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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
Both teams were harmonious units and blessed by character as well as skill.
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David Remnick,
New Yorker,
14 June 2026
The focus was on honesty in materials and construction, simple forms, and harmonious indoor-outdoor spaces, with plenty of room left over for personal flourishes that reflected the spirit of the site and lifestyle of the young family, including their 5-year-old daughter, Stevie.
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Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
9 June 2026
To grant a variance, the board has to determine that the project is harmonious with the existing village character, that the conditions for the variance are unique to the property and that imposing the strict letter of the code creates an obstacle to the owner.
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Karen Billing,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 June 2026
This harmonious sanctuary features an elegant and meaningful landscape that honor nature and the people in it.
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Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
6 June 2026
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David Remnick,
New Yorker,
14 June 2026
The focus was on honesty in materials and construction, simple forms, and harmonious indoor-outdoor spaces, with plenty of room left over for personal flourishes that reflected the spirit of the site and lifestyle of the young family, including their 5-year-old daughter, Stevie.
—
Wendy Bowman,
Robb Report,
9 June 2026
To grant a variance, the board has to determine that the project is harmonious with the existing village character, that the conditions for the variance are unique to the property and that imposing the strict letter of the code creates an obstacle to the owner.
—
Karen Billing,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 June 2026
This harmonious sanctuary features an elegant and meaningful landscape that honor nature and the people in it.
—
Staff Report,
Hartford Courant,
6 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for harmonious
Recent Examples of Synonyms for harmonious
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The German and Austrian symphonic and operatic music of the 1930s happens to be the root of the Hollywood soundtrack, created by composers such as Erich Korngold, who fled the Nazis.
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The evening culminates with the electrifying Concerto for Hammond Organ by Brian Raphael Nabors, who takes the stage as soloist in this work that's a thrilling fusion of gospel, jazz and symphonic sound.
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Whether lifting a heavy backpack, carrying grocery bags or holding a baseball bat, the middle and ring fingers help keep your grip steady and balanced.
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Pasta salad and potato salad both consist of carbohydrates tossed with dressing and vegetables that can fit into a balanced eating plan without triggering unhealthy blood sugar spikes.
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This 12-jurist body oversees the activities of Iran’s parliament, determining if laws passed are compatible with sharia and can demand that legislation be revised.
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The underlying package also remains compatible with the upcoming PCIe Gen6 specification, allowing future products to adopt faster interfaces without requiring an entirely new storage design.
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Instead, the models showed clear, consistent bias, subtly steering users toward some faiths and away from others.
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Ficus plants need bright, consistent light, but acclimate them gradually to avoid leaf burn.
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Veteran creatives who helped launch the musical reunite on tour, describing the show’s glittering escapism as a balm for audiences in anxious, overwhelming times.
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One honors African women as the inventors of beer, another celebrates the Jazz District through the historic castle at 18th and Vine, while a third highlights hip-hop as the next chapter in the neighborhood’s musical history.
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This is partly because EU countries and those in the Schengen area operate on a symmetric visa basis, allowing open travel among themselves.
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Anderson’s symmetrical framing and exaggerated colors showcase his trademark precision.
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The defeat comes on the heels of unanimous support, including a 60-0 vote in favor on the Assembly Floor on May 7.
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The board’s near-unanimous endorsement of Bell was also a stunning outcome for an acrimonious hiring process that drew scrutiny from high-ranking GOP officials all the way up to the White House.
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But recent research found that members of the Tsimane’, a native Amazonian society in Bolivia, rate consonant and dissonant chords as equally pleasurable.
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The method of literacy instruction is often associated with smaller letter sounds, like consonant blends or syllables.
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“Harmonious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/harmonious. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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