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
As President Trump pursues a striking rapprochement with Moscow, the company has emerged as an early test of whether American businesses that fled Russia early in the war will return.
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Anton Troianovski, New York Times, 12 Apr. 2025
Prior to signing the agreement with Damascus, Abdi had expressed openness to boosting SDF relations with Israel but the prospects of such a partnership have been faded in light of the rapprochement with Sharaa's administration.
—Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 12 Mar. 2025
Trump has steered the White House toward a rapprochement with the Kremlin, monitored with apprehension by most of the U.S.' allies and many domestic lawmakers.
—Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Apr. 2025
The European Union, where Airbus is based, remains staunchly opposed to any rapprochement with Russia.
—Anton Troianovski, New York Times, 12 Apr. 2025
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Anton Troianovski, New York Times, 12 Apr. 2025
Prior to signing the agreement with Damascus, Abdi had expressed openness to boosting SDF relations with Israel but the prospects of such a partnership have been faded in light of the rapprochement with Sharaa's administration.
—Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 12 Mar. 2025
Trump has steered the White House toward a rapprochement with the Kremlin, monitored with apprehension by most of the U.S.' allies and many domestic lawmakers.
—Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Apr. 2025
The European Union, where Airbus is based, remains staunchly opposed to any rapprochement with Russia.
—Anton Troianovski, New York Times, 12 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for rapprochement
Noun
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Kate Hudson and Mindy Kaling’s friendship began in classic Hollywood fashion: while being snubbed at an Oscar party.—
Kara Warner,
Los Angeles Times,
27 May 2025
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Here’s to the end of a wild ride—and the beginning of friendships and lessons that will last a lifetime.—
Jason Pham,
StyleCaster,
27 May 2025
Noun
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After the October 7 massacre, the Houthis in Yemen began attacking American naval vessels and conducting missile strikes on Israel in solidarity with Hamas.—
Daniel Byman,
The Atlantic,
24 May 2025
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Efforts like Van Jones’ Exodus coalition, which brings Black and Jewish leaders together to confront rising hate and promote mutual understanding, offer a blueprint for the kind of solidarity this moment demands.—
Jay Rosenzweig,
Time,
22 May 2025
Noun
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Beyond, two men in straw hats share a skiff, an image of blissful communion.—
James Meyer,
Artforum,
1 May 2025
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Courtesy of La Loma Lodge At dinner on the day before my communion with the universe, the chatter among our group (representing Canada, Brazil, the UK, three different time zones of the U.S., and Germany) had turned to the afternoon and full-day excursions that La Loma offers.—
Billie Cohen,
AFAR Media,
30 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Macchio and Chan do have a fun rapport in the training scenes, when their characters get Li into fighting shape but also playfully knock him around a bit.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
29 May 2025
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Meanwhile, French President Emmanuel Macron appears to have mastered the art of keeping a rapport with Trump while maintaining a macho-style resistance to some of his statements.—
Alexander Smith,
NBC news,
22 May 2025
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The Bandung spirit of solidarity, friendship, and cooperation has played a pivotal role in the unity and cooperation of the Global South countries, Mr. Li said.—
Nikiek Karmini,
Christian Science Monitor,
26 May 2025
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In its place was a spirit of unity and kindness, a solidarity born out of unspeakable tragedy.—
Leonard Greene,
New York Daily News,
25 May 2025
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“Rapprochement.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/rapprochement. Accessed 3 Jun. 2025.
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