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teams

n. countable
A1 Beginner US //ˈtimz// UK //tˈiːmz// teams

n. groups of people who work or play together to reach a goal. You often see them in sports or at work.

n. groups of individuals associated in a joint action or effort. Often used to describe collaborative units in professional or athletic contexts.


SIMPLE

The two teams play a match every Saturday.

CONTEXTUAL

Our company creates small teams to handle specific projects more efficiently.

COMPLEX

Effective leadership within corporate teams requires a balance of clear communication and the delegation of tasks to those with the most relevant expertise.

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Usage

The noun is countable; when used as a collective noun, it can take a singular or plural verb depending on regional dialect (British English often uses plural).

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