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In grammar, the selection of the form of a word so that the parts of a sentence agree in number, case, and gender. The agreement (or concord) of a verb with a noun is especially important, for example a verb, such as to be, will change form (I am/he is/they are). A determiner also has to agree with its noun, as in much traffic, many cars).
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THE LION, the Fox and the Ass entered into an agreement to assist each other in the chase.
Fables by Aesop View in context
Thus he has clearly shown that he acknowledged the agreement, which he cannot now break without dishonour to himself and danger to his friends.
Crito by Plato View in context
For an hour or two I was even staggered in my resolution of marrying him, and though this was too idle and nonsensical an idea to remain long on my mind, I do not feel very eager for the conclusion of my marriage, nor look forward with much impatience to the time when Reginald, according to our agreement, is to be in town.
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