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How does the verb coincide contrast with its synonyms?

The words agree and concur are common synonyms of coincide. While all three words mean "to come into or be in harmony regarding a matter of opinion," 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 agree be a better fit than coincide?

The words agree and coincide are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, agree implies complete accord usually attained by discussion and adjustment of differences.

on some points we all can agree

Where would concur be a reasonable alternative to coincide?

The meanings of concur and coincide largely overlap; however, 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 coincide The momentum coincided with a broader wave of decentralization in tech, from the blockchain boom to federated networks like Mastodon and Bluesky. Julian Lucas, New Yorker, 29 Sep. 2025 The flags flying at half-staff also coincide with the Silent Procession at the Wisconsin Fire & EMS Memorial Park in Wisconsin Rapids, hosted by the Wisconsin Fire & EMS Memorial. Ridah Syed, jsonline.com, 27 Sep. 2025 The red-and-white U of L sign facing I-65 went up in 1998, coinciding with the opening of a new football stadium. Leo Bertucci, Louisville Courier Journal, 27 Sep. 2025 This year’s festival also coincides with Montclair Film’s acquisition and reopening of the Bellevue Theater, a 103-year-old Tudor-style venue in the upper part of the city. Andrew McGowan, Variety, 26 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for coincide
Recent Examples of Synonyms for coincide
Verb
  • Francesca and Maple, along with their mom, accompanied Bateman to the premiere of Black Rabbit at the Toronto International Film Festival, where the family posed on the red carpet together.
    Christopher Rudolph, PEOPLE, 25 Sep. 2025
  • Both novels take on the spiritual hollowness that can accompany a life built on material aspirations.
    Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 25 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • More than 2,000 years ago, the Babylonians split that band of sky into twelve equal parts that correspond with twelve constellations.
    N'dea Yancey-Bragg, USA Today, 28 Sep. 2025
  • In our present-day Universe, that corresponds to a distance that’s approximately 18 billion light-years away.
    Ethan Siegel, Big Think, 25 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Martinez agreed that publicity moments on the carpet remain crucial but noted that some stars avoid them to steer clear of political questions.
    Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 27 Sep. 2025
  • Save on a clothes steamer with more than 80,500 five-star ratings and this Warner’s wireless bra that reviewers agree is soft, supportive, and comfortable.
    Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 27 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • This all has happened while under the new leadership of Louisville Metro Police Department's chief Paul Humphrey.
    Ray Padilla, Louisville Courier Journal, 2 Oct. 2025
  • The journalists' arrests happened not long after police issued the dispersal order.
    Quinlan Bentley, Cincinnati Enquirer, 2 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Eisgruber also believes that speech should conform to norms of civility.
    Louis Menand, New Yorker, 26 Sep. 2025
  • Young men are being labeled—and mocked—for taking on a persona that doesn’t conform to the traditional masculine stereotype, even though the traditional masculine stereotype is equally performative.
    Ashleigh N. DeLuca, Parents, 24 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • On past tracks, Mustelier Oruña has collaborated with former boxer and fellow reparto artist Wildeys García Cascaret, known simply as Wildey.
    Ana González Vilá, Rolling Stone, 25 Sep. 2025
  • Bryant has collaborated with a list of celebrity hairstylists for major public appearances and cover shoots, including Brenton Kane Diallo, a global brand ambassador for L’Oréal Matrix.
    Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 25 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • The slim design fits easily into your carry-on or personal item, and the zip-around closure keeps everything secure.
    Alesandra Dubin, Travel + Leisure, 25 Sep. 2025
  • This method worked well for me, and the costume fit her well.
    Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 25 Sep. 2025

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“Coincide.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coincide. Accessed 2 Oct. 2025.

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