1
as in symmetry
a balanced, pleasing, or suitable arrangement of parts
her face had an angelic harmony that fascinated the leading painters of her day
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2
as in peace
peaceful coexistence
the apparent inability of the party's right and left wings to resolve their conflicts and live in harmony at least during the convention
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as in accordance
a state of consistency
for once, the kids' idea of a vacation was in perfect harmony with their parents' notion of total relaxation
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Recent Examples of harmony
Much like the film lingers on the cold northern landscape, Obomsawin’s music is laced with portentous silences and unresolved harmonies.
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Andrew Gilbert, Mercury News, 6 Nov. 2025
Built on a 2x6, 24-inch grid, every element, from the trusses to the cabinetry, follows this rhythm, creating visual harmony throughout.
—Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 5 Nov. 2025
There's a, there's a deal, a, a deal of, uh, syncopation and the harmonies are rather opaque.
—Deborah Unger, Scientific American, 5 Nov. 2025
From Elvis to Jerry Garcia, her harmonies carried decades of American music history.
—Megan Cartwright, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025
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Andrew Gilbert, Mercury News, 6 Nov. 2025
Built on a 2x6, 24-inch grid, every element, from the trusses to the cabinetry, follows this rhythm, creating visual harmony throughout.
—Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 5 Nov. 2025
There's a, there's a deal, a, a deal of, uh, syncopation and the harmonies are rather opaque.
—Deborah Unger, Scientific American, 5 Nov. 2025
From Elvis to Jerry Garcia, her harmonies carried decades of American music history.
—Megan Cartwright, MSNBC Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for harmony
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These are frequently shaped into nested spheres—though there are many exceptions, including intricate axial symmetries.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
28 Oct. 2025
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The view from orbit highlights the storm’s symmetry and structure, underscoring its status as a powerful Category 5 hurricane.—
Hannah Parry,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
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The peace declaration included a commitment to withdraw heavy weapons from the border, de-mining efforts, and to de-escalate tensions that erupted into the brief but deadly border conflict.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
11 Nov. 2025
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As Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine approaches its fourth year, both sides show signs of fatigue, but neither is ready for peace.—
Jack Watling,
Foreign Affairs,
11 Nov. 2025
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The classified documents case was one of two federal cases that were dropped in accordance with a longstanding Department of Justice policy not to prosecute a sitting president.—
Kinsey Crowley,
USA Today,
22 Oct. 2025
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Advertisement In the 1940s, the Department of Defense was given its current name, and department officials were titled in accordance.—
Callum Sutherland,
Time,
5 Sep. 2025
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The show’s creative team is loaded with Tony winners including a score by Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens, a book by Terrence McNally and original orchestrations by William David Brohn.—
Erik Pedersen,
Deadline,
6 Nov. 2025
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The startup has built a unified real-time orchestration layer that manages all the different things the AI needs to do at once, such as listening, understanding what’s being said, deciding how to respond, checking databases, and delivering an answer.—
Beatrice Nolan,
Fortune,
5 Nov. 2025
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For over 50 years, it’s been the morning soundtrack of childhood, making its bright colors, belly laughs and sing-along tunes a cozy ritual for many.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
10 Nov. 2025
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Here’s a friendly reminder to tune into CJ Moore’s weekly men’s college basketball top 25, which is always more than just a ranking.—
Chris Branch,
New York Times,
10 Nov. 2025
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Critics argue the ballroom's sheer scale—twice the size of the main residence—will fundamentally alter the White House's historic proportions and architectural balance.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Nov. 2025
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Yet, even as photovoltaic technology advances, engineers continue to chase a balance between efficiency, stability, and cost.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Nov. 2025
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But on Democrats' main ask, the accord fell short for many progressives.—
Zachary Schermele,
USA Today,
10 Nov. 2025
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Heroes include Night Cap, a warm-spicy gourmand, as well as Salted Muse, which taps sea salt, pink pepper and olive tree accord.—
Noor Lobad,
Footwear News,
7 Nov. 2025
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The design commands attention with its dramatic proportions.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
6 Nov. 2025
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Sweeney’s look played with proportions, with the leg-hugging footwear offsetting her oversized ensemble.—
Kelsey Stewart,
Footwear News,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Harmony.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/harmony. Accessed 14 Nov. 2025.
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