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as in coincides
to have or come to the same opinion or point of view
My husband and I agree on just about every aspect of child-rearing
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2
as in bargains
to come to an arrangement as to a course of action
since we couldn't agree, we tossed a coin to decide the matter
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as in admits
to accept the truth or existence of (something) usually reluctantly
finally agreed that the paint job was sloppy and would have to be redone
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as in corresponds
to be in agreement on every point
the robber's story didn't agree with the cop's report on the incident
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as in blends
to form a pleasing relationship
this warm climate seems to agree with you
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as in assents
to give or express one's approval (as to a proposal)
we'll have to get the author to agree to the revisions before the article can be published
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Recent Examples of agrees
When Japanese General Miura (Hiroyuki Ikeuchi ) begins organizing brutal matches between his occupying soldiers and Chinese martial artists, Ip Man agrees to a public fight with Miura himself.
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David Faris, TheWeek, 20 May 2026
Shakti Howeth, a creative director at Meow Wolf, agrees, saying that while Meow Wolf attractions are typically pretty otherworldly, they’re always built around an overarching story.
—Marah Eakin, Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2026
Salome, spurned by Jokanaan’s rejection, agrees.
—Literary Hub, 20 May 2026
Grawe agrees that higher education isn’t ready for what’s coming.
—Jay Caspian Kang, New Yorker, 19 May 2026
Chaplin agrees to a portrait with Avedon.
—Sheena McKenzie, CNN Money, 18 May 2026
Entrant agrees that Released Parties (as defined below) are not responsible for any unauthorized use of Entries by third parties.
—Tim McGovern, PEOPLE, 18 May 2026
Empty Boxes Similar to shopping and gift bags, an influx of empty boxes in your closet should go as well, and Brock agrees.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 18 May 2026
If everyone just agrees on everything, where’s the conversation going after that?
—Glamour, 18 May 2026
David Faris, TheWeek, 20 May 2026
Shakti Howeth, a creative director at Meow Wolf, agrees, saying that while Meow Wolf attractions are typically pretty otherworldly, they’re always built around an overarching story.
—Marah Eakin, Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2026
Salome, spurned by Jokanaan’s rejection, agrees.
—Literary Hub, 20 May 2026
Grawe agrees that higher education isn’t ready for what’s coming.
—Jay Caspian Kang, New Yorker, 19 May 2026
Chaplin agrees to a portrait with Avedon.
—Sheena McKenzie, CNN Money, 18 May 2026
Entrant agrees that Released Parties (as defined below) are not responsible for any unauthorized use of Entries by third parties.
—Tim McGovern, PEOPLE, 18 May 2026
Empty Boxes Similar to shopping and gift bags, an influx of empty boxes in your closet should go as well, and Brock agrees.
—Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 18 May 2026
If everyone just agrees on everything, where’s the conversation going after that?
—Glamour, 18 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for agrees
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This coincides with 184 fewer bookings at the County Jail in 2025 compared to the previous year, according to the report.—
Jack Springgate,
CBS News,
19 May 2026
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Sunday marked the second time this season that the Fever held an opponent to 78 points, which fittingly coincides with the team’s two wins.—
James Boyd,
New York Times,
18 May 2026
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The union usually bargains in the same year as performers’ union SAG-AFTRA and directors’ union the Directors Guild of America.—
Katie Kilkenny,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Apr. 2026
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One potential—though untested—workaround would be for conferences, which are private entities, to serve as a joint employer that bargains with a players’ union.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
10 Mar. 2026
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But ahead of her summer wedding to fiancé Matt Mahowald, Marshall admits sharing so much of her life online can sometimes blur personal boundaries.—
Tereza Shkurtaj,
PEOPLE,
17 May 2026
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Kemp admits that she was influenced by the lessons learned from the fan reaction to the conclusion of Power.—
Derek Lawrence,
HollywoodReporter,
17 May 2026
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Is there a way of describing economic growth that doesn’t implicitly depend on some homogeneous, material substance that corresponds to measures like GDP?—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
13 May 2026
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Every shot corresponds to an idea.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
12 May 2026
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This one blends apple and pear for sweetness and texture.—
Jenna Sims,
Southern Living,
14 May 2026
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The dermatology and wellness center blends functional and aesthetic medicine to offer treatments designed to enhance natural features rather than dramatically alter them.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
14 May 2026
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Goldman Sachs concurs, saying the drag will offset the benefits from that tax bill the White House had championed.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
4 May 2026
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Faulkner, who coached Singleton at Georgia Tech in 2023 and 2024, concurs.—
Edgar Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
4 Apr. 2026
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But after making the call, Ferraz confesses there are no recordings and that Creasy will have to find another way to take down Carmo, Soares and Tappen.—
Lynsey Eidell,
PEOPLE,
2 May 2026
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In the heart-wrenching Season 2 finale, Morgan and Karadec’s investigation into a poolside death at a Los Angeles hotel resulted in the arrest of Lucia, a guest relations manager who confesses to tipping off and then covering for the conman who murdered a home improvement reality show host.—
Max Gao,
Variety,
8 Apr. 2026
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The 6-inch gel memory foam provides a soft, plush feel and conforms to your body’s natural curves, reducing pressure points on the shoulders and hips.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Apr. 2026
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Available in both travel and standard sizes, the back support pillow conforms to the body to relieve pressure and alleviate back pain.—
Melony Forcier,
PEOPLE,
12 Apr. 2026
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