as in supporters
someone associated with another to give assistance or moral support
in trying to convince his parents to send him to soccer camp, the youngster had a strong ally in his coach
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as in cooperates
to form or enter into an association that furthers the interests of its members
the area's small grape growers have allied and formed a cooperative that will help them get the best prices
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Recent Examples of allies
Josh Meyer, USA Today, 25 Apr. 2026
Israel cultivated a close relationship with Azerbaijan shortly after its independence, with the duo soon becoming one of each other’s most important allies.
—Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 25 Apr. 2026
Following military coups, the juntas in the three countries have turned from Western allies to Russia for help in combating Islamic militants.
—CBS News, 25 Apr. 2026
In their search for a primary challenger to Massie, the president’s allies eventually settled on Gallrein, who had not previously run for political office.
—Russell Berman, The Atlantic, 25 Apr. 2026
Unfortunately, Trump’s bullying style of diplomacy does not engender a willingness by allies and friends to step forward and provide assistance to our efforts in Iran.
—Tom Jurkowsky, Baltimore Sun, 25 Apr. 2026
Well, the president, no stranger to plastering his name on things, and his allies keep bringing it up.
—Evan Simko-Bednarski, New York Daily News, 25 Apr. 2026
Its allies Hezbollah in Lebanon and Hamas in Gaza are degraded but functioning, with Israel still regularly launching strikes at both.
—Sam Metz, Chicago Tribune, 25 Apr. 2026
Its capture marked a significant symbolic victory for the junta and its Russian allies.
—Mark Banchereau, Los Angeles Times, 25 Apr. 2026
David Sims, The Atlantic, 19 Dec. 2025
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In October, Patel said the bureau was severing its ties with SPLC, following escalating complaints from conservatives and prominent Trump allies.
—Josh Meyer, USA Today, 25 Apr. 2026
Israel cultivated a close relationship with Azerbaijan shortly after its independence, with the duo soon becoming one of each other’s most important allies.
—Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 25 Apr. 2026
Following military coups, the juntas in the three countries have turned from Western allies to Russia for help in combating Islamic militants.
—CBS News, 25 Apr. 2026
In their search for a primary challenger to Massie, the president’s allies eventually settled on Gallrein, who had not previously run for political office.
—Russell Berman, The Atlantic, 25 Apr. 2026
Unfortunately, Trump’s bullying style of diplomacy does not engender a willingness by allies and friends to step forward and provide assistance to our efforts in Iran.
—Tom Jurkowsky, Baltimore Sun, 25 Apr. 2026
Well, the president, no stranger to plastering his name on things, and his allies keep bringing it up.
—Evan Simko-Bednarski, New York Daily News, 25 Apr. 2026
Its allies Hezbollah in Lebanon and Hamas in Gaza are degraded but functioning, with Israel still regularly launching strikes at both.
—Sam Metz, Chicago Tribune, 25 Apr. 2026
Its capture marked a significant symbolic victory for the junta and its Russian allies.
—Mark Banchereau, Los Angeles Times, 25 Apr. 2026
Verb
The ash people’s perspective allies them with the group looking to strip-mine Pandora’s resources.
—David Sims, The Atlantic, 19 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for allies
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Whitecaps rally Outside the FIFA Congress was a small rally of about 100 supporters of the Vancouver Whitecaps, protesting the possible relocation of the Major League Soccer team.—
Anne M. Peterson,
Chicago Tribune,
1 May 2026
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Family members, coaches, friends and other supporters of the finalists and scholarship program are welcome to request a ticket to attend.—
Elizabeth Marie Himchak,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
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The pairing is a striking example of what grafting can look like when biology cooperates.—
Ryan Brennan
April 23,
Charlotte Observer,
23 Apr. 2026
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When the weather cooperates, there’s also the option to take advantage of the charcoal and gas grills and the outdoor picnic table, which seats 10.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
16 Apr. 2026
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Dustin even re-christens the group the Hawkins Investigators Club, a particularly groanworthy development since there’s already a fictional member’s group that unites the ragtag gang.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
23 Apr. 2026
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The result is layered and balanced, a dish that playfully unites a region long defined by the debate of who does it best.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
23 Apr. 2026
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The exec brought up how Arte federates a network of 14 public broadcasters, has programs available in seven languages, and maintains strong ties with the creative ecosystem across Europe.—
Rafa Sales Ross,
Variety,
17 Mar. 2026
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Keep in mind that Broadcom collaborates with Google on these TPUs.—
Jeff Marks,
CNBC,
22 Apr. 2026
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Above all, in targeting their next GM to work with head coach Kevin O’Connell, the Vikings are hoping to establish an infrastructure that collaborates as much in practice as in theory.—
Alec Lewis,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2026
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Their top-30 visits, where NFL clubs host prospects at their facilities to gather further intel, are often smokescreens.—
Luca Evans,
Denver Post,
19 Apr. 2026
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These are in addition to private members clubs The Wilde and Cipriani, among other highlights.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
16 Jan. 2026
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“Allies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/allies. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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