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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3
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
What's next: The State Department said both delegations agreed to name their negotiating teams and start talks immediately on a peace agreement with Russia.
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Barak Ravid, Axios, 11 Mar. 2025
The team’s first four external contract agreements show that Carolina is at least self-aware in that regard.
—Mike Kaye and, Charlotte Observer, 11 Mar. 2025
The California Department of Human Resources said individual departments determine which employees are eligible for the stipend based on the telework agreements.
—William Melhado, Sacramento Bee, 11 Mar. 2025
The new agreement is effective immediately and extends to February 11, 2029.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 27 Feb. 2025
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Barak Ravid, Axios, 11 Mar. 2025
The team’s first four external contract agreements show that Carolina is at least self-aware in that regard.
—Mike Kaye and, Charlotte Observer, 11 Mar. 2025
The California Department of Human Resources said individual departments determine which employees are eligible for the stipend based on the telework agreements.
—William Melhado, Sacramento Bee, 11 Mar. 2025
The new agreement is effective immediately and extends to February 11, 2029.
—Greg Evans, Deadline, 27 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for agreement
Noun
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Ulta’s earnings came in at $8.46 per share, topping the LSEG consensus estimate of $7.12 per share.—
Pia Singh,
CNBC,
14 Mar. 2025
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The general consensus of those in the industry was that people were looking for someone to yell at, and, well, influencers were right there.—
Stephanie McNeal,
Glamour,
14 Mar. 2025
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The earnings are based on cash payouts in 2025 and do not include any potential incentives—Soto’s pact calls for $500,000 for a first MVP and $1 million for each subsequent one.—
Kurt Badenhausen,
Sportico.com,
19 Mar. 2025
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Under the pact, CJ and TBS commit to producing at least three television series and two films together within the next three years.—
Sara Merican,
Deadline,
17 Mar. 2025
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The increase in prescriptions, and the prescribers who work in a broad range of specialties, point to the need for further audits into whether claims are being paid in accordance with Medicare requirements, the IG said.—
Adriel Bettelheim,
Axios,
25 Feb. 2025
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Experts from the Earthquake Research Center of Istanbul Technical University and civil engineering professors from Dokuz Eylül university concluded that if the hotel had been built in accordance with earthquake regulations the building would not have collapsed.—
Emily Wither,
The Dial,
13 Feb. 2025
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All of them screamed in unison when the stage lights blinked and a video popped up, showing Cornejo declaring his pride and love for música mexicana.—
Julyssa Lopez,
Rolling Stone,
14 Mar. 2025
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The Senate Democratic Caucus is expected to vote in unison against final passage, which will only require a simple majority.—
Ramsey Touchberry,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
14 Mar. 2025
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Watts has often shared photos of her daughter's performance journey, including attending a dance convention in November 2019.—
Catherine Santino,
People.com,
10 Mar. 2025
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The Christies went on the tour as part of a group tasked with promoting the upcoming 1924 British Empire Exhibition, an event that isn’t fully explained but sounds something like a trade convention.—
Nina Metz,
Chicago Tribune,
5 Mar. 2025
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In a news conference at the end of their visit, Vance the administration wants migrants who are not in the U.S. lawfully to return to their home countries of their own accord and apply for entry through the proper channels.—
Lauren Villagran,
USA TODAY,
5 Mar. 2025
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The scent takes on a fresh facet with clean laundry accord, while ambrette seeds bring a musky warmth.—
Jenny Berg,
Allure,
3 Mar. 2025
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With Mercury also retrograding in Pisces in your second house, expect delays and miscommunications regarding money and possessions — be extra cautious with contracts and big-ticket purchases.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
20 Mar. 2025
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The Guardians front office believes in Santana, or he wouldn’t have been given a 1-year, $12 million contract, as a bridge at first base to Manzardo. More About Kyle Manzardo: The Tampa Rays drafted Manzardo in the 2nd round of the 2021 MLB draft.—
Bernie Pleskoff,
Forbes,
20 Mar. 2025
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Natural materials like wood, clay, and stone are used throughout, and the architecture is often built in harmony with nature.—
Cori Sears,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Mar. 2025
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Instead, the photographer now advocates for living and working intentionally, in harmony with one's body and emotions, while rejecting the societal norm that defines success through visibility and achievement.—
Tommy Tuberville,
Newsweek,
6 Mar. 2025
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“Agreement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/agreement. Accessed 24 Mar. 2025.
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