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Definition cooperate in American English

cooperate verb

[intransitive] verb
/koʊˈɑpəˌreɪt/
1

to work with other people to achieve a result that is good for everyone involved

Example

If the proposal is sensible and reasonable they should cooperate.

Example

Local people decided to cooperate with the authorities against the rebels.

Example

The company has agreed to cooperate in the development of this technology.

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2

to do what someone asks you to do, especially by providing them with information

Example

They threatened to harm him if he didn't cooperate.

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Definition cooperate in American English