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Meaning of the word correspond in English

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correspond

US /ˌkɔːr.əˈspɑːnd/
UK /ˌkɒr.ɪˈspɒnd/
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Verb

1.

to be in agreement or conformity; match or harmonize

Example:
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The results of the experiment correspond with our predictions.
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His actions do not always correspond with his words.
Synonym:
agree match accord tally coincide conform harmonize square jibe fit
2.

to communicate by exchanging letters or emails

Example:
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They have been corresponding for years.
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I need to correspond with the client about the project details.
Synonym:
communicate write exchange letters keep in touch be in contact
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corresponding correspondence correspondent