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Recent Examples of consonant That’s not really consonant with a sustainable civilization. Gemma Tarlach, Discover Magazine, 27 Aug. 2013 They were consonant with the goals of No Child Left Behind (NCLB), a bipartisan piece of federal legislation supported by both Republican Speaker of the House John Boehner and Democratic stalwart Sen. Ted Kennedy. Gary Marvin Davison, Star Tribune, 17 Feb. 2021 The left hand oscillates bare, somber chords, while the right hand interrupts above with the twittering of birdsong, an eerie effect which ultimately resolves with right and left hands together in full consonant harmonies. Christian Hertzog, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Jan. 2023 These would then subside into subdued textures marked by consonant harmonies. Dallas News, 23 Feb. 2022 See all Example Sentences for consonant 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for consonant
Adjective
  • Small, consistent efforts will help as self-doubt shrinks and self-confidence expands.
    Vicki Salemi, Boston Herald, 9 Feb. 2025
  • But the song’s impact was so immediate and undeniable, based on its more than one billion streams and consistent chart placement, that even the Grammys, music outlets and celebrities who have previously been friendly with Drake celebrated it.
    Scottie Andrew, CNN, 9 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • The capital city's mélange of modern and medieval architecture, stunning symmetrical gardens, and vibrant café terraces add to its romantic allure — and that's all part of what makes Paris a city designed for strolling.
    Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 22 Jan. 2025
  • The first impression of the castle building is its solemnity: oat gray, sturdy, symmetrical.
    Ann Abel, Forbes, 20 Jan. 2025
Adjective
  • Owning a movie theater was a lifelong dream for Floyd, who notes that a commitment to supporting independent film is not always compatible with the need to turn a profit.
    Cory Stillman, IndieWire, 10 Feb. 2025
  • This flash drive is compatible with most modern smart devices, so backing up your files from your phone or transferring a project between your computer and tablet is a breeze.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 10 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • They are imaginatively crafted, showing particular invention in their harmonic writing.
    Alex Ross, The New Yorker, 3 Feb. 2025
  • Nine decades later, the French astronomer and mathematician Pierre-Simon Laplace suggested that the tides could be represented as harmonic oscillations.
    IEEE Spectrum, IEEE Spectrum, 2 June 2024
Adjective
  • Buyers will benefit from increasing inventories, suggesting a more balanced market, but demand continues to outstrip supply, so sellers will still have the advantage, Young said.
    Ruth Thompson, USA TODAY, 16 Feb. 2025
  • All-purpose fertilizers for evergreens Products labeled specifically for hollies, azaleas, and evergreen shrubs are low in nitrogen and have a balanced NPK ratio (4-3-4).
    Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 15 Feb. 2025
Adjective
  • Among the standout pieces in the second H&M spring 2025 limited-edition Ramadan collection, semi-shiny satins, jacquards and hammered fabrics add an elegant and luxurious touch.
    Julia Teti, WWD, 18 Feb. 2025
  • Its classic trim with elegant details on each door can dress up a modern interior or pair with traditional decor to elevate any space.
    Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 18 Feb. 2025

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“Consonant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consonant. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.

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