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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
This season's fashion trends reflect a harmonious blend of vibrant, bold designs and effortlessly chic styles, perfect for lounging by the water and exploring beachside locales.
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Jené Luciani Sena
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Dhamma, while originally a Buddhist spiritual concept (see Walpola Rahula's 1994 book What The Buddha Taught), can be applied as a practical, experiential leadership framework emphasizing ethical clarity, mindful awareness and harmonious decision making.
—Gamini Hewawasam, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025
For a more harmonious backdrop, go for a soft, neutral wall color like Even Better Beige or Authentic Tan.
—Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 July 2025
Bates taught Fulco about creating harmonious flavor profiles, respecting ingredients and balancing fat and acid.
—Matthew Odam, Austin American Statesman, 25 July 2025
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Jené Luciani Sena
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 15 June 2025
Dhamma, while originally a Buddhist spiritual concept (see Walpola Rahula's 1994 book What The Buddha Taught), can be applied as a practical, experiential leadership framework emphasizing ethical clarity, mindful awareness and harmonious decision making.
—Gamini Hewawasam, Forbes.com, 28 July 2025
For a more harmonious backdrop, go for a soft, neutral wall color like Even Better Beige or Authentic Tan.
—Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 July 2025
Bates taught Fulco about creating harmonious flavor profiles, respecting ingredients and balancing fat and acid.
—Matthew Odam, Austin American Statesman, 25 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for harmonious
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The Coastal Communities Concert Band, an award-winning symphonic band of more than 75 musicians from throughout San Diego County, will give its Summer Pops Concert at 2 p.m. Aug.16 at the Carlsbad Community Church, 3175 Harding St.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Aug. 2025
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Rice pudding without salt can never reach its symphonic potential.—
Rai Mincey,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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Chair of the Budget Committee, helping deliver balanced budgets that invest in safety, housing, infrastructure, and services while maintaining the lowest tax rate among NC’s largest cities.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
14 Aug. 2025
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Despite the presentation of a balanced budget containing no loan for the upcoming Chicago Public Schools academic year after months of debates over a multi-million dollar budget deficit, the entirety of the Chicago Board of Education is not sold on the $10.25 billion plan.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
14 Aug. 2025
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Download the compatible app to control a timer, night light, and more useful features.—
Elisabeth Sherman,
Parents,
7 Aug. 2025
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Uka uses a mechanical clip for securing the top plate to the tripod and is compatible with Arca Swiss bases, enabling users to seamlessly swap between Uka and Arca Swiss without the need to change over the quick-release plate.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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Grow in full sun and provide consistent moisture without letting the soil get soggy.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
7 Aug. 2025
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Plus, she's been a consistent advocate for working mothers, pushing for improved mothers' rooms within Scripps, maintaining an open-door policy and promoting work-life balance for others on her team.—
Grace Tucker,
The Enquirer,
7 Aug. 2025
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And a whole new frontier in the band’s musical eclecticism.—
Peter Ames Carlin,
Rolling Stone,
13 Aug. 2025
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Spike Lee’s mastery in joining the protagonist’s dramatic emotional beats with the uptick of musical tempo illuminates the filmmaker’s intuitive skill of hearing story pacing in music.—
Malik Peay,
Essence,
13 Aug. 2025
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The abode itself showcases Georgian and Classical architecture, with an elegant white-brick facade, symmetrical details, and refined proportions.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
12 Aug. 2025
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Fiber: Uses fiber-optic cables for high speeds and symmetrical upload/download rates.—
Roxanne Downer,
USA Today,
11 Aug. 2025
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Shields last fought in July, successfully defending her title with a lopsided unanimous decision win over Lani Daniels at Little Caesars Arena in her home state of Michigan.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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The city commission’s unanimous decision brings further change to downtown nightlife after last month’s approval to require a permit to sell alcohol after midnight.—
Natalia Jaramillo,
The Orlando Sentinel,
6 Aug. 2025
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China remains a far cry from having the sort of labor unions and collective bargaining that are taken for granted elsewhere, but, as Steinfeld correctly argues, Chinese labor practices are moving away from their revolutionary roots and are increasingly consonant with Western standards.—
Simon Tay,
Foreign Affairs,
24 Aug. 2010
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Where the republic’s hypocrisy fed its fatal weakness, corruption, the Taliban’s unabashed brutality was consonant with the movement’s strength, its unity.—
Matthieu Aikins Victor J. Blue Peter Ganim Krish Seenivasan Steven Szczesniak,
New York Times,
22 May 2024
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“Harmonious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/harmonious. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.
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