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as in symphonic
having a pleasing mixture of notes
the naturally harmonious sounds of a forest glen in springtime
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as in balanced
having the parts agreeably related
a harmonious arrangement of archways and doorways in the palace courtyard
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as in compatible
having or marked by agreement in feeling or action
an unusually harmonious meeting among the leaders resulted in a quick peace agreement
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as in consistent
not having or showing any apparent conflict
no form of social discrimination can ever be harmonious with the basic principles and ideals of our nation
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Recent Examples of harmonious
It is portrayed as a melting pot of cultures, but graffiti promoting the Algerian Liberation Front suggest the reality is not quite so harmonious.
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Damon Wise, Deadline, 2 Sep. 2025
Part of seeking a harmonious environment involves recognizing when the environment is not ready or willing to be harmonious.
—R. Eric Thomas, Denver Post, 1 Sep. 2025
Doves are harmonious, supportive and empathetic.
—Vicki Salemi, Boston Herald, 1 Sep. 2025
For two years, the dad has been dating his girlfriend, and until now, things have seemed harmonious.
—Ashley Vega, People.com, 31 Aug. 2025
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Damon Wise, Deadline, 2 Sep. 2025
Part of seeking a harmonious environment involves recognizing when the environment is not ready or willing to be harmonious.
—R. Eric Thomas, Denver Post, 1 Sep. 2025
Doves are harmonious, supportive and empathetic.
—Vicki Salemi, Boston Herald, 1 Sep. 2025
For two years, the dad has been dating his girlfriend, and until now, things have seemed harmonious.
—Ashley Vega, People.com, 31 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for harmonious
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Alice Tully Hall Jazzman Etienne Charles tells the story of the neighborhood that Lincoln Center obliterated in a symphonic-scale quilt of Black American styles.—
Justin Davidson,
Vulture,
10 Sep. 2025
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In the Phygital Era, the old-fashioned managerial style must evolve from directive control to a symphonic orchestration of human and machine interaction.—
Ingrid Vasiliu Feltes,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Eating a wide variety of nutrient-rich foods helps maintain a balanced gut microbiome.—
Abby Norman,
Verywell Health,
9 Sep. 2025
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Instead of guessing, leaders have real information about meeting dynamics and can guide teams toward more balanced discussions.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Rather than donating, sell or give these items away through expat groups, international student networks, or online marketplaces where someone from a compatible region might need them.—
Nafeesah Allen,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 Sep. 2025
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Each of the bays on the Orico 40Gbps SSD External SSD enclosure is compatible with M-Key NVMe SSDs in different sizes like 2230, 2242, 2260 and 2280.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
11 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Bowlan had to learn the nuances associated with relief work, from arm care to consistent throwing.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
10 Sep. 2025
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They’re getting outflanked on defense on a consistent basis by basic, basic concepts by Indianapolis.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
9 Sep. 2025
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The price point puts it in the upper set of shows, but still comes in far below the musical Just In Time, a biomusical about Bobby Darin and starring Jonathan Groff, which continues to sell well with an average ticket price of $214.—
Caitlin Huston,
HollywoodReporter,
9 Sep. 2025
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FiiO claims the result is a sonic presentation that combines technical accuracy with a sense of warmth and a natural flow that’s good for analytical listening as well as long musical sessions.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
Adjective
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Twists and turns are symmetrical to both sides, making for a race to the finish.—
Chad Murphy,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
10 Sep. 2025
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That’s a shame because one of the biggest virtues of Zoox’s symmetrical 4-wheel-steering design is superior ability to do general PuDo.—
Brad Templeton,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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An anime about a teenager avenging the deaths of his family at the hands of hordes of carnivorous demons wouldn’t usually be the sort of film which would be met with unanimous praise from critics.—
Caroline Reid,
Forbes.com,
14 Sep. 2025
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Either way, get ready for more contested votes rather than the typical unanimous decisions.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
14 Sep. 2025
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Their two consonant names, Lizzy and Lydia, invite comparison and contrast.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
4 Sep. 2025
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Researchers at Carleton University found that people with names like Renee, Liam or Noelle—which include soft, flowing consonant sounds—were more likely to be favored for certain roles over people with names like Greta, Tate or Krista, whose names contain harsher sounds.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Sep. 2025
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“Harmonious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/harmonious. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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