1
as in consensus
the state of being of one opinion about something
we were in agreement about one thing at least: that we'd never worked so hard in all our lives
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2
as in pact
an arrangement about action to be taken
we finally reached an agreement regarding a fair division of the housework
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as in accordance
a state of consistency
the amount in column A needs to be in agreement with the total receipts minus expenses
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Recent Examples of agreement
Ruhlin said she was heartened to see some of the recommendations, notably those pushing for more transparency, instituted shortly after the report was submitted, and Jonsen has voiced broad agreement with the report findings.
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Robert Salonga, Mercury News, 18 May 2026
The Times outlined that their rental agreement covers the main house plus two cottages on the grounds, which are used by staff.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 18 May 2026
Henry's family thanked the Miss Universe Organization in December for its support amid her recovery, including an agreement to cover all future medical expenses related to the incident.
—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 18 May 2026
That agreement matters because healthcare debates in Washington rarely produce much ideological overlap.
—Sally Pipes, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
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Robert Salonga, Mercury News, 18 May 2026
The Times outlined that their rental agreement covers the main house plus two cottages on the grounds, which are used by staff.
—Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 18 May 2026
Henry's family thanked the Miss Universe Organization in December for its support amid her recovery, including an agreement to cover all future medical expenses related to the incident.
—Edward Segarra, USA Today, 18 May 2026
That agreement matters because healthcare debates in Washington rarely produce much ideological overlap.
—Sally Pipes, Forbes.com, 18 May 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for agreement
Noun
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Because his stance on climate change conflicts with overwhelming scientific consensus, the president has removed climate information from federal websites, approved scientifically unsound reports that favor fossil fuels, and gutted key scientific agencies and boards.—
Joseph Bonasia,
The Orlando Sentinel,
15 May 2026
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So far, there’s been no critical breakouts; Reviews have been balanced, but there’s no consensus.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
15 May 2026
Noun
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Washington and Tehran announced a ceasefire last month but have been struggling to thrash out a permanent peace pact.—
Reuters,
NBC news,
15 May 2026
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Over at the Cannes Market, the biggest deal so far is Amazon’s $70M pact with Miramax for Supermax, an action-thriller starring Will Smith.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
15 May 2026
Noun
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Fifty years after Walter’s death in 1983, in accordance with his will, Natirar was put up for sale.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
16 May 2026
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The center, located at 7040 Independent Parkway, is also accused of failing to report this incident and other ones to the state in accordance with state law.—
Lina Ruiz
May 14,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 May 2026
Noun
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Getting the pelican-frog duo to perform in unison was a feat of mechanical artistry for the team, not to mention the choreography needed by the puppeteer.—
Todd Martens,
Los Angeles Times,
20 May 2026
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After a dance break, the class reads a one-page text together in unison for one minute, then students split into pairs to read again.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
13 May 2026
Noun
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While Iran has signed but not ratified the convention, it is considered by the legal community as binding under customary international law.—
Mostafa Salem,
CNN Money,
17 May 2026
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The finale is leading to a big convention showdown between Hypergnosis and PINATA, which are each working through obstacles that any responsible company would iron out before going public with their product.—
Scott Tobias,
Vulture,
17 May 2026
Noun
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While these blooms would always be considered beautiful on their own accord, their timing—blooming right in the dead of winter—is part of their appeal.—
Heather Bien,
Southern Living,
13 May 2026
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Eldridge Cleaver visited and signed an accord here during the 1960s, and a press conference related to Huey Newton’s arrest was held at the home, according to Compass.—
David Caraccio
May 13,
Sacbee.com,
13 May 2026
Noun
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United gave Ten Hag a contract extension after winning the 2024 FA Cup final and came to regret it.—
Carl Anka,
New York Times,
17 May 2026
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The four-time NFL MVP agreed to a one-year contract worth $22 million guaranteed with the Steelers on Saturday, a source confirmed.—
Armando Salguero OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
17 May 2026
Noun
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And then shifting chords where the harmonies overlap, so there’s a moment of dissonance.—
Justin Davidson,
Vulture,
15 May 2026
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In one breathtaking sequence, the waves of the ocean, of the bark lines of the tree, and of Kristen’s hair all swirl together through the harmony of a connected world.—
Marya E. Gates,
IndieWire,
13 May 2026
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“Agreement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/agreement. Accessed 22 May. 2026.
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