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colleague

Definition for colleague

noun as in associate, fellow worker

Strongest matches

aide, ally, assistant, buddy, co-worker, companion, comrade, friend, partner, teammate

Strong matches

auxiliary, chum, coadjutor, cohort, collaborator, compatriot, compeer, confederate, confrere, crony, helper, pal, workmate

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Example Sentences

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He said he has colleagues who have needed to take on second jobs or live with multiple roommates.

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Bristol's former leader of the Green Party has resigned as she believes some of her colleagues' actions have "undermined the democratic process".

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But there were some colleagues who never went home.

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Former colleagues describe Lucas as outspoken, dedicated and smart.

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Many in Welsh Labour are hoping for big investment announcements from their colleagues at Westminster, such as the new nuclear power station on Anglesey announced recently.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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