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collective

[kuh-lek-tiv] / kəˈlɛk tɪv /


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"But the deadlock of a single pillar should not jeopardise the entire future of this high-tech European capability which will bolster our collective defence," he said.

From Barron's

As soon as the actors started reading, their collective nervousness disappeared.

From The Wall Street Journal

But being part of a collective requires engagement.

From Salon

Although the collective bargaining agreement does not expire until Dec. 1, Commissioner Rob Manfred said last week he expected talks on a new deal to start soon after opening day.

From Los Angeles Times

Said Bailes: “I was confident the ball was going to come back to me. It’s a collective team effort. Lanes started opening up and I took advantage.”

From Los Angeles Times