1
as in consensus
the state of being of one opinion about something
we were in agreement about one thing at least: that we'd never worked so hard in all our lives
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2
as in pact
an arrangement about action to be taken
we finally reached an agreement regarding a fair division of the housework
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as in accordance
a state of consistency
the amount in column A needs to be in agreement with the total receipts minus expenses
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Recent Examples of agreement
The lot is largely shielded from surrounding homes by vegetation, and officials wanted more trees to block the view, but the two sides couldn’t reach an agreement.
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Robert McCoppin, Chicago Tribune, 14 June 2025
President Trump has sought to create a new agreement with Iran that would include dismantling its nuclear capabilities.
—Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 14 June 2025
The agreement came not long after President Donald Trump in May signed a series of executive orders to rework the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, expedite new reactor construction and expand the domestic uranium industry.
—Siena Griffin, CNBC, 14 June 2025
The agreement covers roughly 9,000 qualified members of the class-action suit, including the parents and children who were separated and some of their other family members.
—Alex Riggins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 June 2025
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Robert McCoppin, Chicago Tribune, 14 June 2025
President Trump has sought to create a new agreement with Iran that would include dismantling its nuclear capabilities.
—Ashleigh Fields, The Hill, 14 June 2025
The agreement came not long after President Donald Trump in May signed a series of executive orders to rework the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, expedite new reactor construction and expand the domestic uranium industry.
—Siena Griffin, CNBC, 14 June 2025
The agreement covers roughly 9,000 qualified members of the class-action suit, including the parents and children who were separated and some of their other family members.
—Alex Riggins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for agreement
Noun
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My intention was to suggest a consensus approach that could overcome the stodgy staff guarding the City’s credit rating to try something new.—
Roger Valdez,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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Alongside a consensus buy rating, the average analyst price target calls for more than 5% upside.—
Brian Evans,
CNBC,
6 June 2025
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That spring, Disney and Comcast negotiated a pact that outlined the governance of the service while it was jointly owned by the two companies and also provided a blueprint to dissolve their partnership.—
Meg James,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2025
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The Director informs her that the scar is the mark of a rival group of killers with which the Ruska Roma maintains a permanent mutual pact of nonaggression, and orders Eve to stand down.—
Richard Brody,
New Yorker,
5 June 2025
Noun
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The rhythm of the beat completely changes, and the rhythm of how the body has to move in accordance with that beat.—
Ashley Boucher,
EW.com,
13 June 2025
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This was done in accordance with GHF protocol to avoid casualties.—
Abigail Williams,
NBC news,
27 May 2025
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Every member of the Pacers roster and coaching staff, poised and breathless in a big moment, edged closer to the hardwood in unison as the clock ticked down.—
Tony East,
Forbes.com,
7 June 2025
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Flooding onto the streets, a motorbike revs its engine in unison with the chanting fans, and there are fireworks everywhere — the air thick with smoke.—
Charlie Eccleshare,
New York Times,
1 June 2025
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But as the decades rolled on, the conventions of these temples to excess calcified.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
14 June 2025
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And there will never be another album like There’s a Riot Goin’ On, which is the sound of a genius straining against the edges of convention; of a teeming mass fighting for freedom; of love being found in a hopeless place.—
Andrew R. Chow,
Time,
10 June 2025
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After former President Joe Biden failed to reach an agreement to revitalize U.S. participation in the JCPOA, Trump has sought to reach a new accord that would introduce stringent checks on Iran's nuclear program.—
Tom O'Connor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 June 2025
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Any agreement will require the two sides to reach an accord about whether Iran should maintain a capacity to enrich uranium on its own soil.—
Arash Azizi,
The Atlantic,
12 June 2025
Noun
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If Jefferson can’t get healthy, the Sky likely will waive a contract to look for a perimeter player who can help team defense and facilitation while also producing some 3-point shooting.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
12 June 2025
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The estimates for his contract are going anywhere from $8 million to north of $11 million per year.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
12 June 2025
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When that harmony hits, the sale becomes a symphony: the crack of the register, the rustle of the bag, the quiet thrill of being chosen.—
Joel Goldstein,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
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The King presented the King Charles III Harmony Award, a special honor to recognize long-term commitment to creating a world where people, places and the planet can live in harmony.—
Stephanie Petit,
People.com,
12 June 2025
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“Agreement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/agreement. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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