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/ˌkəʊəˈlɪʃ(ə)n/ 
| singular | coalition |
| plural | coalitions |
- a temporary union of different political parties that agree to form a government together
a four-party coalition
coalition between/with:a coalition between Labour and the Liberal Democrats
in coalition with:The FPÖ govern in coalition with the ÖVP.
a coalition government:The Greens have agreed to join the coalition government.
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