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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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Choose accessories that have at least a touch of a certain hue to create visual harmony.
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Maggie Gillette, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Oct. 2024
Almost 200 years ago, Alexis de Tocqueville spoke of the importance of social capital—the implicit community and neighborly trust that undergirds the fabric of American society and how respect for the rule of law rather than the law of rulers underlies our market economy and social harmony.
—Steven Tian, Fortune, 29 Oct. 2024
The Clark Sisters, whose influence spans generations and crosses genre lines, delivered an unforgettable set that showcased their unparalleled vocal harmonies and soulful execution.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 28 Oct. 2024
In 1973, Coxsone Dodd asked Griffiths and Rita Marley to provide harmonies alongside Judy Mowatt on a record by singer Horace Andy.
—Patricia Meschino, Billboard, 23 Oct. 2024
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Maggie Gillette, Better Homes & Gardens, 30 Oct. 2024
Almost 200 years ago, Alexis de Tocqueville spoke of the importance of social capital—the implicit community and neighborly trust that undergirds the fabric of American society and how respect for the rule of law rather than the law of rulers underlies our market economy and social harmony.
—Steven Tian, Fortune, 29 Oct. 2024
The Clark Sisters, whose influence spans generations and crosses genre lines, delivered an unforgettable set that showcased their unparalleled vocal harmonies and soulful execution.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 28 Oct. 2024
In 1973, Coxsone Dodd asked Griffiths and Rita Marley to provide harmonies alongside Judy Mowatt on a record by singer Horace Andy.
—Patricia Meschino, Billboard, 23 Oct. 2024
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Sticking with symmetry, former one-time host Billie Ellish will be the musical guest on SNL for the fourth time too.Dominic Patten, Deadline, 19 Oct. 2024
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Not only is symmetry taken into account by the arrangement of the beds, but the dark stain of the wood highlights the light stone fountain beautifully.Ashlyn Needham, Southern Living, 31 July 2024
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Both the United States and China are ultimately invested in maintaining peace on the Korean Peninsula.Sungmin Cho, Foreign Affairs, 12 Nov. 2024
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In the mayoral race, City Councilmember Martínez Beltrán challenged Turner, with the pair often publicly at odds on issues ranging from peace resolutions in the Israel-Gaza war to tax deals for a luxury hotel.Luis Melecio-Zambrano, The Mercury News, 8 Nov. 2024
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Purchasing tickets through Ticketmaster is also an option since both work in accordance with each other.Anthony De Leon, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2024
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Whatever happens with this election will not affect future elections, which will continue to be held in accordance with the consent decree, Snow said during the hearing.Madeleine Parrish, The Arizona Republic, 18 Oct. 2024
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His use of pop, jazz, and orchestration in scores influenced future generations of film composers.David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024
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The orchestra, discreetly visible on the set’s upper level, brings out the vibrancy of Tom Kitt’s arrangements and orchestrations.Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 11 Oct. 2024
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Siddhi Choubey and Sonja Krohn Saginaw County, Middle Suburb Saginaw County voters turned out to polling places on a warm and windy November day, some greeted by tunes from a DJ.Arpan Lobo, Nushrat Rahman, Natalie Davies, Lindsay Tague, Alexander Boesch, Sarah Moore, Sophia Jundy, Mikia Lawrence, Alec Mork, Siddhi Choubey and Sonja Krohn, Detroit Free Press, 6 Nov. 2024
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The New York alto saxophonist, composer, vocalist and bandleader makes her Bay Area debut this weekend with a series of gigs, introducing a beguiling body of tunes shaped by her Chinese American heritage and deep engagement with various jazz, folk and pop idioms.Andrew Gilbert, The Mercury News, 6 Nov. 2024
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In the process, the Eagles showed a level of offensive balance that should scare the rest of the league.David Faris, Newsweek, 3 Nov. 2024
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Example: Giffard Non-Alcoholic Ginger Liqueur: The ginger root forms the foundation of this expression, offering a balance of pepper, rose, herbs and lemon aromas.Rachel King, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
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The accords failed to end Israel’s siege of Gaza and occupation of the West Bank.Caise D. Hassan, Chicago Tribune, 31 Oct. 2024
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No Argentine accord is complete without yerba buena tea—maté is their love language, after all—and a smoky, creamy finish tethers gaucho-like leather to dulce de leche.Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 29 Oct. 2024
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In fact, the house as a whole looks odd: Nothing feels particularly lived in, the proportions are off, the window far too small.Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 8 Nov. 2024
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If the parties get their ways, those proportions could change after Tuesday.Eleanor McCrary, The Courier-Journal, 4 Nov. 2024
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“Harmony.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/harmony. Accessed 17 Nov. 2024.
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