in unison

phrase

Synonyms of in unisonnext
1
: in perfect agreement : so as to harmonize exactly
a class reciting in unison
2
: at the same time : simultaneously
The congregation rose in unison.
3
: together so as to achieve something
Local residents and police are working in unison to make the park safer.

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The crowds would lead chants in unison, and fans celebrated side by side. Sophie Lindberg, Kansas City Star, 14 July 2026 Then another, until heads were nodding across the screen, quietly, almost in unison. Dr. Sarah Berg, Time, 9 July 2026 The customers lined the rails, shoulder to shoulder, all jigging in unison to the classic rock that was blasting from the radio. Matthew Every, Outdoor Life, 8 July 2026 Synchronous fireflies Some North Carolina fireflies are synchronous, drawing large crowds to watch the tiny insects light up in unison. Eva Flowe july 7, Charlotte Observer, 7 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for in unison

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“In unison.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20unison. Accessed 17 Jul. 2026.

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