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
Preservé is only compatible with the Motiva SmoothSilk Ergonomix (teardrop-shaped) breast implants, which the FDA approved last year, following a lengthy clinical trial that demonstrated unprecedentedly low rates of complications.
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Jolene Edgar, Allure, 15 Oct. 2025
The law comes after years of criticism and litigation aimed at Glock for continuing to manufacture guns compatible with the switches.
—Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 15 Oct. 2025
The light sources, motors, and automation systems used for VistaVision are still compatible with the 70mm projectors.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 14 Oct. 2025
Speaking of sharing, Internxt offers desktop and mobile apps compatible with various operating systems, including Windows, macOS, Linux, and browsers.
—PC Magazine, 11 Oct. 2025
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Jolene Edgar, Allure, 15 Oct. 2025
The law comes after years of criticism and litigation aimed at Glock for continuing to manufacture guns compatible with the switches.
—Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 15 Oct. 2025
The light sources, motors, and automation systems used for VistaVision are still compatible with the 70mm projectors.
—Brian Welk, IndieWire, 14 Oct. 2025
Speaking of sharing, Internxt offers desktop and mobile apps compatible with various operating systems, including Windows, macOS, Linux, and browsers.
—PC Magazine, 11 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for compatible
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The approval was not unanimous across the 16-team board of governors about how to move forward, the sources said.—
Melanie Anzidei,
New York Times,
11 Oct. 2025
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League discussions about Berman’s future have gone on for many months, and sources said there has not been unanimous support for the commissioner.—
Scott Soshnick,
Sportico.com,
10 Oct. 2025
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The psychological care group actually had the highest and most consistent improvements, with the participants’ diabetes distress scores cut nearly in half and their A1C levels significantly reduced.—
Lauren J. Young,
Scientific American,
14 Oct. 2025
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This policy protects student safety, privacy, and fairness, while also maintaining a clear and consistent standard across our schools.—
Grace Tucker,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
14 Oct. 2025
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Rodríguez, who also serves as oil minister, insisted that Venezuela’s political and military leadership remains united behind Maduro.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
17 Oct. 2025
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Republicans have pleaded for five members of the Democratic caucus to join the three who have already crossed party lines to back a reopening in recent weeks, but have seen their calls stonewalled as the remaining 44 Democrats have remained united.—
Al Weaver,
The Hill,
13 Oct. 2025
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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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You are best served by being cooperative and pleasant.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
15 Oct. 2025
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The Guard’s presence has been quieter and more cooperative, shaped by state support and the steady if cautious influence of local faith and community leaders.—
Robert Alexander,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 Oct. 2025
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“Compatible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compatible. Accessed 20 Oct. 2025.
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