RECONCILING Synonyms: 50 Similar and Opposite Words

reconciling

verb

present participle of reconcile

as in coordinating

to bring to a state free of conflicts, inconsistencies, or differences historians have never been able to reconcile the two eyewitness accounts of the battle

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Recent Examples of reconciling The endless will-he-won’t-he drama surrounding Prince Harry’s visit to the UK could be the final straw for hopes of reconciling with the royal family, said The Sun’s Clemmie Moodie. — The Week Uk, TheWeek, 8 July 2026 The continuous close people have talked about for 15 years starts to look real once agents are reconciling around the clock instead of in a quarterly sprint. — Rahul Bhatia, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026 And that means getting stuff done involves reconciling the demands of a couple of 100 million people. — Sara Tenenbaum, CBS News, 18 June 2026 Director Michiel Van Erp draws memorable performances from his cast while screenwriter Frank Houtappels’ wistful story reminds us of a bygone era and how reconciling with your past can sometimes be the hardest thing to do. — Randy Myers, Mercury News, 11 June 2026 Jay has just one hour of oxygen left to forge an escape, applying the knowledge and skill set his late father passed on to him, while also reconciling their strained relationship in the process. — Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 11 June 2026 But ensuring our democracy endures requires working toward reconciling our individual rights with our responsibilities as collective citizens of a pluralistic society. — Steven D. Reske, Chicago Tribune, 24 May 2026 The actor points specifically to the season 22 finale, in which Owen saves a family during a catastrophic bridge collapse before reconciling with Teddy Altman (Kim Raver) and leaving Seattle for Paris. — Deirdre Durkan, PEOPLE, 16 May 2026 The volumetric data are therefore rendered unusable, as there is not yet a reliable method for reconciling nonuniform reporting. — Mia Cathell, The Washington Examiner, 30 Apr. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for reconciling

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Teams are clearing right-of-way storm damage and are coordinating with ComEd as power is restored so that more work areas are deemed safe for clean-up, Aurora officials said.

— Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 4 July 2026
The National Park Service and the state are coordinating the celebration, and a ticket lottery to attend has already closed.

— Melina Khan, USA Today, 3 July 2026

Definition of coordinating

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This plan, spearheaded by the Mohammed VI Academy and coach Nasser Larguet, modernized Moroccan football by integrating European methodologies with a national identity.

— Chris Evans, Forbes.com, 9 July 2026
Local luxury labels have been somewhat subtler, eschewing obvious iconography while integrating Chinese philosophies into their branding.

— CNN Money, CNN Money, 8 July 2026

Definition of integrating

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The actual Tann was born to free parents and, according to some sources, served in the Union Army before moving to Kansas, where he became known for combining medicinal treatment with physical therapy.

— Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026
What will make the event more special is that several Pokémon Go communities are combining forces for giveaways, photo opportunities and activities led by ambassadors.

— Gieson Cacho, Mercury News, 9 July 2026

Definition of combining

Verb

Toeing the line between a balloon, barrel, and cargo style, the Old Navy Utility Pants are a masterclass in merging trends.

— Irene Richardson, InStyle, 8 July 2026
Nonetheless, none of the major Hollywood studios are likely to be buyers — after all, two of them are currently merging.

— Samantha Masunaga, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026

Definition of merging

Verb

In your 12th House of Solitude, compassionate Venus trines vulnerable Chiron in your 8th House of Intimacy and Shared Resources, aligning reflection with deeper trust.

— Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 10 July 2026
The packaging and philosophy emphasize sustainability and collectibility without ostentation, aligning with a growing desire for thoughtful luxury.

— Tanya Akim, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026

Definition of aligning

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Wood proved to be a versatile and indispensable player, capable of harmonizing perfectly with Richards’s guitar and contributing his own superb solo moments.

— René Ostberg, Encyclopedia Britannica, 8 July 2026
Ambitious Mars activates your 9th House of Travel and Learning, harmonizing with intimate Pluto in your 5th House of Creativity to help big ideas take expressive form.

— Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 5 July 2026

Definition of harmonizing

Verb

City leaders now face pressure to revive past holiday crackdowns — from checkpoints to curfews — as Newport wrestles with balancing coastal access, tourism revenue and neighborhood safety.

— Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026
The voluminous sleeves add dimension while balancing your proportions, and the adjustable belt cinches the waist for a flattering, customized fit.

— Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 8 July 2026