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as in organization
a group of persons formally joined together for some common interest
a firm believer in community service and a dedicated member of the local fraternity of Good Samaritans
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as in profession
the body of people in a profession or field of activity
the fraternity of civil engineers
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Recent Examples of fraternity
In 2018, following the death of Max Gruver — a Louisiana State University student who died of alcohol poisoning after a hazing ritual at the Phi Delta Theta fraternity house — then-Gov. John Bel Edwards signed into state several law anti-hazing laws meant to curb hazing and increase penalties.
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CBS News, 6 Mar. 2025
Now, local authorities are investigating whether a possible act of fraternity hazing played a role in his tragic passing.
—Melissa Noel, Essence, 6 Mar. 2025
All membership intake activities for school fraternities, sororities and clubs have been paused, the university said in a memo.
—Minyvonne Burke, NBC News, 6 Mar. 2025
The Craftsman-style home was one of the first to be built along a historic street in the Five Points area, just blocks from the University of Georgia’s campus and the scenic row of sorority and fraternity houses on Milledge Avenue.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 19 Mar. 2025
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CBS News, 6 Mar. 2025
Now, local authorities are investigating whether a possible act of fraternity hazing played a role in his tragic passing.
—Melissa Noel, Essence, 6 Mar. 2025
All membership intake activities for school fraternities, sororities and clubs have been paused, the university said in a memo.
—Minyvonne Burke, NBC News, 6 Mar. 2025
The Craftsman-style home was one of the first to be built along a historic street in the Five Points area, just blocks from the University of Georgia’s campus and the scenic row of sorority and fraternity houses on Milledge Avenue.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 19 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fraternity
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In addition to his résumé as an actor, Barty was an advocate for others with dwarfism and founded the Little People of America organization and the Billy Barty Foundation.—
Alexandra Schonfeld,
People.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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By embracing these approaches, leaders can strengthen their organization's commitment to DEI, turning potential challenges into opportunities for growth and innovation.—
Jason Wingard,
Forbes.com,
5 Apr. 2025
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Here are some professions that will likely feel less impact.—
Kevin Williams,
Quartz,
3 Apr. 2025
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Although her sister chose to follow their parents’ path and is now pursuing a law degree, Myers never felt drawn to that profession.—
Michaela Zee,
Variety,
3 Apr. 2025
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The court’s order involved a technical legal assessment of the right, or standing, of several nonprofit associations to sue over the firings.—
Mark Sherman,
Chicago Tribune,
8 Apr. 2025
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This includes more robust small business impact assessments, expanded export training and support, and greater engagement with industry associations that represent smaller firms.—
Natalie Madeira Cofield,
Forbes.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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Befitting their brotherhood — and a rare chance to fulfill it all the more.—
Vahe Gregorian,
Kansas City Star,
18 Mar. 2025
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In preserving this emotional moment, Rush 50 commemorates a brotherhood as well as a discography, and concludes a suitably epic tour of one of rock’s most fulfilling and rewarding journeys.—
Hank Shteamer,
Rolling Stone,
20 Mar. 2025
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This year marks the 50th anniversary of the revered music institution, which premiered on PBS in 1975.—
Jessica Nicholson,
Billboard,
10 Apr. 2025
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An earlier card count found that around 70 percent of the bargaining unit supported joining AFSCME Cultural Workers United, Council 36, which represents staff at institutions including the Academy Museum, the Academy Foundation and the Museum of Contemporary Art.—
Katie Kilkenny,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Apr. 2025
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The plan may cause a tug-of-war with the White House Correspondents’ Association, the independent group that currently assigns seats and manages the relationship between the White House and the press corps.—
Brian Stelter,
CNN Money,
30 Mar. 2025
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Where the Barracuda have been hurting is on their defense corps, which was affected Saturday when the Sharks recalled Jimmy Schuldt.—
Curtis Pashelka,
Mercury News,
30 Mar. 2025
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For Manal, the real power of the album lies in speaking up about topics considered taboo in society.—
Nour Ezzedine,
Billboard,
10 Apr. 2025
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While out in society, Elizabeth interacts with single men like Mr. Darcy, an outwardly curmudgeon who is misunderstood.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
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And there’s a sector of the Puerto Rican filmmaking community that offers services to these productions.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Mar. 2025
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Whether guiding a business, leading a nonprofit, or advancing a community initiative, purpose is the critical differentiator between transient inspiration and lasting impact.—
Brent Gleeson,
Forbes.com,
28 Mar. 2025
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“Fraternity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fraternity. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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