as in partnership
the state of having shared interests or efforts (as in social or business matters)
the drama club's hookup with a local acting company provided several aspiring young actors with experience doing summer theater
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as in to travel
to come or be together as friends
former classmates who hooked up and started a business together
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Recent Examples of hookup
Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 16 May 2025
However, the emphasis is less on any ultimate hookup than on how the distinct pressures of the ivory tower can torment and even destroy its inhabitants.
—Chris Vognar, Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2025
Dominique Fluker, Essence, 23 May 2025
Duchene and Seguin nearly hooked up for the equalizer late in the second period, but Seguin drew iron instead.
—Mark Lazerus, New York Times, 16 May 2025
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Noun
Their hookup in the bathroom during their oral boards in season eight is one of the hottest scenes in Grey’s Anatomy history, period.
—Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 16 May 2025
However, the emphasis is less on any ultimate hookup than on how the distinct pressures of the ivory tower can torment and even destroy its inhabitants.
—Chris Vognar, Los Angeles Times, 14 May 2025
Verb
There were variations of grills, and stones, and he’s hooked up some of your favorite rappers from Pharrell to A$AP Rocky to Megan Thee Stallion.
—Dominique Fluker, Essence, 23 May 2025
Duchene and Seguin nearly hooked up for the equalizer late in the second period, but Seguin drew iron instead.
—Mark Lazerus, New York Times, 16 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hookup
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The partnership culminated in a high-profile Super Bowl spot with Gillis and Post Malone promoting the beer in what turned into one of the big game’s biggest hits.—
Justin Kroll,
Deadline,
21 May 2025
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Both leaders believe the new partnership will help lead to more complex pediatric care in South Florida for cardiovascular disease and other conditions.—
Michelle Marchante,
Miami Herald,
21 May 2025
Verb
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Best Amazon Comfortable Shoe and Clothing Deals When traveling on assignment, my first packing priority is always comfortable shoes that can keep up with my busy schedule and not leave me with tired, achy feet at the end of the day.—
Aly Walansky,
Travel + Leisure,
24 May 2025
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What’s The Best Way To See The Northern Lights? NOAA recommends traveling to a north-facing, high vantage point away from light pollution sometime between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. local time.—
Ty Roush,
Forbes.com,
23 May 2025
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Brands that establish relationships with AI platforms and optimize their product data now will be positioned to scale when advertising inventory becomes widely available.—
Kiri Masters,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2025
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The full moon in your sign on the 12th should illuminate any relationships that may need to evolve, change, or end in your life.—
Meghan Rose,
Glamour,
1 June 2025
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That's because psychological benefits are associated with having a college fund.—
Medora Lee,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
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On the heels of this dementia study, researchers in South Korea found that the shingles vaccine is associated with heart health benefits, too.—
Stephanie Anderson Witmer,
Health,
22 May 2025
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The name of the president of the harbor commission, Pietro Di Carlo, a leading citizen of San Pedro, had come up in the investigation in connection with a contract with a troubled development company that Di Carlo had had associations with.—
Patt Morrison,
Los Angeles Times,
24 May 2025
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In the 2021-2022 academic year, international students in the U.S. generated nearly $34 billion and supported over 335,000 jobs, according to nonprofit association of professional educators NAFSA.—
Miranda Jeyaretnam,
Time,
23 May 2025
Verb
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Bennet, who is now running for governor, and Tester largely ignored the protesters, who interjected throughout the event, as they were escorted out or asked by security not to disrupt.—
Nick Coltrain,
Denver Post,
29 May 2025
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On the first half-court possession of the game, Boston ran a handoff with Sydney Colson on the wing, springing her for a clean jumper at the free-throw line.—
Sabreena Merchant,
New York Times,
29 May 2025
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Each element is connected by strong metal hinges that can be easily greased to keep movement seamless.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
28 May 2025
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Uptown Charlotte 7) Artwork: Luminous Lane murals Location: 100 E. 4th St., Charlotte Bursting with colorful murals, Luminous Lane connects 3rd street to 4th street, between College and Tryon Streets in uptown.—
Liz Rothaus Bertrand,
Charlotte Observer,
28 May 2025
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The emotion from each of them about their experience on the show — and Reali’s emotional connection with each of them — was palpable.—
Dan Shanoff,
New York Times,
21 May 2025
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That conversation created a strong personal connection that carried throughout the game.—
Dalton Ross,
EW.com,
21 May 2025
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“Hookup.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hookup. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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