as in reconciled
to bring to a state free of conflicts, inconsistencies, or differences
her response was perfectly keyed to the situation
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Recent Examples of keyed
The defensive execution in the fourth quarter keyed the top seed to victory.
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Mukala Kabongo, Boston Herald, 19 Feb. 2026
The Billikens then had a 10-2 run, keyed by two 3-pointers, an assist and a block by Sharma, followed by runs of 8-0 and 11-0.
—ABC News, 13 Feb. 2026
According to guard Simeon Wilcher, the play of Mark and Vokietaitis as well as a string of late defensive stands keyed the Longhorns’ 14-0 run over the final 3 minutes, 35 seconds.
—Thomas Jones, Austin American Statesman, 7 Feb. 2026
McCaffrey also received All-Pro designation this season after totaling 1,202 rushing yards, 924 receiving yards and 17 total touchdowns, not including his two touchdown catches that keyed the 49ers’ wild-card playoff win at Philadelphia.
—Cam Inman, Mercury News, 4 Feb. 2026
More than any other popular media institution, the show must constantly reinvent itself to keep a young audience keyed in.
—Michael Tedder, The Atlantic, 25 Jan. 2026
Marta Suárez plays hero after struggles After scoring 20 points in three of four games, the Spanish native has struggled over the past two games as defenses have keyed in to try and slow her down.
—Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 Jan. 2026
Melton keyed the run for Golden State, scoring nine points during that stretch.
—Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 10 Jan. 2026
After that, and with starting quarterback Dak Prescott out, the Giants keyed on Blue.
—Joseph Hoyt, Dallas Morning News, 4 Jan. 2026
Mukala Kabongo, Boston Herald, 19 Feb. 2026
The Billikens then had a 10-2 run, keyed by two 3-pointers, an assist and a block by Sharma, followed by runs of 8-0 and 11-0.
—ABC News, 13 Feb. 2026
According to guard Simeon Wilcher, the play of Mark and Vokietaitis as well as a string of late defensive stands keyed the Longhorns’ 14-0 run over the final 3 minutes, 35 seconds.
—Thomas Jones, Austin American Statesman, 7 Feb. 2026
McCaffrey also received All-Pro designation this season after totaling 1,202 rushing yards, 924 receiving yards and 17 total touchdowns, not including his two touchdown catches that keyed the 49ers’ wild-card playoff win at Philadelphia.
—Cam Inman, Mercury News, 4 Feb. 2026
More than any other popular media institution, the show must constantly reinvent itself to keep a young audience keyed in.
—Michael Tedder, The Atlantic, 25 Jan. 2026
Marta Suárez plays hero after struggles After scoring 20 points in three of four games, the Spanish native has struggled over the past two games as defenses have keyed in to try and slow her down.
—Lawrence Dow, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 Jan. 2026
Melton keyed the run for Golden State, scoring nine points during that stretch.
—Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 10 Jan. 2026
After that, and with starting quarterback Dak Prescott out, the Giants keyed on Blue.
—Joseph Hoyt, Dallas Morning News, 4 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for keyed
Verb
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The couple, who dated for 10 months before marrying in 2004, have broken up and reconciled as coparents in recent years.—
Taijuan Moorman,
USA Today,
20 Feb. 2026
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In 2020, LaBeouf and Goth seemed to have reconciled, as they were photographed together wearing wedding bands.—
Shania Russell,
Entertainment Weekly,
19 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The night before, Talula coordinated with her celebrity makeup artist mom as the trio enjoyed a night out at the 5 Hertford Street social club in London.—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
22 Feb. 2026
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The key to creating a room that's well-coordinated but not boring is matching undertones.—
Melissa Epifano,
The Spruce,
22 Feb. 2026
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“Keyed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/keyed. Accessed 28 Feb. 2026.
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