as in amalgam
a distinct entity formed by the combining of two or more different things
an amalgamation of peat moss and vermiculite is a good medium for starting vegetable seedlings
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Recent Examples of amalgamation
The long gray building appears to be an amalgamation of a house and a cafe, back to back.
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Arkansas Online, 24 May 2025
Prospero is a vague amalgamation of America's Deep South, a setting that's very rarely explored and home to mythology that's explored even less.
—Lee Habeeb, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Apr. 2025
Once a ball is hit, what happens next will depend on an amalgamation of factors, including the ability of the fielders, how hard the wind is blowing and pure luck.
—Bruce Schoenfeld Robert Fass Tanya Pérez Brian St. Pierre, New York Times, 26 Mar. 2025
This amalgamation of features positions the PVS-14 as an exceptional choice for a variety of professional and recreational applications.
—Matt Morris, Space.com, 25 May 2025
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Arkansas Online, 24 May 2025
Prospero is a vague amalgamation of America's Deep South, a setting that's very rarely explored and home to mythology that's explored even less.
—Lee Habeeb, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Apr. 2025
Once a ball is hit, what happens next will depend on an amalgamation of factors, including the ability of the fielders, how hard the wind is blowing and pure luck.
—Bruce Schoenfeld Robert Fass Tanya Pérez Brian St. Pierre, New York Times, 26 Mar. 2025
This amalgamation of features positions the PVS-14 as an exceptional choice for a variety of professional and recreational applications.
—Matt Morris, Space.com, 25 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for amalgamation
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Lobel’s Original is located at 30 Rock at Rockefeller Center, which is an amalgam of restaurants, bars and take-out shops including Daily Provisions, Madras Dosa, Tipsy Baker and Ace’s Pizza.—
Gary Stern,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2025
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But Spielberg’s amalgam of Friday-night-appointment moviegoing, Saturday-matinee excitement, and Sunday-morning wooziness still feels like an apex predator unto itself.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
20 June 2025
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Within the hearts and faces of the Class of 2025 is a mixture of anticipation and apprehension — on the edge of a world that is, by turns, irreverent and weary, defiant and desperate for something more.—
F. Willis Johnson,
Twin Cities,
10 July 2025
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Note: if the mixture thickens more than desired over time, add a little water or beef broth.—
Robin Miller,
AZCentral.com,
10 July 2025
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So for us, the Little Rock Zoo was the perfect mix of audience and education.—
Harley Walls,
arkansasonline.com,
8 July 2025
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So many of my current favorite shoe trends, including kitten heels and extra-cushy sneakers, are in the mix and ready to punch up your next outfit.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
8 July 2025
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The result is a dynamic blend of heritage and local character that feels both fresh and iconic.—
Yola Robert,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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This effect is likely due to its soothing blend of natural butters and oils.—
Erin Bunch,
Glamour,
9 July 2025
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The reborn Mini also benefits from a suspension system tuned for modern comfort, upgraded brakes with vented and grooved 8.4-inch rotors, and a set of new alloy wheels designed by Callum.—
Alistair Charlton,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025
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Chrome molybdenum and chrome vanadium steels are both steel alloys that are used in high-end tools.—
Gabriel Morgan,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 June 2025
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For your outdoor space, add privacy and greenery with this planter box and trellis combination.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
8 July 2025
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Igor, 27, and 30-year-old Webster were limited by a combination of injuries and the pecking order to 10 and 11 league starts respectively last season out of a possible 38.—
Andy Naylor,
New York Times,
8 July 2025
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This fusion of deep domain knowledge and accessible AI enables SMBs to outperform larger firms that lack specialized insight, even with more tech resources.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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Designed to empower emerging talent, three fashion designers will be selected to create collections that honor the fusion of their Asian heritage with modern design.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
8 July 2025
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The speech synthesis part usually happened after the text was ready, which caused even more delay.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
29 June 2025
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The synthesis of these oppressions creates the conditions of our lives.—
Hazlitt,
Hazlitt,
11 June 2025
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“Amalgamation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amalgamation. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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