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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
To grant a variance, the board has to determine that the project is harmonious with the existing village character, that the conditions for the variance are unique to the property and that imposing the strict letter of the code creates an obstacle to the owner.
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Karen Billing,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 June 2026
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,
8 June 2026
This harmonious sanctuary features an elegant and meaningful landscape that honor nature and the people in it.
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Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
6 June 2026
Shaw says many homeowners are drawn to tulip motifs on wallpaper and textiles, which can be blended with natural textures and complementary solids to create a layered look that feels harmonious and not at all overwhelming.
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Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 June 2026
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Karen Billing,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 June 2026
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.
—
Betsy Cribb Watson,
Southern Living,
8 June 2026
This harmonious sanctuary features an elegant and meaningful landscape that honor nature and the people in it.
—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
6 June 2026
Shaw says many homeowners are drawn to tulip motifs on wallpaper and textiles, which can be blended with natural textures and complementary solids to create a layered look that feels harmonious and not at all overwhelming.
—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
3 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for harmonious
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The German and Austrian symphonic and operatic music of the 1930s happens to be the root of the Hollywood soundtrack, created by composers such as Erich Korngold, who fled the Nazis.
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The evening culminates with the electrifying Concerto for Hammond Organ by Brian Raphael Nabors, who takes the stage as soloist in this work that's a thrilling fusion of gospel, jazz and symphonic sound.
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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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To confirm successful installation, check the firmware version in your device's settings; the target version is 8B41 for all compatible models.
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The Pill is also compatible with Android phones via Bluetooth.
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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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Fans of the musical may also recognize some familiar pieces when the production arrives in Denver.
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Swanky Kitchen Band, named after our traditional local lemonade, is the keeper of Kitchen Music, which is a musical tradition native to the Cayman Islands.
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Dotted across Saudi Arabia’s dark green home jersey are symmetrical lavender squares or diamond shapes, a tribute to doorway decoration — namely geometric, triangular architecture — commonly seen in homes in the kingdom.
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The cake is the centerpiece, its symmetrical lines and buttercream swirls glowing in firelight.
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Despite the panel’s unanimous endorsement, questions remain about whether Americans will be able to get the vaccine, called mFlusiva, this fall.
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The unanimous appeals court decision tosses a February district court ruling that ordered the National Parks Service (NPS) to restore the panels that were removed from the site.
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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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“Harmonious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/harmonious. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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