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Ally

usgb/ˈælaɪ/Volume
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Shared Goal

Allies often come together due to a shared goal or enemy, not just friendship.

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During the campaign, environmental organizations allied for climate action.
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Not Always Equal

Alliances can have power imbalances; a dominant ally may lead the decisions.

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Despite being allies, the larger nation dictated the terms of the coalition.
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Temporary Union

Allies can be temporary, uniting for a specific purpose and then parting ways.

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The political parties allied during the election but split afterwards.
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