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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
In exchange for Lee burying the Indian Head Hills land-deal story — which, on paper, looked like a candidate taking a bribe from Trip and the Nazis — Donald agrees to give up the land.
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Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 5 Nov. 2025
Howard, also a mom of three, agrees that exhaustion alters decision-making.
—Melissa Willets, Parents, 4 Nov. 2025
Kierra agrees, reflecting on how the holiday table always feels like church and home at the same time.
—Essence, 3 Nov. 2025
If Fletcher agrees to the terms, the agency would suspend $38,000 in fees and investigation costs.
—Nicole Blanchard, Idaho Statesman, 3 Nov. 2025
Diana, Martha’s 19-year-old niece, agrees.
—Rocío Muñoz-Ledo, CNN Money, 3 Nov. 2025
The decor value of a reed diffuser shouldn’t be underestimated, Xu agrees.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Nov. 2025
Richardson agrees that most toilet seats last between 5 and 10 years.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 1 Nov. 2025
Cass agrees to babysit their work crush Kalli’s (Louisa Krause) 11-year old daughter Ari (Ridley Asha Bateman), but when Kalli fails to return, memories of Cass’ own difficult childhood begin to resurface, sending them on a healing journey with Ari.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 31 Oct. 2025
Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 5 Nov. 2025
Howard, also a mom of three, agrees that exhaustion alters decision-making.
—Melissa Willets, Parents, 4 Nov. 2025
Kierra agrees, reflecting on how the holiday table always feels like church and home at the same time.
—Essence, 3 Nov. 2025
If Fletcher agrees to the terms, the agency would suspend $38,000 in fees and investigation costs.
—Nicole Blanchard, Idaho Statesman, 3 Nov. 2025
Diana, Martha’s 19-year-old niece, agrees.
—Rocío Muñoz-Ledo, CNN Money, 3 Nov. 2025
The decor value of a reed diffuser shouldn’t be underestimated, Xu agrees.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Nov. 2025
Richardson agrees that most toilet seats last between 5 and 10 years.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 1 Nov. 2025
Cass agrees to babysit their work crush Kalli’s (Louisa Krause) 11-year old daughter Ari (Ridley Asha Bateman), but when Kalli fails to return, memories of Cass’ own difficult childhood begin to resurface, sending them on a healing journey with Ari.
—Glenn Garner, Deadline, 31 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for agrees
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The acquisition coincides with Vranjes Firenze’s release of a collaboration with fellow Florentine brand The Bridge, which has specialized in leather goods since 1969.—
Sandra Salibian,
Footwear News,
3 Nov. 2025
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The decline in drinking coincides with a decline in social activity more broadly.—
Dan Brooks,
The Atlantic,
3 Nov. 2025
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The Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers, which bargains on behalf of the studios, congratulated Mulroney on her election.—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
23 Sep. 2025
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Oscar nominee and Lord of the Rings alum Astin will have quite the task ahead of them at the top of next year 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,
12 Sep. 2025
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Now 37 days into the shutdown, with the future uncertain, Thompson admits the toll is getting heavy.—
Jordan Greene,
PEOPLE,
6 Nov. 2025
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When that news finally came, the actor/producer/host admits he felt vindicated.—
Kristen Baldwin,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 Nov. 2025
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This new forecast corresponds to upside of around 11%.—
Lisa Kailai Han,
CNBC,
31 Oct. 2025
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The o1 model correctly produced two different syntactic trees, one that corresponds to the first interpretation of the sentence and one that corresponds to the latter.—
Steve Nadis,
Quanta Magazine,
31 Oct. 2025
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The result is a Biggie Bag jingle that blends 80s hip-hop, disco and the KC native’s comedic appeal.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
5 Nov. 2025
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Today, Peru blends its rich past with an eye toward the future, aiming to preserve this cultural and natural wonderland for generations of adventurers to come.—
Ally Jaksen,
Outside,
4 Nov. 2025
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Neuman concurs, steering his A-listers to the most secure investments.—
Trey Williams,
HollywoodReporter,
22 Oct. 2025
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Some contemporary research concurs, noting that poison can endanger pets and the ecosystem and that rats reproduce too quickly for poisoning to work.—
Deni Ellis Béchard,
Scientific American,
13 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Thankfully, as Hank sleepily confesses, James got away.—
Jourdain Searles,
HollywoodReporter,
28 Oct. 2025
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After Tom shares the analogy of the bird that can’t find its way home with Robbie (Tom Pelphrey), the on-the-run thief confesses to seeing himself in the bird.—
Chris O'Falt,
IndieWire,
23 Oct. 2025
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Golub said the project fully conforms to Antioch’s General Plan, zoning standards, and housing element requirements and that the city had already confirmed its compliance.—
Hema Sivanandam,
Mercury News,
27 Oct. 2025
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The high-compression fabric conforms to the body, while the double-layered waistband ensures a secure fit.—
Jacqueline Tempera,
PEOPLE,
5 Oct. 2025
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“Agrees.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/agrees. Accessed 11 Nov. 2025.
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