mutuality

noun

Definition of mutualitynext
as in intimacy

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Recent Examples of mutuality Replace hierarchy with reciprocity At the heart of the Volunteering Reconnected movement lies a shift in mindset, from charity to mutuality. — Big Think, 18 Nov. 2025 This might clarify the mutuality of the practice, as well as its importance. — Amy Lindgren, Twin Cities, 8 Nov. 2025 In these grounding—and grounded—spaces, strength comes not from mastery but mutuality, and healing happens side-by-side. — Chloe Frost-Smith, Vogue, 2 Nov. 2025 Allow the tension to build, but also allow space for mutuality. — Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 21 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for mutuality
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mutuality
  1. intimacy
  2. friendship
  3. cordiality
  4. familiarity
  5. inseparability
  6. belonging
  7. nearness
Noun
  • Whitaker said moving through the landscape together allowed the cinematography to capture their friendship without forcing intimacy.
    — Dana Feldman, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Curiosity about the unknowable begins masquerading as intimacy, and you can be left feeling both heartbroken and filled with self-disgust.
    — Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of intimacy
Noun
  • Shuja could not bear seeing his son hurt and finally agreed to relinquish the diamond, but only if he was paid and guaranteed a treaty of friendship.
    — Hadley Hall Meares, Vanity Fair, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Meanwhile, Clark and Floyd strike up a deep friendship, easing their suburban loneliness.
    — Glenn Whipp, Los Angeles Times, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of friendship
Noun
  • The cordiality and handsome looks of the dining room are exquisite reminders of elaborate Milanese design.
    — John Mariani, Forbes.com, 16 Mar. 2026
  • Indianapolis didn't crack Nextdoor's list of the 20 friendliest cities in Indiana, but its separate ranking of neighborhoods in the Indy metro area finds plenty of cordiality in Central Indiana.
    — Jordan Smith, IndyStar, 27 Feb. 2026
Definition of cordiality
Noun
  • Macdonald said Arnold’s references, combined with Seattle’s familiarity with him from the 2024 NFL Draft process, gave the team additional confidence in the decision.
    — Tobias Bass, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2026
  • Hoshi brings over two decades of leadership experience and deep familiarity with eClerx’s culture, clients and operating model.
    — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of familiarity
Noun
  • Pinney’s bold and free conception of how a drama is constituted, and its inseparability from time and memory, displays a rare associative virtuosity.
    — Richard Brody, New Yorker, 12 June 2026
  • Our understanding of this divine inseparability brings healing, redemption, renewal.
    — Lynn G. Jackson, Christian Science Monitor, 27 Oct. 2025
Definition of inseparability
Noun
  • While the Chiara bag has a magnetic closure for keeping belongings safe, the high-end version has an open design.
    — Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 11 Aug. 2026
  • As part of their divorce settlement, Kardashian purchased the home and its belongings from the rapper for $23 million.
    — Tracy Wright, FOXNews.com, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of belonging
Noun
  • This can be blamed on the nearness of the fires (north of the Minnesota arrowhead region) and the shear number and size of fires in that area.
    — Sarah Moore, Freep.com, 17 July 2026
  • The nearness of the zealous asteroid Eris in Aries adds a touch of drama and intensity to the cosmic atmosphere.
    — Lisa Stardust, Vogue, 10 June 2026
Definition of nearness

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“Mutuality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mutuality. Accessed 18 Aug. 2026.

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