as in discord
a lack of agreement or harmony
a period of disharmony between the two groups
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Recent Examples of disharmony
That reflects the department itself, which exuded disharmony from the beginning of the season.
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Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, The Athletic, 23 Jan. 2025
After signing a seven-year, $161 million free agent contract in December 2008, Sabathia’s penchant for leadership and camaraderie was exactly what the Yankees needed at a time of great concern regarding disharmony in the ball club’s chemistry.
—Wayne G. McDonnell, Jr., Forbes, 20 Jan. 2025
Amid a troubling spell of injuries and a cacophony of speculation about disharmony in their dressing room, the Vancouver Canucks have won just four games in a month.
—Chris Johnston, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
There have been reports in the Indian media on disharmony within the India team throughout the series, unsurprising given the team straddles different generations, and surely fracturing further amid having lost six of their last eight Tests.
—Tristan Lavalette, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
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Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, The Athletic, 23 Jan. 2025
After signing a seven-year, $161 million free agent contract in December 2008, Sabathia’s penchant for leadership and camaraderie was exactly what the Yankees needed at a time of great concern regarding disharmony in the ball club’s chemistry.
—Wayne G. McDonnell, Jr., Forbes, 20 Jan. 2025
Amid a troubling spell of injuries and a cacophony of speculation about disharmony in their dressing room, the Vancouver Canucks have won just four games in a month.
—Chris Johnston, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
There have been reports in the Indian media on disharmony within the India team throughout the series, unsurprising given the team straddles different generations, and surely fracturing further amid having lost six of their last eight Tests.
—Tristan Lavalette, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for disharmony
Noun
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The key is discerning between those who are willing to grow and those who choose to sow discord.—
Jennifer C. Wolfe,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2025
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The remarks were filled with provocations and intended to sow discord.—
John Feng,
MSNBC Newsweek,
26 June 2025
Noun
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The song has also regained popularity during times of national strife or tragedy, including during the Gulf War and in the aftermath of the 9/11 attacks.—
Ashley Hume , Larry Fink,
FOXNews.com,
4 July 2025
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The astronauts, when first leaving earth, looked back on their home planet from outer space and saw, in the darkness, a beautiful and vulnerable globe, so small and blue and fragile, undivided by borders or political strife.—
Laurie Sheck
July 2,
Literary Hub,
2 July 2025
Noun
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The common thread is technology that removes friction, creates visibility and adapts to changing needs.—
Alaa Pasha,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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For sure, this can prove too sanguine and perhaps there will be unanticipated economic friction ahead.—
Michael Santoli,
CNBC,
12 July 2025
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Many of the tunes including sprawling intros and jam sessions, all melded together with discordance, reverb and instrumental solos.—
Audrey Gibbs,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
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Luckily, director Kate Dumoulin helps smooth over much of the discordance.—
Matthew J. Palm,
The Orlando Sentinel,
3 June 2025
Noun
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There have been conflicts between rideshare drivers and taxis in the past, so consider sticking with a reputable taxi or car service, However, the more adventurous can rent a car to explore nearby cenotes, ruins, and regional highlights.—
Carley Rojas Avila,
Travel + Leisure,
12 July 2025
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The deportations – part of a program Iran announced in March – have radically increased in pace since the 12-day conflict with Israel, fueled by unsubstantiated claims that Afghans had spied for Israel prior to and during the attacks.—
Nick Paton Walsh,
CNN Money,
11 July 2025
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Enter: a major schism in the relationship, just at the moment that both mother and daughter should be cherishing every moment together.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
10 June 2025
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The decision to visit all three leading Arab Gulf powers and not just Saudi Arabia seems designed to prevent a schism.—
Marc Lynch,
Foreign Affairs,
12 May 2025
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Throughout history, technological advantages have altered the course of wars, sometimes suddenly.—
Dexter Filkins,
New Yorker,
14 July 2025
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The president said on Monday that the U.S. will impose 100% tariffs on countries that engage in trade with Russia if there is no peace deal to end the war in Ukraine within 50 days.—
Alain Sherter,
CBS News,
14 July 2025
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“Disharmony.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/disharmony. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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