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as in coincides
to have or come to the same opinion or point of view
My husband and I agree on just about every aspect of child-rearing
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as in bargains
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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as in admits
to accept the truth or existence of (something) usually reluctantly
finally agreed that the paint job was sloppy and would have to be redone
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as in corresponds
to be in agreement on every point
the robber's story didn't agree with the cop's report on the incident
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as in blends
to form a pleasing relationship
this warm climate seems to agree with you
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as in assents
to give or express one's approval (as to a proposal)
we'll have to get the author to agree to the revisions before the article can be published
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Recent Examples of agrees
User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the GettyImages License Agreement.
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Christopher Harris, CBS News, 27 May 2026
Medcalf agrees that conservation and tourism are closely linked in Madagascar.
—Emese MacZko, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
But after speaking with Tommy’s ex-wife and current fiancée, Angela (Ali Larter), Tommy agrees to bring TL back to live with them in Midland.
—Joe Otterson, Variety, 26 May 2026
In a nod to Hollywood’s pull toward intellectual property, one storyline focuses on the studio embarking on a movie about the Kool-Aid Man, which Rogen’s character only reluctantly agrees to pursue.
—Samantha Masunaga, Los Angeles Times, 26 May 2026
He is later released through the intervention of Guanyin, the bodhisattva of compassion, and agrees to accompany and protect Tang Sanzang on his journey.
—Frannie Comstock, Encyclopedia Britannica, 26 May 2026
So the most likely scenario is Harden declines his player’s option and then agrees to a two-year deal (Harden can sign a three-year deal, just not anything longer contract because of the over-38 rule).
—Joe Vardon, New York Times, 26 May 2026
Ashland Johnson, a policy attorney and founder of The Inclusion Playbook, agrees that athletes continue to weigh the risk and reward of coming out.
—Eryn Mathewson, CNN Money, 24 May 2026
Salome, spurned by Jokanaan’s rejection, agrees.
—Literary Hub, 20 May 2026
Christopher Harris, CBS News, 27 May 2026
Medcalf agrees that conservation and tourism are closely linked in Madagascar.
—Emese MacZko, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026
But after speaking with Tommy’s ex-wife and current fiancée, Angela (Ali Larter), Tommy agrees to bring TL back to live with them in Midland.
—Joe Otterson, Variety, 26 May 2026
In a nod to Hollywood’s pull toward intellectual property, one storyline focuses on the studio embarking on a movie about the Kool-Aid Man, which Rogen’s character only reluctantly agrees to pursue.
—Samantha Masunaga, Los Angeles Times, 26 May 2026
He is later released through the intervention of Guanyin, the bodhisattva of compassion, and agrees to accompany and protect Tang Sanzang on his journey.
—Frannie Comstock, Encyclopedia Britannica, 26 May 2026
So the most likely scenario is Harden declines his player’s option and then agrees to a two-year deal (Harden can sign a three-year deal, just not anything longer contract because of the over-38 rule).
—Joe Vardon, New York Times, 26 May 2026
Ashland Johnson, a policy attorney and founder of The Inclusion Playbook, agrees that athletes continue to weigh the risk and reward of coming out.
—Eryn Mathewson, CNN Money, 24 May 2026
Salome, spurned by Jokanaan’s rejection, agrees.
—Literary Hub, 20 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for agrees
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The second Eid holiday – Eid al-Adha – falls during the 12th month of the Islamic calendar and coincides with the end of the sacred Hajj pilgrimage season.—
Melina Khan,
USA Today,
26 May 2026
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This timeline coincides perfectly with the dawn of multicellular animals.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
25 May 2026
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The union usually bargains in the same year as performers’ union SAG-AFTRA and directors’ union the Directors Guild of America.—
Katie Kilkenny,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Apr. 2026
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One potential—though untested—workaround would be for conferences, which are private entities, to serve as a joint employer that bargains with a players’ union.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
10 Mar. 2026
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Published in Military Thought, the piece even openly admits several major weaknesses in Russia’s operations in the region, given the reality of modern air warfare.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
25 May 2026
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Boreing, who co-founded the company alongside Shapiro and spearheaded pricey, ambitious projects like its Pendragon Cycle TV series — which the company admits was a dud with audiences — departed his own executive role more than a year ago.—
Seth Abramovitch,
HollywoodReporter,
22 May 2026
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Investors can use $250 as their stop, which roughly corresponds to where the 50-day is currently running and where the stock based before the breakout began.—
Josh Brown,Sean Russo,
CNBC,
26 May 2026
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The first day of that year (1 Muharram ah 1) corresponds to July 16, 622, in the Julian calendar.—
Charles Preston,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
22 May 2026
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Known for his calm under pressure and strategic foresight, Steve blends practical crisis management skills with the enduring lessons of history to help leaders navigate uncertainty with confidence.—
Steve Muscato,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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Mina the Hollower blends elements of retro Zelda adventures like Link’s Awakening with more modern games like Elden Ring, and randomizing things in Mina’s world provides some thorny challenges right from the start.—
Jay Peters,
The Verge,
27 May 2026
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Gabriela Narvaez, general contractor and founder Guild Properties, concurs.—
Madeline Bilis,
The Spruce,
30 May 2026
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Batter Will MacFarlane concurs.—
Paul Newman,
New York Times,
26 May 2026
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But after making the call, Ferraz confesses there are no recordings and that Creasy will have to find another way to take down Carmo, Soares and Tappen.—
Lynsey Eidell,
PEOPLE,
2 May 2026
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In the heart-wrenching Season 2 finale, Morgan and Karadec’s investigation into a poolside death at a Los Angeles hotel resulted in the arrest of Lucia, a guest relations manager who confesses to tipping off and then covering for the conman who murdered a home improvement reality show host.—
Max Gao,
Variety,
8 Apr. 2026
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Cannibus cultivation conforms with the agricultural zoning on the property.—
Phil Diehl,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 May 2026
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The 6-inch gel memory foam provides a soft, plush feel and conforms to your body’s natural curves, reducing pressure points on the shoulders and hips.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
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