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in agreement or harmony with someone or something
The two parties were at one on the terms of the contract.
The two parties agreed on the contract terms.
She and her brother were at one about how to handle their father's will.
She and her brother agreed on how to manage their father's will.
Commonly used in formal or written contexts to indicate mutual agreement.
Use 'at one' in formal settings or written communication to indicate agreement between parties. Avoid using it in casual speech.
This phrase is best suited for formal or written contexts where agreement is being documented or emphasized.
The phrase 'at one' originates from the idea of being in a state of unity or agreement, derived from the Old English 'ān' (one). It has been used in English since the 16th century to describe a shared understanding or harmony.
This phrase is typically used in formal or written English to describe agreement between people or groups. It is not commonly used in casual conversation.