harmonization

noun

Definition of harmonizationnext
as in correction

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Recent Examples of harmonization Speakers also called for greater administrative harmonization and support for emerging creative industries. — Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 21 Sep. 2026 The two organizations earlier this year unveiled a joint ESG harmonization framework aimed at supporting suppliers and preparing brands for coming European regulatory requirements. — Joelle Diderich, Footwear News, 14 Sep. 2026 If the two agencies can avoid repeating past regulatory disagreements and provide clear definitions, the harmonization will be a benefit for prediction markets, said Peter Chan, a Baker McKenzie partner and former SEC employee. — Ananya Chetia,davis Giangiulio, CNBC, 16 July 2026 Waiting for regulatory harmonization is not a strategy. — Bojan Ilic, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026 Member states will then have a year to bring the measures into national law, except for Article 4 on harmonization, which must be adopted by July 28, 2028. — Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 26 Feb. 2026 After more than 15 years of collaborative work, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the International Federation of Clinical Chemistry (IFCC) established and validated a universal TSH harmonization protocol. — Samantha Bonsack, STAT, 18 Feb. 2026 But beyond cost, there still isn’t enough harmonization where data collection is concerned. — Tara Donaldson, Vogue, 16 Feb. 2026 The effort involves things like fast-track permitting for cross-border military deployments and a harmonization of governmental authorizations that currently hamper fast movement. — Ilan Berman, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for harmonization
  1. correction
  2. readjustment
  3. transformation
  4. revision
  5. attunement
  6. modification
  7. alteration
  8. adjustment
Noun
  • For boards and CXOs, fault tolerance, error correction, economics and demonstrable advantage still matter.
    — Rajjie Sarmey, Forbes.com, 16 Oct. 2026
  • Shortages of corrections officers result in greater restrictions on the movement of incarcerated people, who then have less access to health appointments, group therapy and other programming.
    — Jaquelyn Jahn, The Conversation, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of correction
Noun
  • These nuclei absorb laser light only when the frequency is precisely matched, allowing any decrease in absorption to trigger an automatic frequency readjustment.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 7 Oct. 2026
  • This may be a helpful readjustment for your husband.
    — R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2026
Definition of readjustment
Noun
  • The contract covers engineering, technical assistance, technology integration, supply-chain development, workforce training and digital transformation initiatives.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 15 Oct. 2026
  • Its construction marks another chapter in the transformation of an island whose identity has long been tied to industrial production.
    — Sarah Belmont for ArtNews, Robb Report, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of transformation
Noun
  • The judge concluded that the revisions did not eliminate the constitutional controversy surrounding the city’s public-participation rules.
    — Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 16 Oct. 2026
  • The Election Commission and Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s administration deny the allegations and say the revision is intended to remove duplicate and ineligible entries.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of revision
Noun
  • The author’s grand and ambitious novels are written with warmth and a whimsical attunement to the human condition.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 5 Oct. 2026
  • Authenticity needs attunement—meaning, share openly, but notice when the room asks you to rein it in.
    — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 1 Oct. 2026
Definition of attunement
Noun
  • Diplomats in Haiti had raised concerns about the modifications ahead of publication.
    — Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 12 Oct. 2026
  • The latest contract modification will add two craft to the Navy’s ongoing procurement program, supporting its efforts to maintain and strengthen the capabilities required for modern amphibious operations.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 11 Oct. 2026
Definition of modification
Noun
  • Recently, the Griffin MSI also announced plans for alterations to the North Portico where the main entrance has always been, in the form of a welcome hall.
    — Adam Harrington, CBS News, 13 Oct. 2026
  • These bridal redesigns start at £600, with simple alteration projects closer to £200.
    — Bella Webb, Vogue, 8 Oct. 2026
Definition of alteration
Noun
  • Ongoing care may be as simple as assessing how the patient is responding to their dosage and whether an adjustment is appropriate.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 15 Oct. 2026
  • The lawmakers pointed to signal adjustments made to comply with federal rules protecting the Table Mountain Radio Quiet Zone.
    — Sarah Horbacewicz, CBS News, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of adjustment

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