as in acceptance
the act of becoming friendly after a disagreement
The couple worked toward reconciliation in therapy. The treaty was the first step in the eventual reconciliation of two countries that had been long at odds.
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Recent Examples of reconciliation
And the reconciliation process can be long and grueling.
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Justin Papp,
CNBC,
24 June 2026
Trust and reconciliation are not the same thing.
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Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
24 June 2026
While palace aides deny any fallout between Charles and William, it is understood that William has made his feelings about any reconciliation clear to his father.
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Katie Nicholl,
Vanity Fair,
23 June 2026
Lisa handles the emotional stakes with masterful precision, weaving the politics of purity culture, religious control, and the mother-daughter bond into a climax that is a revolt and a reconciliation.
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Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
21 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for reconciliation
Justin Papp,
CNBC,
24 June 2026
Trust and reconciliation are not the same thing.
—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
24 June 2026
While palace aides deny any fallout between Charles and William, it is understood that William has made his feelings about any reconciliation clear to his father.
—
Katie Nicholl,
Vanity Fair,
23 June 2026
Lisa handles the emotional stakes with masterful precision, weaving the politics of purity culture, religious control, and the mother-daughter bond into a climax that is a revolt and a reconciliation.
—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
21 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for reconciliation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for reconciliation
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Last year, voters showed a growing acceptance of the horror genre by awarding Oscars to Sinners and Weapons.
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That wistful undertow stems from Zimmerman’s casual acceptance of his advancing age.
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In a recent joint conversation with CBS This Morning, Usha told reporter Robert Costa about her husband’s skill for conciliation.
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The hospital said the EEOC did not approach conciliation in good faith and demanded excessive financial penalties, according to the September response for Kotan’s case.
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“Reconciliation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reconciliation. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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