as in symmetrical
having the parts agreeably related
the desire to live the kind of harmonic life in which work and family are perfectly balanced
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Recent Examples of harmonic
The massage also uses traditional shawls and harmonic movements to free the body of stress from head to toe.
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Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 12 Mar. 2026
The result is an apparent doubling of frequency—a bloom of second-harmonic content that the ear hears a bright octave above the fundamental.
—IEEE Spectrum, 25 Feb. 2026
This fever pitch is the product of countless factors, a harmonic convergence of sorts catalyzed by our central location and abundance of state-of-the-art facilities, underscored by about $700 million invested locally in the last 15 years alone.
—Kansas City Star, 15 Feb. 2026
The song vamps where Railings used to weave and wind, its ever-busying rhythm section building tension atop its harmonic simplicity.
—Craig Heed, Pitchfork, 29 Jan. 2026
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Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 12 Mar. 2026
The result is an apparent doubling of frequency—a bloom of second-harmonic content that the ear hears a bright octave above the fundamental.
—IEEE Spectrum, 25 Feb. 2026
This fever pitch is the product of countless factors, a harmonic convergence of sorts catalyzed by our central location and abundance of state-of-the-art facilities, underscored by about $700 million invested locally in the last 15 years alone.
—Kansas City Star, 15 Feb. 2026
The song vamps where Railings used to weave and wind, its ever-busying rhythm section building tension atop its harmonic simplicity.
—Craig Heed, Pitchfork, 29 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for harmonic
Adjective
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Completed around 1570 in northern Italy, the Villa Rotonda features symmetrical facades and harmonious proportions that have been equated with Renaissance humanism and rationalism.—
Kevin D. Murphy,
The Conversation,
10 Apr. 2026
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When the eye looks symmetrical, that often means the storm is not encountering anything to weaken it.—
William B. Davis,
New York Times,
9 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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It’s also made with five foam layers that create a balanced feel, starting with a soft, quilted top layer that gives it an instantly cozy finish.—
Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
15 Apr. 2026
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In reality, many of these foods are nutrient-packed and can support overall health when eaten as part of a balanced diet.—
Morgan Pearson,
Verywell Health,
15 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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This elegant opera house hosts numerous events, mostly opera and ballet.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Apr. 2026
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The smooth, fluid drape reads elegant, and the fabric has a soft silk sheen that holds up beautifully in a suitcase.—
Paris Wilson,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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What tends to be overlooked, in the aesthetic shock, is Proust’s elaborate hymn to its moral and spiritual implications.—
Anthony Lane,
New Yorker,
13 Apr. 2026
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Customers are gravitating toward pieces with authenticity and recognizable cultural references, items that feel both personal and rooted in a specific moment or aesthetic.—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
13 Apr. 2026
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The graceful curves of Boston’s beloved Swan Boats took shape today in the Public Garden just in time for the warm weather and another season of peaceful paddle rides around the lagoon.—
Boston Herald staff,
Boston Herald,
13 Apr. 2026
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The artwork shows a man at the center with an arm raised in a graceful gesture, surrounded by a large crowd.—
Sofia Baltodano,
Miami Herald,
11 Apr. 2026
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Completed around 1570 in northern Italy, the Villa Rotonda features symmetrical facades and harmonious proportions that have been equated with Renaissance humanism and rationalism.—
Kevin D. Murphy,
The Conversation,
10 Apr. 2026
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Choose vegetables that share similar soil and water requirements with your shrubs and perennials, creating a harmonious and productive garden.—
Megan Hughes,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Apr. 2026
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“Harmonic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/harmonic. Accessed 17 Apr. 2026.
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