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as in unanimous
having or marked by agreement in feeling or action
didn't think that they'd be compatible as roommates
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as in consistent
not having or showing any apparent conflict
a theory that is compatible with what we already know about early man
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Recent Examples of compatible
For example, a size small and extra-large helmet won’t be as compatible with as many models of goggles as the same helmet in a size medium or large.
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Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026
Ideal for side tables and desk surfaces, this power tower includes eight standard plugs (three-prong compatible), two USB-C and USB ports, and a wireless phone charger on the top.
—Kelsey Borovinsky, Architectural Digest, 9 Feb. 2026
The city’s proposal — narrowed from an earlier version — would potentially allow shelters in areas that now encompass a lower density mix of residential, office and institutional uses that are compatible with nearby historic neighborhoods, known as MX-1.
—Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 8 Feb. 2026
This watch is compatible with both Android and Apple phones.
—John Monaco, InStyle, 7 Feb. 2026
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Katie Jackson, Travel + Leisure, 9 Feb. 2026
Ideal for side tables and desk surfaces, this power tower includes eight standard plugs (three-prong compatible), two USB-C and USB ports, and a wireless phone charger on the top.
—Kelsey Borovinsky, Architectural Digest, 9 Feb. 2026
The city’s proposal — narrowed from an earlier version — would potentially allow shelters in areas that now encompass a lower density mix of residential, office and institutional uses that are compatible with nearby historic neighborhoods, known as MX-1.
—Kenneth R. Gosselin, Hartford Courant, 8 Feb. 2026
This watch is compatible with both Android and Apple phones.
—John Monaco, InStyle, 7 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for compatible
Adjective
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But the decision was not unanimous among players.—
Andy McCullough,
New York Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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After receiving unanimous support in the Senate, two bills inspired by the city of Gary have passed their committees and move to the Indiana House floor.—
Maya Wilkins,
Chicago Tribune,
19 Feb. 2026
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With its dynamic freshman depleted from flu and another starter, Chad Baker-Mazara, still out due to injury, USC struggled to find a consistent source of offense.—
Ryan Kartje,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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Still, the consistent level of embarrassing failures from Maryland’s Department of Human Services speaks to an ongoing lack of accountability from the state’s chief executive.—
Torrey Snow,
Baltimore Sun,
18 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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My worldview is equal, united, and international.—
Lauryn Overhultz,
FOXNews.com,
15 Feb. 2026
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The word ‘united’ should mean that and slogans like ‘United We Stand’, the name of our fanzine, were a deliberate choice.—
Andy Mitten,
New York Times,
12 Feb. 2026
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That is why Pärt’s music in English, with its many single-syllable words, consonant clusters and diphthongs, sounds one way.—
Jeffers Engelhardt,
The Conversation,
10 Sep. 2025
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Their two consonant names, Lizzy and Lydia, invite comparison and contrast.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
4 Sep. 2025
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The new migration legislation would also enhance border control surveillance operations and strengthen cooperative efforts with European Union agencies, the Associated Press reported.—
Washington Examiner Staff,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Feb. 2026
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The woman who was driving stayed at the scene and was cooperative, but the early investigation appeared to show that alcohol played a role in the crash.—
Mike Darnay,
CBS News,
10 Feb. 2026
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“Compatible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compatible. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.
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