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as in to bargain
to come to an arrangement as to a course of action since we couldn't agree, we tossed a coin to decide the matter

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How does the verb agree contrast with its synonyms?

The words coincide and concur are common synonyms of agree. While all three words mean "to come into or be in harmony regarding a matter of opinion," agree implies complete accord usually attained by discussion and adjustment of differences.

on some points we all can agree

When would coincide be a good substitute for agree?

The words coincide and agree can be used in similar contexts, but coincide, used more often of opinions, judgments, wishes, or interests than of people, implies total agreement.

their wishes coincide exactly with my desire

When might concur be a better fit than agree?

Although the words concur and agree have much in common, concur often implies approval of someone else's statement or decision.

if my wife concurs, it's a deal

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of agree Earlier this year, Kubler settled the SEC’s claims and agreed to pay penalties. Sydney Sasser, Charlotte Observer, 1 July 2025 His quest to get out of Phoenix became relatively painless, as the Suns reportedly agreed to trade him to the Houston Rockets for Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, this year’s 10th pick and five second-round selections. Zach Harper, New York Times, 22 June 2025 The Phoenix Suns reportedly agreed to trade Kevin Durant to the Houston Rockets on Sunday, marking one of the first major moves of the NBA offseason. Ryan Gaydos, FOXNews.com, 22 June 2025 Every single coach Blazer offered bribes with FBI money accepted the cash without hesitation, all agreeing to steer their players to Blazer’s fictitious financial advisory company in return. Guy Lawson, Rolling Stone, 22 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for agree
Recent Examples of Synonyms for agree
Verb
  • The first episode of Beyond the Villa coincides with the season 7 finale of Love Island USA on July 13 at 9 p.m. ET, exclusively on Peacock.
    Julia Moore, People.com, 14 July 2025
  • Some of the camp games are just for fun, while others coincide with a lecture and a life lesson.
    Paul Bersebach, Oc Register, 12 July 2025
Verb
  • According to the outlet, Diana was known to use her getaway during the last year of her life to bargain with paparazzi, who were eager to take photos of her in stylish swimsuits.
    Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 13 July 2025
  • Whether Drescher or someone else, the person leading the guild next year will have a herculean task ahead of them as SAG-AFTRA returns to the negotiating table with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers, which collectively bargains on behalf of the major Hollywood studios.
    Katie Campione, Deadline, 11 July 2025
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  • That got worse through emergency room trips on May 18 and May 20, the latter leading to University of Mississippi Medical Center, where she was admitted.
    Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 8 July 2025
  • Chesky admits that remaining composed while covering these tragedies has been a challenge for him, especially as the father of a 2-year-old daughter, Eleanor.
    Rachel McRady, People.com, 8 July 2025
Verb
  • That corresponded to images shot Sunday by Maxar Technologies similarly showing the ongoing work.
    Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 2 July 2025
  • Instead, subscribers answer questions online, correspond with medical professionals virtually and get the prescribed drugs in visually pleasing packages delivered discreetly to their homes.
    Queenie Wong, Los Angeles Times, 28 June 2025
Verb
  • These houses buy grapes from many different farmers and then blend them together to produce a wine that tastes the same year after year.
    arkansasonline.com, arkansasonline.com, 8 July 2025
  • Pro-government preachers across the country have suddenly begun blending iconic, pre-revolutionary patriotic songs into Shiite religious rituals—a mix of nationalism and Islamism that the regime historically avoided but now appears eager to embrace.
    MOHAMMAD AYATOLLAHI TABAAR, Foreign Affairs, 8 July 2025
Verb
  • But even those who assent to most of his criticisms might balk at following Anderson to his final destination, which is to bluntly deny India much of a future in the modern world.
    Pankaj Mishra, Foreign Affairs, 15 Oct. 2013
  • The lead lawyer for the plaintiffs, Seth P. Waxman, a solicitor general for the Clinton administration, initially refused, but eventually assented after further criticism from Judge Reyes.
    Chris Cameron, New York Times, 15 Feb. 2025
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  • But in a concurring opinion, Justice Brett Kavanaugh wrote that a class action might be the legal avenue for seeking nationwide injunctions.
    Jay Weaver July 10, Miami Herald, 10 July 2025
  • As Justice Brett Kavanaugh’s concurring opinion in last week’s case indicates, that is what the Supreme Court has now decreed.
    George Liebmann, Baltimore Sun, 2 July 2025
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  • Tiffany confessed, and Dianne went inside the house to get Stephen to discuss the situation.
    Alex Gurley, People.com, 12 July 2025
  • The charging documents allege that back in January 2024 — more than a year before he was charged — Wan was arrested on suspicion of running the Iron Horse Parkway brothel and confessed.
    Nate Gartrell, Mercury News, 11 July 2025

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“Agree.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/agree. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.

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