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alliance

noun
əˈlaɪ.əns

Meaning

A union or association formed for mutual benefit, especially between countries or organizations.
a union or association formed for mutual benefit, especially between countries or organizations
a formal agreement or union between groups, countries, or organizations for mutual benefit

Example Sentences

Global alliances promote environmental sustainability.

The two countries formed a strong alliance for trade.

The two countries formed an alliance to strengthen their defense.

Example Expressions

form an alliance

Synonyms

coalition, partnership, union, pact, federation
Entry 1
coalition, partnership
Entry 2
partnership, coalition, union, pact
Entry 3
union, pact, partnership, coalition, federation

Antonyms

division, rivalry, opposition, conflict, hostility, separation
Entry 1
division, rivalry
Entry 2
opposition, rivalry, conflict
Entry 3
rivalry, hostility, separation

Collocations

strategic alliance, military alliance, form an alliance, political alliance, business alliance
Entry 2
strategic alliance, military alliance, form an alliance
Entry 3
strategic alliance, military alliance, political alliance, business alliance

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