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as in symmetrical
having the parts agreeably related
the congruous layout of the mansion's formal gardens conveys a sense of both grandeur and intimacy
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as in consistent
not having or showing any apparent conflict
when performing his official duties, the president must be dressed in clothes that are congruous with his high position
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Recent Examples of congruous
Hannah is a sustainability consultant and climate impact manager, which is congruous with an outdoor ethos and the culture around bike guiding.
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Wendy Altschuler,
Forbes,
3 Sep. 2024
On the pool deck, a minimalist railing acts as a congruous border to this backyard retreat.
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Rachel Silva,
ELLE Decor,
24 May 2023
Dripping noses, sneezes, and a stressful mission did not make for congruous relations with Mission Control.
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Ben Evans,
Discover Magazine,
5 Jan. 2023
Women organize into efficient and congruous guilds.
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Hillary Kelly,
The Atlantic,
16 June 2022
To speak of the Los Angeles riots, therefore, is to speak of dozens of events involving multiple cities and counties, an overlapping but not always congruous set of memories and perspectives that do not neatly map onto one another.
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New York Times,
28 Apr. 2022
And getting quantum computers to outlearn traditional machines means finding AI problems that boil down to mathematical operations congruous with quantum physics.
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Quanta Magazine,
4 Feb. 2022
Wendy Altschuler,
Forbes,
3 Sep. 2024
On the pool deck, a minimalist railing acts as a congruous border to this backyard retreat.
—
Rachel Silva,
ELLE Decor,
24 May 2023
Dripping noses, sneezes, and a stressful mission did not make for congruous relations with Mission Control.
—
Ben Evans,
Discover Magazine,
5 Jan. 2023
Women organize into efficient and congruous guilds.
—
Hillary Kelly,
The Atlantic,
16 June 2022
To speak of the Los Angeles riots, therefore, is to speak of dozens of events involving multiple cities and counties, an overlapping but not always congruous set of memories and perspectives that do not neatly map onto one another.
—
New York Times,
28 Apr. 2022
And getting quantum computers to outlearn traditional machines means finding AI problems that boil down to mathematical operations congruous with quantum physics.
—
Quanta Magazine,
4 Feb. 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for congruous
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Cutouts were a major motif for the dress, and were also featured at the hips for a symmetrical bent to the sensual design.
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Old way refers to the original version of voguing, up through the late ’80s, which emphasized clean, symmetrical lines in the body and sharp angles.
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Many of the injuries displayed rectangular, band-like and patterned characteristics consistent with impact from a belt-like object, Detective Balders wrote.
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Improving dead hang time requires consistent practice, gradual progression, and complementary strength exercises.
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Sulwhasoo's Gentle Cleansing Foam creates a rich lather that removes dirt, oil, and makeup without stripping skin, while ingredients like ginseng, orange peel, chestnut shell, and yam root leave your complexion soft, balanced, and comfortably hydrated.
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Reports promise a clear verdict on whether your gut is balanced, then hand you a roadmap of foods to eat, foods to skip and probiotics to buy.
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These buds are compatible with both Apple and Android devices, offering an impressive 9 hours of battery life and an additional 27 hours with the charging case.
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Snag the rarely-on-sale Amazon Smart Plug to control compatible home appliances by voice, then pick up this handheld fan that’s kept me cool during humid 90-degree days in New York City.
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Then the other part of it was really kind of finished with Niwel’s beautiful harmonic accompaniment.
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The rhythmic pulse of hand clapping, accompanied by the resounding harmonic messages through voice.
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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.
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The method of literacy instruction is often associated with smaller letter sounds, like consonant blends or syllables.
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Featuring a classic Damask print, this three-piece quilt set will make any bedroom feel elegant and sophisticated.
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The Wente Clone Chardonnay 2024 – A truly elegant expression of the Wente Chardonnay clone, beautifully balanced fruit, oak, and acidity.
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Not only is the water less aesthetically pleasing, but Abrams is wary of it.
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Crittall-style windows and doors the light and provide a pleasing symmetry.
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“Congruous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/congruous. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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