partnered

USAGE SUMMARY

The phrase "partnered" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to describe a collaborative relationship or association between individuals or organizations. Example: "The two companies have partnered to develop a new software solution that benefits both parties."

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

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Formal & Business

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

60 human-written examples

Billing it as an alternative to "lame-stream" TV and partnered with new media group Tapp, Palin promises to tackle ideas "Washington doesn't want you to hear" and to "cut through the media's politically correct filter".

The Guardian

When she gets partnered with the most unpopular boy in the school to square dance in P.E, she has a lot to deal with.

The Guardian

We had formally partnered with four street children charities; Street Action, Retrak, Street Child Africa and Railway Children then Soas alumni and friends of Soas started to make donations towards the charity.

The Guardian

The city of Boston has partnered with companies such as IBM and Schneider Electric to reach its smart city goals.

The Guardian

Rather than offering wholesale solutions to "rehabilitate" slum dwellers, we partnered with local actors to marginally improve the way they build already.

The Guardian

I partnered with two other people who liked doing the stuff I didn't, which means that we all keep doing what we like to do.

The Guardian

Verdict: M-Pepea has currently partnered with 20 businesses and has around 300 subscribers, and is hoping to have increased this to 20,000 by the end of 2013.

The Guardian

My dearest old friends, together since the dark days when gay sex was illegal, were civilly partnered a day after the law permitted it.

The Guardian - Opinion

"Most of the projects are funded by grants from donors, but since last year we have partnered with financial institutions who are providing loans to pay for future sanitation projects," says Ebrahim. "This came after we definitively proved that the projects are bankable, profitable and scalable".

The Guardian

"They were nice kids," says Kristof Hoho, a Belgian volleyball player who once partnered Thibaut's father in beach volleyball.

The Guardian - Sport

Parker partnered with Mark Zuckerberg in the early days of Facebook and then invested in the music-streaming service Spotify.

The Guardian - Music

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

When using "partnered", clearly specify the nature of the relationship and the goals or benefits resulting from the partnership. This provides context and enhances clarity.

Common error

Avoid using "partnered" without specifying the other party involved or the purpose of the partnership. For example, instead of saying "The company partnered", specify "The company partnered with a local charity to improve community outreach."

Linguistic Context

The primary grammatical function of "partnered" is as a past participle or simple past tense of the verb "partner". As noted by Ludwig, it signifies a state or action of having formed a partnership or collaboration. It often requires a preposition such as "with" to indicate the entity involved in the partnership.

Expression frequency: Very common

Frequent in

News & Media

50%

Encyclopedias

25%

Formal & Business

15%

Less common in

Science

5%

Wiki

3%

Reference

2%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, the term "partnered" serves as a past participle or simple past tense of the verb "partner", denoting a collaborative alliance. Ludwig AI confirms its correct usage and prevalence across various contexts. It is commonly found in news reports, encyclopedias, and business publications, indicating a formal or informal working relationship. To maximize clarity in writing, specify the entities involved and the partnership's goals. Alternatives like "collaborated" and "associated with" can be used depending on the specific nuance you want to convey. While versatile, clarity regarding partnership details ensures effective communication.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

collaborated

Emphasizes working jointly on an activity or project; it directly implies active cooperation.

in partnership with

A more formal phrase that explicitly indicates a collaborative agreement.

associated with

Highlights a connection or relationship, but might not necessarily imply active cooperation.

in collaboration with

Similar to 'in partnership with' emphasizing cooperative effort.

allied with

Suggests a formal or strategic alliance, often for mutual benefit or defense.

teamed up

Informal way to express joining forces for a specific purpose.

joined forces

Similar to "teamed up", but can also suggest a more significant or impactful union.

affiliated with

Implies a formal connection or membership, often in a professional or organizational context.

cooperated with

Focuses on the act of working together towards a shared goal.

united with

Suggests a merging or combining of efforts or resources.

FAQs

How to use "partnered" in a sentence?

"Partnered" is typically used to describe a collaborative relationship. For example: "The organization "partnered with" a local business to raise funds."

What can I say instead of "partnered"?

You can use alternatives like "collaborated", "associated with", or "teamed up" depending on the context.

Which is correct, "partnered with" or "partnered to"?

"Partnered with" is generally used to indicate the other party in the relationship (e.g., "partnered with a company"), while "partnered to" is used to indicate the purpose of the relationship (e.g., "partnered to develop a solution").

What's the difference between "partnered" and "affiliated"?

"Affiliated" suggests a formal connection or membership, while "partnered" suggests a more active and collaborative relationship.