in unison

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Synonyms of in unison

: in perfect agreement : so as to harmonize exactly

a class reciting in unison

: at the same time : simultaneously

The congregation rose in unison.

: together so as to achieve something

Local residents and police are working in unison to make the park safer.

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Then came a wave of cheers, gasps and laughter as roughly 2,500 people took their shots nearly in unison. — Eva Remijan-Toba, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026 Unlike existing luxury setups, the doors open in unison to reveal a completely open cabin space without a central B-pillar obstructing entry. — New Atlas, 30 Aug. 2026 The packed crowd danced in unison with the song’s signature moves. — Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 30 Aug. 2026 After throwing a 96-mph fastball for a ball, Gleyber Torres hit Skubal's second pitch to center for a double and the crowd roared in unison. — ABC News, 28 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for in unison

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1604, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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