern with the AfD, but its presence complicates the parliamentary arithmetic, making unwieldy coalitions more likely.
—Fox News, 16 Dec. 2024
Germany’s electoral system traditionally produces coalitions, and polls show no party anywhere near an absolute majority on its own.
—Geir Moulson, Los Angeles Times, 16 Dec. 2024
After all, changes in the makeup of the party coalitions and the varying appeal of individual candidates can lead different states to move in opposite directions.
—Geoffrey Skelley, ABC News, 10 Dec. 2024
The four pillars of just transition that Black Mesa United focuses on are the need for robust governmental support, dedicated funding to sustain programs and initiatives, building strong and diverse coalitions, and expanding economic opportunities through diversification, said Anagal.
—Arlyssa D. Becenti, The Arizona Republic, 6 Dec. 2024
Ultimately, either a multilateral framework like the OECD’s Pillar One will need to be implemented, or regional coalitions like the EU will need to push forward with policies that force larger players to reckon with a coordinated global push for fairness.
—Andrew Leahey, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Macron can, however, pursue a new round of talks with lawmakers from France's different political coalitions to try to appoint a new prime minister.
—Kim Hjelmgaard, USA TODAY, 4 Dec. 2024
In addition, new policy coalitions and leadership groups will form, notably so in the case of the Nordic and Baltic states on defence and immigration.
—Mike O'Sullivan, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024
Lora Kolodny, CNBC, 20 Dec. 2024
The mainstream parties have refused to govern with the AfD, but its presence complicates the parliamentary arithmetic, making unwieldy coalitions more likely.
—Fox News, 16 Dec. 2024
Germany’s electoral system traditionally produces coalitions, and polls show no party anywhere near an absolute majority on its own.
—Geir Moulson, Los Angeles Times, 16 Dec. 2024
After all, changes in the makeup of the party coalitions and the varying appeal of individual candidates can lead different states to move in opposite directions.
—Geoffrey Skelley, ABC News, 10 Dec. 2024
The four pillars of just transition that Black Mesa United focuses on are the need for robust governmental support, dedicated funding to sustain programs and initiatives, building strong and diverse coalitions, and expanding economic opportunities through diversification, said Anagal.
—Arlyssa D. Becenti, The Arizona Republic, 6 Dec. 2024
Ultimately, either a multilateral framework like the OECD’s Pillar One will need to be implemented, or regional coalitions like the EU will need to push forward with policies that force larger players to reckon with a coordinated global push for fairness.
—Andrew Leahey, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Macron can, however, pursue a new round of talks with lawmakers from France's different political coalitions to try to appoint a new prime minister.
—Kim Hjelmgaard, USA TODAY, 4 Dec. 2024
In addition, new policy coalitions and leadership groups will form, notably so in the case of the Nordic and Baltic states on defence and immigration.
—Mike O'Sullivan, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for coalitions
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Pity Mike Johnson; unifying the different factions of the GOP will be next to impossible given his lack of leverage.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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Progressive and centrist parties have higher approval, while conservative factions are more skeptical, although there is growing acceptance even within these groups.Dario Sabaghi, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
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Besides Gaza, Biden's defeat might have serious consequences for Ukraine, NATO and America's alliances generally.Nathaniel Rakich, ABC News, 23 Dec. 2024
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Reflect on your friendships and group alliances.USA TODAY, USA TODAY, 22 Dec. 2024
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Strikes — particularly ones that happen during the holidays, a time of high economic activity — can help unions exercise leverage during negotiations or flex their muscles by garnering support from workers and sympathetic consumers.CBS News, CBS News, 23 Dec. 2024
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This would require new language and agreements from multiple unions, to be negotiated with producers, executives and buyers.Diane Farr, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 Dec. 2024
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“Coalitions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coalitions. Accessed 28 Dec. 2024.
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