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as in symphonic
having a pleasing mixture of notes
the naturally harmonious sounds of a forest glen in springtime
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as in balanced
having the parts agreeably related
a harmonious arrangement of archways and doorways in the palace courtyard
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as in compatible
having or marked by agreement in feeling or action
an unusually harmonious meeting among the leaders resulted in a quick peace agreement
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as in consistent
not having or showing any apparent conflict
no form of social discrimination can ever be harmonious with the basic principles and ideals of our nation
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Recent Examples of harmonious
Your host has invested time and energy into planning a thoughtful menu and bringing your own dish forces them to include something in the assortment that may not be harmonious with the rest of the meal.
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Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 14 Oct. 2025
This is a week where your closest bonds could feel sweeter, deeper, and more harmonious — whether financially, emotionally, or romantically.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 12 Oct. 2025
Several other couples have emerged over the years, of course — Taylor Haag and Daniel Hastings; Taylor Krause and Garrett Josemans; Tiffany Pennywell and Brett Brown, among others — but for the most part, the show has produced more mismatched pairings than harmonious ones.
—Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 11 Oct. 2025
Dynamic pigment technology is at play here, making sure the hues layer on in an even and harmonious way (thereby sparing you from having to do any blending yourself).
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 6 Oct. 2025
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Betsy Cribb Watson, Southern Living, 14 Oct. 2025
This is a week where your closest bonds could feel sweeter, deeper, and more harmonious — whether financially, emotionally, or romantically.
—Dossé-Via Trenou, Refinery29, 12 Oct. 2025
Several other couples have emerged over the years, of course — Taylor Haag and Daniel Hastings; Taylor Krause and Garrett Josemans; Tiffany Pennywell and Brett Brown, among others — but for the most part, the show has produced more mismatched pairings than harmonious ones.
—Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 11 Oct. 2025
Dynamic pigment technology is at play here, making sure the hues layer on in an even and harmonious way (thereby sparing you from having to do any blending yourself).
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 6 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for harmonious
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Cargile is a composer and 2019 Sundance Fellow known for his symphonic pieces Creation of the Universe (2003) and Audacity of Hope (2009).—
Kimberly Nordyke,
HollywoodReporter,
23 Oct. 2025
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Boy songs with a symphonic element of some kind.—
Maya Georgi,
Rolling Stone,
22 Oct. 2025
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Their reach and impact collectively are far more effective and balanced than the self-righteous media who chose to self-deport from the Pentagon.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Nov. 2025
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The result is a ski that is balanced and stable, with enough backbone for the experts yet enough forgiveness for intermediates.—
Kimberly Beekman,
Outside,
4 Nov. 2025
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Each sleeve includes 10 pods that are compatible with Vertuo machines.—
Mark Marino,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
31 Oct. 2025
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Next, make an initial deposit with a compatible payment method, like a credit card.—
Tyler Everett,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Oct. 2025
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The veteran hurler was one of the team's most consistent pitchers this season and helped lead the team to the playoffs for the first time since 2021.—
Shaun McAvoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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The accounts, reviewed by Fox News Digital, display an identical profile picture, consistent with the image cited in the affidavit.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten , Julia Bonavita,
FOXNews.com,
4 Nov. 2025
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Highlights will include musical performances by the La Jolla High School Viking Band and flyovers by the San Diego Salute Formation Team.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Nov. 2025
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Headlining musical acts include Nickelback, Kid Rock, and Jason Aldean.—
Ed Masley,
AZCentral.com,
4 Nov. 2025
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The rollers evenly distribute heat across the surface of your hair to form symmetrical curls.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
29 Oct. 2025
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Reviewers in their service area praise the symmetrical speeds, no data caps and reliable performance.—
Roxanne Downer,
USA Today,
27 Oct. 2025
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The measure passed the Senate by unanimous consent last week, after clearing the House in a voice vote in March (both actions signal broad support for the policy).—
Morgan Chalfant,
semafor.com,
31 Oct. 2025
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Overall, Reddit’s judgment was unanimous — the teen’s decision to leave was not only understandable but necessary.—
Moná Thomas,
PEOPLE,
30 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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“Harmonious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/harmonious. Accessed 6 Nov. 2025.
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