as in friendship
a friendly relationship marked by ready communication and mutual understanding
an era of rapprochement between Mexico and the U.S. that was highlighted by a new trade agreement
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Recent Examples of rapprochement
The spat in the Oval Office in front of the media has called into question whether that support will continue, and if the United States will proceed with a dramatic rapprochement with Russia’s Vladimir Putin.
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F. Brinley Bruton, NBC News, 1 Mar. 2025
Still, Trump’s current rapprochement with Moscow is unlikely to produce an agreement that is tolerable to Ukrainians.
—Janina Dill, Foreign Affairs, 26 Feb. 2025
Moscow’s relationships with both Beijing and Tehran were often rocky during the Cold War, but the Soviet Union’s 1991 collapse opened the door to rapprochements.
—Christopher S. Chivvis, Foreign Affairs, 18 Mar. 2025
But amid fierce anti-Americanism, Chrétien also kept alive the prospect of an eventual, and necessary rapprochement.
—Stephen Collinson, CNN, 15 Mar. 2025
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F. Brinley Bruton, NBC News, 1 Mar. 2025
Still, Trump’s current rapprochement with Moscow is unlikely to produce an agreement that is tolerable to Ukrainians.
—Janina Dill, Foreign Affairs, 26 Feb. 2025
Moscow’s relationships with both Beijing and Tehran were often rocky during the Cold War, but the Soviet Union’s 1991 collapse opened the door to rapprochements.
—Christopher S. Chivvis, Foreign Affairs, 18 Mar. 2025
But amid fierce anti-Americanism, Chrétien also kept alive the prospect of an eventual, and necessary rapprochement.
—Stephen Collinson, CNN, 15 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rapprochement
Noun
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There’s just something about this charming friendship that’s wildly heartwarming and authentic.—
Abigail Wilt,
Southern Living,
28 Mar. 2025
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LeBron James is getting candid about his friendship with Kobe Bryant.—
Brenton Blanchet,
People.com,
27 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Members of the Los Angeles police and fire departments took part in the 22nd annual St. Baldrick’s fundraiser, with members having their heads shaved in solidarity with child cancer patients.—
Myung J. Chun,
Los Angeles Times,
29 Mar. 2025
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Khalil's lawyers spoke outside following the Friday morning hearing, encouraging protesters to continue to stand in solidarity with the anti-Israel ringleader.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten,
FOXNews.com,
28 Mar. 2025
Noun
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King explains that for much of Christian history menstruating women were not allowed into religious spaces; at some modern-day Coptic Orthodox churches, they are still forbidden from taking communion.—
S. C. Cornell,
The New Yorker,
12 Mar. 2025
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However, Edward Berger missing a Best Director spot is a bitter gulp of communion wine, and Conclave’s status as this season’s Miss Congeniality may be in danger of being assumed by the next title on this list.—
Nate Jones,
Vulture,
30 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The goal is to build rapport with individuals who are influential within the company, even if they’re not directly involved in hiring decisions. Attend industry events, webinars, and conferences where the company is present.—
Sho Dewan,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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Scenes between Brando and Schneider include an on-set waltz, but without the heat of Gato Barbieri’s memorable jazz score, nothing comes close to Last Tango’s rapport and honesty.—
Armond White,
National Review,
28 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Acheampong, 30, a Savannah College of Art and Design graduate student whose parents are from Ghana, wanted to create an image that represented unity among those of African heritage in his community.—
Tracy Scott Forson,
Smithsonian Magazine,
27 Mar. 2025
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But their Democratic family unity has shown serious signs of fracture in the past year, notably due to Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s promotion of anti-vaccine messages and his decision to endorse Donald Trump as president and to join his administration.—
Martha Ross,
The Mercury News,
23 Mar. 2025
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“Rapprochement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rapprochement. Accessed 6 Apr. 2025.
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