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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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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
Eventually, the community agrees to establish a small reserve on the reef the team selected to protect habitat for fish to reproduce.
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Sira Thierij, NPR, 26 Dec. 2024
The Recording Academy clearly agrees, as the song earned a Grammy nomination for Best Arrangement, Instruments, and Vocals—making Smith the third member of her family to receive a Grammy nomination.
—Tiana Denicola, Variety, 21 Dec. 2024
Maldonado agrees that this is an important part of the process.
—Sydney Gore, Architectural Digest, 20 Dec. 2024
Disadvantages of not being heard Amie Durr is the Chief Product Officer at Visual Lease, and agrees that the power of evidence and data can overcome unfair workplace practices.
—Nadia Edwards-Dashti, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Everett’s next visit is with Doc, who agrees to walk Mel down the aisle in Everett’s place.
—Sara Netzley, EW.com, 19 Dec. 2024
After a bit of debate, the crew agrees, and the rescue goes smoothly until the edge of the sinkhole collapses.
—Sara Netzley, EW.com, 19 Dec. 2024
Ryals agrees and adds that closed storage will help eliminate breaking, too.
—Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 14 Dec. 2024
Jon Solomon, the Community Impact Director of the Aspen Institute Sports & Society Program, agrees.
—Allison Torres Burtka, Parents, 13 Dec. 2024
Sira Thierij, NPR, 26 Dec. 2024
The Recording Academy clearly agrees, as the song earned a Grammy nomination for Best Arrangement, Instruments, and Vocals—making Smith the third member of her family to receive a Grammy nomination.
—Tiana Denicola, Variety, 21 Dec. 2024
Maldonado agrees that this is an important part of the process.
—Sydney Gore, Architectural Digest, 20 Dec. 2024
Disadvantages of not being heard Amie Durr is the Chief Product Officer at Visual Lease, and agrees that the power of evidence and data can overcome unfair workplace practices.
—Nadia Edwards-Dashti, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Everett’s next visit is with Doc, who agrees to walk Mel down the aisle in Everett’s place.
—Sara Netzley, EW.com, 19 Dec. 2024
After a bit of debate, the crew agrees, and the rescue goes smoothly until the edge of the sinkhole collapses.
—Sara Netzley, EW.com, 19 Dec. 2024
Ryals agrees and adds that closed storage will help eliminate breaking, too.
—Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 14 Dec. 2024
Jon Solomon, the Community Impact Director of the Aspen Institute Sports & Society Program, agrees.
—Allison Torres Burtka, Parents, 13 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for agrees
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And even that's complicated by the fact that the spring election sometimes coincides with high-profile presidential primaries that drive turnout.Geoffrey Skelley, ABC News, 6 Jan. 2025
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The launch coincides with KM Music Conservatory’s 16th anniversary.Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 6 Jan. 2025
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Much of his education on the farm has come from other farmers and the internet, Grenier admits, which was a factor in starting his documentary series, Earth Speed.Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 23 Dec. 2024
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Smit admits that in the months following JonBenét's death, investigators considered going to court to have her body exhumed but decided against it.Erin Moriarty, CBS News, 21 Dec. 2024
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That sweet spot in your coffee brewing process corresponds to the aforementioned laminar-turbulent transition in pipes.Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 30 Dec. 2024
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While Ingram Micro stock has slipped 12% since its October initial public offering price of $22 per share — Goldman was one of the three lead managers in the IPO — the bank’s $33 price target corresponds to potential upside of approximately 62%.Lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 27 Dec. 2024
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Capella Ubud The resort's impeccable design harmoniously blends modern luxury with the natural beauty of the Balinese jungle.Megan Murphy, Travel + Leisure, 23 Dec. 2024
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This innovative journey blends Earth's uncharted territories with the inspiring narrative of human curiosity and exploration.Gabe Castro-Root, Space.com, 22 Dec. 2024
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With a solid gang, Mufasa conforms to a typical journey of misfits.Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 17 Dec. 2024
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This shoe stretches and conforms to your foot with wear.Nora Colomer, Fox News, 21 Nov. 2024
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But the mayor acknowledges that’s much easier said than done.Sam Blum, The Athletic, 6 Jan. 2025
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King acknowledges the show left the audience with a bit of a conundrum in the season 2 finale.Nick Romano, EW.com, 3 Jan. 2025
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Many lobster dishes are thought of as summer staples, Holden concedes, but lobster is also fitting for special occasions.Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Dec. 2024
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Notre Dame concedes a fairly high volume of 3s, so the defense wasn’t the reason for that shot profile in Thursday’s matchup.Sabreena Merchant, The Athletic, 13 Dec. 2024
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