Tally with Meaning in English
expression
Definition
If something tallies with something else, it matches, agrees with, or is consistent with it, especially when comparing facts, numbers, or information.
Usage & Nuances
A formal expression, mainly used in written or professional English. Common in reports or discussions about data, evidence, or accounts. Don't confuse with 'add up to' (total) or 'agree with' (opinion). Usually takes the structure: 'X tallies with Y'.
Example Sentences
Her story tallies with the facts we have.
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The numbers on this report don't tally with last month’s results.
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Does your calculation tally with mine?
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What she said really tallies with what we saw earlier.
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Their records don’t tally with ours, so something must be wrong.
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Check if all these figures tally with the earlier report before we send it.
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