reconciling

verb

Definition of reconcilingnext
present participle of reconcile
as in coordinating
to bring to a state free of conflicts, inconsistencies, or differences historians have never been able to reconcile the two eyewitness accounts of the battle

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for reconciling
  1. integrating
  2. adapting
  3. merging
  4. aligning
  5. harmonizing
  6. balancing
  7. connecting
  8. matching
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  • His professional trajectory exemplifies a holistic approach to service, integrating military experience, business strategy, and humanitarian principles.
    Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 5 Jan. 2025
  • Denver’s below-average offense (22nd in total yards per game) is integrating new pieces during the final weeks in the hopes of becoming more dynamic.
    Scott Phillips, The Athletic, 5 Jan. 2025
Definition of integrating
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  • His story emphasizes the importance of versatile tools in fostering creativity and adapting to ever-evolving demands.
    Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • The key to standing out lies in adapting to the rapid evolution of digital platforms.
    Tony Pec, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of adapting
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  • With the first season deemed successful and warmly received, the prospect of merging these two racing entities has become a possibility.
    Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 26 Dec. 2024
  • Kyle Larson discussed the prospects of High Limit Racing merging with the World of Outlaws.
    Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 26 Dec. 2024
Definition of merging
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  • From simplifying complex ideas and boosting engagement to aligning teams and fostering innovation, visual thinking unlocks the potential for clarity, efficiency and creativity.
    Nora Herting, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
  • Technology, then, can help deliver on the VBC promise, bringing up healthcare quality and aligning every decision with the patient's long-term well-being.
    Zameer Rizvi, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025
Definition of aligning
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  • Big Star itself has become a readymade part of rock’s usable past—but only as a caricature, a band harmonizing on nostalgic love songs.
    Mitch Therieau, The New Yorker, 27 Dec. 2024
  • Emphasizing empathy and fostering transparent communication is crucial to harmonizing well-being with productivity.
    Forbes, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of harmonizing
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  • At the same time, record global temperatures and California’s aggressive regulatory actions served as stark reminders of the urgency of balancing energy growth with sustainability.
    Robert Rapier, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • By balancing autonomy with unified oversight, franchise owners can effectively manage diverse brands, maximizing profitability and sustaining growth across various sectors.
    Gigi Schweikert, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of balancing
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  • By connecting features like billing, single sign-on and data synchronization, these partnerships can deliver a unified experience to the end user.
    Joshua Siler, Forbes, 8 Jan. 2025
  • This serves as the connecting point between two sides of the barracks that lead Tóth to Erzsébet.
    Bill Desowitz, IndieWire, 8 Jan. 2025
Definition of connecting
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  • For the ultimate in coziness, team these beige wide-leg pants with the matching Stealth Knit Cardigan from the label, along with Leset’s Romy Mule.
    Felicity Carter, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
  • But one address matching the profile just listed with ties to the founder of the National Press Club, one of the world’s leading professional organizations for journalists.
    Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 31 Dec. 2024
Definition of matching
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