as in cooperation
the work and activity of a number of persons who individually contribute toward the efficiency of the whole an operation requiring precise coordination among all branches of the armed forces

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Recent Examples of coordination Global coordination, finally, is a work in progress. Editorial, Boston Herald, 5 Mar. 2025 Yes, but: Some progressives are training their fire on leadership, arguing that a lack of top-down coordination left rank-and-file lawmakers to develop their own tactics. Axios, 5 Mar. 2025 There are basketball prodigies, young children blessed with physical gifts, coordination and the ability to make difficult plays look simple. Joseph Dycus, The Mercury News, 4 Mar. 2025 Additionally, the plan would outline protocols for managing bears that pose imminent threats to safety or property and would involve coordination with municipalities and law enforcement. Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 1 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for coordination

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“Coordination.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coordination. Accessed 14 Mar. 2025.

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