as in friendship
a friendly relationship marked by ready communication and mutual understanding
an era of rapprochement between Mexico and the U.S. that was highlighted by a new trade agreement
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Recent Examples of rapprochement
Indeed, after their rapprochement in 1975, Jesse once more introduced Noah around as the good brother, and announced that Robinson would be his business manager.
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Gail Sheehy, Vanity Fair, 20 Feb. 2026
At the same time, there is the rapprochement between Israel and Arab states, which began with the country’s peace deals with Egypt and Jordan—and then there is Israel’s recent Abraham Accords with sundry Muslim states, including Morocco and Sudan, with Saudi Arabia as silent partner.
—Josef Joffe, The Atlantic, 14 Feb. 2026
Still, India would also be keen to not scupper its rapprochement with the States after months of trade tensions.
—Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 4 Feb. 2026
Gradually, the two begin a rapprochement, with a recovered Bradley pitching in to help.
—Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 26 Jan. 2026
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Gail Sheehy, Vanity Fair, 20 Feb. 2026
At the same time, there is the rapprochement between Israel and Arab states, which began with the country’s peace deals with Egypt and Jordan—and then there is Israel’s recent Abraham Accords with sundry Muslim states, including Morocco and Sudan, with Saudi Arabia as silent partner.
—Josef Joffe, The Atlantic, 14 Feb. 2026
Still, India would also be keen to not scupper its rapprochement with the States after months of trade tensions.
—Holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 4 Feb. 2026
Gradually, the two begin a rapprochement, with a recovered Bradley pitching in to help.
—Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 26 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rapprochement
Noun
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Jen and Conrad's friendship continued on The Hills, which documented an on- and off-screen fallout involving Brody Jenner, Heidi Montag and Spencer Pratt.—
Rachel McRady,
PEOPLE,
13 Apr. 2026
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Between carting narcotics across the border to Mexico, Rue and Faye (Chloe Cherry) form a close friendship, though Rue hangs on to ties to her past.—
Joey Nolfi,
Entertainment Weekly,
13 Apr. 2026
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Taken together, Beef seems to say all of these are representations of a culture so toxically individualistic and ambitious that its members can’t even fathom solidarity as an option to push back against a depraved ruling class.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
16 Apr. 2026
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Film’s outrage at the spectacle draws him toward Phamorn, and what begins as solidarity gradually reveals a deeper story of exploitation and the hunger for retribution.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
16 Apr. 2026
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George Washington refused to kneel or take communion in the Anglican Church and appeared to hold religious beliefs blending Deism and Unitarianism.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
17 Apr. 2026
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The couple’s focus on human health and ecosystem viability dovetails neatly with their stewardship of a house designed for communion with nature.—
Mayer Rus,
Architectural Digest,
17 Apr. 2026
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The Absolut Heat Haus, Soho House’s VIP pop-up The Hideout, and the Coca-Cola Pop Shop are just a few of the brand activations that aim to build a rapport with the festival audience.—
Cerys Davies,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Apr. 2026
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Rzenno has also developed a rapport with junior pitcher Jenna Sheehan.—
Rick Armstrong,
Chicago Tribune,
1 Apr. 2026
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Xi said China and Russia need to use closer and stronger strategic collaboration to defend the legitimate interests of both nations and safeguard the unity of Global South countries, the state broadcaster CCTV reported.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 Apr. 2026
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His trip to Africa — which includes stops in Algeria, Angola, Equatorial Guinea and Cameroon — is focused on promoting unity, peace and stronger interfaith relationships.—
Emmanuel Akinwotu,
NPR,
13 Apr. 2026
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“Rapprochement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rapprochement. Accessed 20 Apr. 2026.
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