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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
Balance Hard and Soft Textures This trend is all about combining seemingly-disparate aesthetics and creating a harmonious design.
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Maggie Gillette, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Feb. 2025
With these efforts, the true potential of AI and ML can be realized, leading to a harmonious balance between technological progress and environmental stewardship.
—Shravanthi Kallem, Forbes, 20 Feb. 2025
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—USA TODAY, 19 Feb. 2025
Guests can explore the resort’s 100-acre estate, discovering a harmonious blend of nature, luxury, and artistic curation at every turn.
—Susmita Baral, Travel + Leisure, 18 Feb. 2025
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Maggie Gillette, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Feb. 2025
With these efforts, the true potential of AI and ML can be realized, leading to a harmonious balance between technological progress and environmental stewardship.
—Shravanthi Kallem, Forbes, 20 Feb. 2025
Read the full Libra Daily Horoscope Scorpio (October 23 - November 21)
Feeling strong and harmonious?
—USA TODAY, 19 Feb. 2025
Guests can explore the resort’s 100-acre estate, discovering a harmonious blend of nature, luxury, and artistic curation at every turn.
—Susmita Baral, Travel + Leisure, 18 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for harmonious
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Beck will bring his symphonic reinvention back to North American stages this summer, with nine concerts across eight cities backed by local orchestras.—
Brian Hiatt,
Rolling Stone,
3 Mar. 2025
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Blumberg similarly eschewed typical symphonic tools in favor of a Brutalist score built around field recordings.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
27 Feb. 2025
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The White House leader had nevertheless previously signaled that a deal could be worked out with Britain, which has a much more balanced trading relationship with the U.S. — CNBC’s Silvia Amaro contributed reporting to this story.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
27 Feb. 2025
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This ensures that every coaching session stays focused on your growth, not on trying to maintain a balanced exchange.—
Kevin Kruse,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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All widgets in the Android ecosystem will be compatible with lock screens by default.—
Jibin Joseph,
PCMAG,
7 Mar. 2025
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Both have the Apple M3 processor in them and are compatible with Apple Intelligence.—
David Phelan,
Forbes,
7 Mar. 2025
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At heart, the brand messaging is consistent: Individuals who work hard and win reward themselves with a Rolex.—
Victoria Gomelsky,
Robb Report,
6 Mar. 2025
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Great companies are built on a consistent effort to foster trust and transparency.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes,
6 Mar. 2025
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This event is not affiliated with Women in Music, a nonprofit organization committed to advancing equality, visibility and opportunities for women in the musical arts through education, support, empowerment and recognition.—
Paul Grein,
Billboard,
10 Mar. 2025
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The stars and creatives behind the first two films have certainly indicated an interest in adding a third entry to the musical film series.—
Shania Russell,
EW.com,
10 Mar. 2025
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The symmetrical mantel decor arrangement feels formal, but the mix of objects keeps it interesting.—
Abby Wolner,
Better Homes & Gardens,
26 Feb. 2025
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According to Homes & Antiques, 18th century Georgian homes are known for their high ceilings, symmetrical facades and water features in garden spaces.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
17 Feb. 2025
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Later that year, Ferguson lost a unanimous decision to Charles Oliveira.—
Brian Mazique,
Forbes,
4 Mar. 2025
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His career-high in a season was seven, in his 2015-16 unanimous MVP campaign.—
Danny Emerman,
The Mercury News,
3 Mar. 2025
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China remains a far cry from having the sort of labor unions and collective bargaining that are taken for granted elsewhere, but, as Steinfeld correctly argues, Chinese labor practices are moving away from their revolutionary roots and are increasingly consonant with Western standards.—
Simon Tay,
Foreign Affairs,
24 Aug. 2010
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Where the republic’s hypocrisy fed its fatal weakness, corruption, the Taliban’s unabashed brutality was consonant with the movement’s strength, its unity.—
Matthieu Aikins Victor J. Blue Peter Ganim Krish Seenivasan Steven Szczesniak,
New York Times,
22 May 2024
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“Harmonious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/harmonious. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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