as in harmony
peaceful coexistence
the comity that has always existed among the town's houses of worship
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Recent Examples of comity
But one suggestion, comity, said much about the state of the Illinois GOP.
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Rick Pearson, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2025
The comity on school spending, however, shuns a debate that California’s politicians should be having — what to do about the system’s chronically subpar academic achievement.
—Dan Walters, Mercury News, 20 June 2025
No private person’s natural rights could trump those of the community: preserving peace, order, and comity.
—Fara Dabhoiwala, Harpers Magazine, 4 June 2025
In essence, the United States promised protection in exchange for military access and political-economic comity in Asia but without demanding fully reciprocal protection for itself.
—Ely Ratner, Foreign Affairs, 27 May 2025
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Rick Pearson, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2025
The comity on school spending, however, shuns a debate that California’s politicians should be having — what to do about the system’s chronically subpar academic achievement.
—Dan Walters, Mercury News, 20 June 2025
No private person’s natural rights could trump those of the community: preserving peace, order, and comity.
—Fara Dabhoiwala, Harpers Magazine, 4 June 2025
In essence, the United States promised protection in exchange for military access and political-economic comity in Asia but without demanding fully reciprocal protection for itself.
—Ely Ratner, Foreign Affairs, 27 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for comity
Noun
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All these songs rely on a strong backbeat more than harmonies or guitar solos, for example.—
John Lingan,
Rolling Stone,
8 Nov. 2025
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To this day, it's celebrated as one of the most iconic musical pairings ever captured on television — a shimmering handoff between generations and a snapshot of two powerhouse voices meeting in perfect harmony.—
Dave Quinn,
PEOPLE,
7 Nov. 2025
Noun
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The peace declaration included a commitment to withdraw heavy weapons from the border, de-mining efforts, and to de-escalate tensions that erupted into the brief but deadly border conflict.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
11 Nov. 2025
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As Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine approaches its fourth year, both sides show signs of fatigue, but neither is ready for peace.—
Jack Watling,
Foreign Affairs,
11 Nov. 2025
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“Comity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comity. Accessed 12 Nov. 2025.
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