1
as in compatible
having or marked by agreement in feeling or action
the contract negotiations between the hotel workers and management were reasonably amicable
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as in friendly
having or showing kindly feeling and sincere interest
finds his coworkers at his new job just as amicable as he ever could have hoped
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Recent Examples of amicable
That said, if bilateral trade negotiations make good progress, the U.S. might be willing to resolve the issue in a more amicable way.
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Micah McCartney, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 July 2025
While none of the stars shared specific reasons for their departures, some online exchanges hinted that not all of the cancellations were entirely amicable.
—Emily Blackwood, People.com, 16 July 2025
While the abrupt departure was initially depicted as amicable, Rolling Stone later reported that behind-the-scenes tensions may have contributed to Berk’s decision.
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 9 July 2025
In testimony, the couple — who share custody of their two kids — spoke about having an amicable relationship that deteriorated in the winter of 2022 over issues related to child support payments.
—Rachel Treisman, NPR, 7 July 2025
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Micah McCartney, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 July 2025
While none of the stars shared specific reasons for their departures, some online exchanges hinted that not all of the cancellations were entirely amicable.
—Emily Blackwood, People.com, 16 July 2025
While the abrupt departure was initially depicted as amicable, Rolling Stone later reported that behind-the-scenes tensions may have contributed to Berk’s decision.
—Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 9 July 2025
In testimony, the couple — who share custody of their two kids — spoke about having an amicable relationship that deteriorated in the winter of 2022 over issues related to child support payments.
—Rachel Treisman, NPR, 7 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for amicable
Adjective
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Download the compatible app to control a timer, night light, and more useful features.—
Elisabeth Sherman,
Parents,
7 Aug. 2025
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Uka uses a mechanical clip for securing the top plate to the tripod and is compatible with Arca Swiss bases, enabling users to seamlessly swap between Uka and Arca Swiss without the need to change over the quick-release plate.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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The show serves as a friendly frame for the songs without threatening to get in the way of them.—
Owen Gleiberman,
Variety,
15 Aug. 2025
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Time-traveling romances, space-traveling alien monsters, and celebrities in seriously great shape who want to pass along their wisdom to us normal folk — all this and more await us in this weekend’s friendly neighborhood streaming guide.—
Erik Kain,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Shields last fought in July, successfully defending her title with a lopsided unanimous decision win over Lani Daniels at Little Caesars Arena in her home state of Michigan.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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The city commission’s unanimous decision brings further change to downtown nightlife after last month’s approval to require a permit to sell alcohol after midnight.—
Natalia Jaramillo,
The Orlando Sentinel,
6 Aug. 2025
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With this warmer water, however, keep an eye on clarity.—
Anthony A. Ciuffa,
Outdoor Life,
7 Aug. 2025
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Use gentle, fragrance-free soap and warm water to clean the tattoo twice per day.—
Mark Gurarie,
Health,
7 Aug. 2025
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In almost all respects, Masako—true to her breeding—was the very model of a modest and gracious ojōsan.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
7 Aug. 2025
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While people are generally gracious about missteps, recent surges in tourist numbers are starting to strain that vaunted hospitality.—
Jessica Kozuka,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Aug. 2025
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“Amicable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amicable. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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