joined-up
Britishadjective
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with all departments or sections communicating efficiently with each other and acting together purposefully and effectively
joined-up government
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focusing on or producing an integrated and coherent result, strategy, etc
joined-up thinking
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forming an integrated and coherent whole
joined-up policies
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Example Sentences
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She said it had to be accessible to all clinicians and designed to ensure those with an increased risk profile received "joined-up care".
From BBC • Jan. 24, 2026
"Digital ID will make everyday life easier for people, ensuring public services are more personal, joined-up, and effective, while also remaining inclusive."
From BBC • Jan. 13, 2026
“We like to drip-feed viewers throughout so that the whole thing feels like a joined-up experience.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2025
He called on ministers to take "bold action to treat poor health and homelessness in the joined-up way that these figures show is so desperately needed".
From BBC • May 15, 2025
“Miss Borrows will teach you joined-up letters,” said Silas.
From "The Graveyard Book" by Neil Gaiman
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