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"Team" vs. "crew": the language behind collaboration

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Anwar Kareem 10/10/2024, 02:46

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Team and crew. What's the difference?

What is similar?

Both "team" and "crew" refer to a group of people working together towards a common goal or task.

What is different?

A "team" typically refers to a group working together, often in a professional, competitive, or sports context, emphasizing collaboration and shared objectives. A "crew" often refers to a group of people working on specific tasks, such as on a ship, airplane, or filming set, and can imply specialized roles or positions.

Which one is more common?

Internet search results for team) and crew

Examples of usage

Team

The soccer team won the championship.
Our project team meets every Tuesday to discuss progress.
She joined the marketing team last year.

Crew

The flight crew prepared for takeoff.
The ship's crew coordinated the docking procedure.
A film crew was setting up cameras for the scene.

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