Thesaurus results for INTERACTION

interaction

noun

ˌin-tər-ˈak-shən

Definition of interaction

as in relation

doings between individuals or groups she guessed from the friendly interaction that they were close to the other parents in the organization

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Recent Examples of interaction Not end inquiry with familiar labels but enable deeper investigation and interaction. — Pravir Malik, Forbes.com, 16 Oct. 2026 For Caron, the interaction was especially meaningful because her son is not always met with the same kindness. — Logan Hall, CBS News, 16 Oct. 2026 As the world sheltered in place and moved online for work, school and social interactions, there was an increase in isolation and loneliness. — Ari Lightman, The Conversation, 16 Oct. 2026 This could include summarizing important meetings, recalling interactions, or automatically adding tasks to your to-do list, since Bee can also connect to your apps, such as email. — Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 15 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for interaction

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Smith praised Carney for improving relations with a province that frequently clashed with his predecessor, Justin Trudeau, over his carbon tax and other energy policies.

— Rob Gillies, Fortune, 17 Oct. 2026
The waiver also raises questions about Washington’s commitment to Ukraine as relations between the two countries deteriorate.

— Rebecca Schneid, Time, 17 Oct. 2026

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