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coalition
[ koh-uh-lish-uhn ]
noun
- a combination or alliance, especially a temporary one between persons, factions, states, etc.
Synonyms: ,
- a union into one body or mass; fusion.
coalition
/ ˌəʊəˈɪʃə /
noun
- an alliance or union between groups, factions, or parties, esp for some temporary and specific reason
- ( as modifier )
a coalition government
- a fusion or merging into one body or mass
coalition
- An alliance of political groups formed to oppose a common foe or pursue a common goal.
Notes
Derived Forms
- ˌDzˈپDzԾ, noun
- ˌDzˈپDzԲ, adjective
Other Word Forms
- a·tDz· adjective
- a·tDz· noun
Word History and Origins
Origin of coalition1
Word History and Origins
Origin of coalition1
Example Sentences
That would be backed up by a "robust security guarantee", according to US outlet Axios, presumably backed up by a "coalition of the willing" involving the UK, France but not the US.
“In some ways, one of the key things that we’re focused on is building the community and coalitions that it takes to revitalize a place like downtown,” Griffin said.
In a leaked recording obtained by Sky News, Jenrick said he wanted the "fight" against Labour at the next general election to be "united" and he was "determined" to "bring this coalition together".
Throughout history, the rise of great powers has provoked backlash and balancing coalitions, but for the United States, quite remarkably, it hasn’t.
Green said his union is putting together a coalition of labor leaders to head to Sacramento to voice their support for Bass’ request for state financial assistance.
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