1
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
This seat cover is considered universal and compatible with most cars, crossovers, and trucks—just be sure to measure the seat dimensions to determine if the fit is correct.
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Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 10 June 2026
Like Dan, my own journey in politics is rooted in the belief that progressive values and Jewish identity are not only compatible but are deeply intertwined.
—Joel Rubin, New York Daily News, 9 June 2026
Choose from classic styles, vegan leather designs with interchangeable straps, clear styles great for summer events and tumbler compatible styles.
—ABC News, 8 June 2026
Apple also announced that support for up to 4K video resolution is coming to compatible HomeKit Secure Video cameras.
—Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, The Verge, 8 June 2026
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Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 10 June 2026
Like Dan, my own journey in politics is rooted in the belief that progressive values and Jewish identity are not only compatible but are deeply intertwined.
—Joel Rubin, New York Daily News, 9 June 2026
Choose from classic styles, vegan leather designs with interchangeable straps, clear styles great for summer events and tumbler compatible styles.
—ABC News, 8 June 2026
Apple also announced that support for up to 4K video resolution is coming to compatible HomeKit Secure Video cameras.
—Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, The Verge, 8 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for compatible
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In a unanimous decision on May 14, 2026, the court concluded that federal law doesn’t shield freight brokers from state-law claims.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
11 June 2026
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The project even snagged unanimous approval from New York City‘s Landmarks Preservation Commission on its very first try, a rare feat for a new build in a historic district.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
10 June 2026
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Ball said the damage to the water tank was broadly consistent with that from a GBU-39.—
Gianluca Mezzofiore,
CNN Money,
11 June 2026
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The Spain forward has quietly become one of the most consistent performers for his national side.—
Abdul Rehman,
New York Times,
11 June 2026
Adjective
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Colombia of 1994 is not Colombia of 2026, a safer country, a happier country, a more united country, a prouder country.—
Mark Zeigler,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 June 2026
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Toledo Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz urged residents to remain united in the aftermath of the shooting, while praising first responders for their response to the incident.—
Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
7 June 2026
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But recent research found that members of the Tsimane’, a native Amazonian society in Bolivia, rate consonant and dissonant chords as equally pleasurable.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
20 May 2026
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The method of literacy instruction is often associated with smaller letter sounds, like consonant blends or syllables.—
Jemma Stephenson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Apr. 2026
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The findings revealed that seemingly minor factors, such as who takes the first turn and whether the interaction is cooperative or competitive, can significantly affect how people perceive the experience.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
12 June 2026
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Each horse can be a little different and having people that are patient and cooperative is of the utmost importance.—
Danny Brewer,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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“Compatible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compatible. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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