1
as in to blend
to form a pleasing relationship
the color of the walls harmonized nicely with the blue tones in the carpet
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2
as in to reconcile
to bring to a state free of conflicts, inconsistencies, or differences
an attempt to harmonize the legends passed down from our forefathers with the historical evidence that survives from their exploits
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as in to correspond
to be in agreement on every point
interrogated in separate rooms, the two burglary suspects gave stories that didn't harmonize at all
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Recent Examples of harmonize
Good starters are made up of the unique mix of benevolent dictator (someone has got to keep things moving), a maestro (there are a million different things at play; the starter gets them all to hopefully harmonize) and friend.
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Moira McCarthy, Boston Herald, 10 July 2025
Males use their three-song repertoire to group together, harmonize, and individually serenade female cicadas.
—Sarah Henry, The Courier-Journal, 8 July 2025
As Venus harmonizes with Saturn and Neptune, a VIP’s endorsement opens doors for you.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 6 July 2025
Clad in all black, the group danced and harmonized as Shaboozey joyfully belted the gospel-country track.
—Audrey Gibbs, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
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Moira McCarthy, Boston Herald, 10 July 2025
Males use their three-song repertoire to group together, harmonize, and individually serenade female cicadas.
—Sarah Henry, The Courier-Journal, 8 July 2025
As Venus harmonizes with Saturn and Neptune, a VIP’s endorsement opens doors for you.
—Usa Today, USA Today, 6 July 2025
Clad in all black, the group danced and harmonized as Shaboozey joyfully belted the gospel-country track.
—Audrey Gibbs, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for harmonize
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The interiors blend international polish with regional craftsmanship, pairing Austrian fabrics and restored antiques with discreet contemporary touches.—
Katharina Kotrba,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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The Salida Shirt—a lightweight, stretchy cotton blend with moisture-wicking—blends Western style with outdoor performance.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
31 July 2025
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So how do employees reconcile these contradictory messages?—
Bryan Robinson,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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As the Senate and House reconcile the differences, and EdTrust is advocating for eligibility and student loan access to stay the same.—
Lily Kepner,
Austin American Statesman,
25 July 2025
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Note: Most subscribers have some, but not all, of the puzzles that correspond to the following set of solutions for their local newspaper.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
31 July 2025
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Adjusted operating profit was up 8 percent to 619 million euros, corresponding to a margin of 22.6 percent, in line with the previous year notwithstanding higher investments behind the brands.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
30 July 2025
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The Waymo executive explained that, on top of the years of training in the city, the company needed to coordinate with city officials to ensure the best outcomes.—
Beck Andrew Salgado,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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Hagan stated that an FBI Maritime Liaison Agent, based out of the Texas City Resident Agency, was coordinating with the U.S. Coast Guard, Customs and Border Protection and the cruise line.—
Richard Tribou,
The Orlando Sentinel,
28 July 2025
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The vote has coincided with efforts by Beijing to raise its military and diplomatic pressure on Taiwan.—
Jan Camenzind Broomby,
NPR,
26 July 2025
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Yet this rift still coincides with a deepening fiscal crisis.—
Joël Té-Léssia Assoko,
semafor.com,
25 July 2025
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What matters is starting early with practical moments: discussing grocery prices with children or opening their first savings account, which research shows correlates with college attendance.—
Aisha Nyandoro,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Press freedom correlates with less corruption in many countries.—
Olga Khazan,
The Atlantic,
14 July 2025
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But to the predominantly Black, Mexican American, and Filipino youth wearing them, zoot suits were a declaration of cultural identity, a refusal to conform to white, working-class respectability politics, and a claim to visibility, fun, and dignity in spaces of racialized exclusion.—
Alexandra Jane,
Essence,
31 July 2025
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In addition to the authorities now particularly cited, many others were relied on at the bar, which show how far the practice has conformed to the general doctrines that have been just quoted.—
Liz Tracey,
JSTOR Daily,
29 July 2025
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On top of settling on a rate increase lower than originally planned, the MSD board agreed to postpone the original effective date of Aug. 1 by one month.—
Killian Baarlaer,
The Courier-Journal,
29 July 2025
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Coming from a theater background, Povenmire and Marsh agreed that experiencing fan reaction is their favorite part about attending the convention.—
Giana Levy,
Variety,
28 July 2025
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“Harmonize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/harmonize. Accessed 8 Aug. 2025.
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