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as in to blend
to form a pleasing relationship
the color of the walls harmonized nicely with the blue tones in the carpet
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2
as in to reconcile
to bring to a state free of conflicts, inconsistencies, or differences
an attempt to harmonize the legends passed down from our forefathers with the historical evidence that survives from their exploits
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as in to correspond
to be in agreement on every point
interrogated in separate rooms, the two burglary suspects gave stories that didn't harmonize at all
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Recent Examples of harmonize
Each object is designed to stand on its own as a statement piece while still harmonizing with the rest of the range.
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Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Sep. 2025
Earthy greens, rich browns, muted neutrals, and deep blues let a cabin harmonize with its surroundings, while an unexpected accent color, such as a rust red or golden yellow, introduces a touch of fairytale-esque whimsy.
—Lauren Jones, Southern Living, 30 Aug. 2025
Data collected, cleaned and harmonized using taxpayer dollars is now languishing on inaccessible servers.
—John Kubale, The Conversation, 18 Aug. 2025
The tariffs are being implemented at a later date in order for the rates schedule to be harmonized, according to a senior administration official who spoke to reporters on a call on the condition of anonymity.
—Josh Boak, Chicago Tribune, 1 Aug. 2025
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Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Sep. 2025
Earthy greens, rich browns, muted neutrals, and deep blues let a cabin harmonize with its surroundings, while an unexpected accent color, such as a rust red or golden yellow, introduces a touch of fairytale-esque whimsy.
—Lauren Jones, Southern Living, 30 Aug. 2025
Data collected, cleaned and harmonized using taxpayer dollars is now languishing on inaccessible servers.
—John Kubale, The Conversation, 18 Aug. 2025
The tariffs are being implemented at a later date in order for the rates schedule to be harmonized, according to a senior administration official who spoke to reporters on a call on the condition of anonymity.
—Josh Boak, Chicago Tribune, 1 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for harmonize
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Maximalists can lean into bold, dramatic hues, while those who prefer subtlety can opt for earthy neutrals that blend seamlessly with their kitchen decor.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Sep. 2025
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By blending internal talent with flexible external expertise, companies can punch above their weight without bloating headcount.—
Richard Ricks,
Forbes.com,
8 Sep. 2025
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Eight years is a heck of a stretch for anyone to go and reconcile with those things.—
Lynette Rice,
Deadline,
13 Sep. 2025
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How can these results be reconciled?—
Michael T. Nietzel,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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The entity lists an address that corresponds to a San Francisco office of the Jordan Park Group, a financial investment company.—
Sara B. Hansen,
Denver Post,
13 Sep. 2025
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Similarly, Whitehouse is not yet the ranking member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, a title that tends to correspond, roughly, to tenure.—
Jeremy Lott,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Sep. 2025
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Selling ‘prestige and dreams’ Recognizing the importance of celebrity exposure, Armani hired Wanda McDaniel in 1988 as his West Coast liaison to coordinate Hollywood A-listers’ wardrobes for on- and off-screen appearances.—
Elizabeth Castaldo Lundén,
The Conversation,
11 Sep. 2025
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The partial closure order was coordinated with the Fresno County Sheriff's Office, along with multiple local, state and federal agency cooperators, to identify the minimum area necessary for the safety of firefighting resources and forest visitors.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Strikingly, this rapid shift coincided with major alterations in genes linked to autism—likely shaped by natural selection factors unique to the human species.—
Lucy Notarantonio,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
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Kensington Palace confirmed that William will carry out royal duties Monday through Wednesday, directly coinciding with Harry’s planned public appearances.—
Simon Perry,
PEOPLE,
8 Sep. 2025
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Historically, such easing cycles have correlated with gold price appreciation, as investors seek preservation of capital amid softening economic indicators.—
Michael Khouw,
CNBC,
11 Sep. 2025
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The magnetic profile correlates well with the sun’s activity during the years 1600 - 2000, and matches reasonably well earth’s temperature.—
Ian Dexter Palmer,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Women are gaining ground not by conforming to traditional leadership norms but by reshaping them.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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The memory foam conforms to your head to relieve pressure, and the cooling case helps with temperature.—
Nora Colomer
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FOXNews.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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Likewise, endorsing the belief that a college degree is important for economic success is different than agreeing that the typical college curriculum equips students with essential job skills.—
Michael T. Nietzel,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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On Friday, Chelsea agreed a deal to sign Emanuel Emegha from BlueCo sister club RC Strasbourg in a move that will be finalised in 2026.—
Leon Imber,
New York Times,
13 Sep. 2025
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“Harmonize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/harmonize. Accessed 15 Sep. 2025.
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