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as in symmetry
a balanced, pleasing, or suitable arrangement of parts
her face had an angelic harmony that fascinated the leading painters of her day
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as in peace
peaceful coexistence
the apparent inability of the party's right and left wings to resolve their conflicts and live in harmony at least during the convention
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as in accordance
a state of consistency
for once, the kids' idea of a vacation was in perfect harmony with their parents' notion of total relaxation
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Recent Examples of harmony
Once inside the cozy cottage, you'll be smacked with the pleasant aroma of toasty sourdough and Benton's bacon, mingling in perfect harmony with poached eggs.
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Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
23 June 2026
Three-part harmony was like country and western.
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Andy Greene,
Rolling Stone,
23 June 2026
Apart from its 180-degree views across the San Fernando Valley and toward the San Gabriel Mountains, the retreat’s distinct harmony of redwood and glass throughout ensures its post-and-beam construction stays filled with natural light.
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Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
22 June 2026
Choose clarity first, and let harmony build naturally.
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Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
20 June 2026
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Kaitlyn Yarborough,
Southern Living,
23 June 2026
Three-part harmony was like country and western.
—
Andy Greene,
Rolling Stone,
23 June 2026
Apart from its 180-degree views across the San Fernando Valley and toward the San Gabriel Mountains, the retreat’s distinct harmony of redwood and glass throughout ensures its post-and-beam construction stays filled with natural light.
—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
22 June 2026
Choose clarity first, and let harmony build naturally.
—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
20 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for harmony
Recent Examples of Synonyms for harmony
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When places are being set for dinner, or in a stone garden in a Buddhist monastery, there is no governing principle of central symmetry or proportional order.
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Crittall-style windows and doors the light and provide a pleasing symmetry.
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The province’s right to implement Islamic law was granted by Indonesia’s secular central government around 2005 as part of a peace deal to end a separatist insurgency.
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One prominent Cherokee named Katteuha co-wrote a letter to Benjamin Franklin during the Constitutional Convention in 1787, urging him to push for peace between the Native people and settlers.
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The Marine’s name has not been released, in accordance with Navy policy to withhold identification until at least 24 hours after next-of-kin notification, NBC 7 reported.
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Folsom Cordova Unified School District Folsom Cordova Unified says all of its schools have accessible gender-neutral restrooms, in accordance with SB 760.
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Bringing that orchestration muscle to Atlas is a meaningful head start.
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Musical supervision and orchestrations are by Martin Koch.
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In the 30 years following the tune’s release, disappointment has only continued to plague the Three Lions.
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The work features four vocal soloists who represent Native American, Sephardic, African American and Protestant religious traditions, along with instrumental music based on early American hymn tunes.
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The shape of the heel with a wider base provides more support, providing significantly more stability, balance, and weight distribution than traditional slim or stiletto heels.
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Globally, the top concern is work-life balance, specifically when job demands consistently exceed the time and energy workers have to meet them.
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Caggiano noted the boys appeared to have left on their own accord.
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That accord reportedly established a 60-day negotiating period focused on key issues, including the future of Iran’s nuclear program, an allegation Tehran denies.
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Rosenqvist’s departure was a bit of a shock, but Scott Dixon decision to leave Chip Ganassi Racing after 25 years with the team was of seismic proportions.
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The bootcut style also has a subtle flair, which helps balance out proportions.
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“Harmony.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/harmony. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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