as in mixture
a distinct entity formed by the combining of two or more different things
an admixture of rose petals and lavender for a fragrant potpourri
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Recent Examples of admixture
The idea of genetic admixture flips the script, however, showing that human origins are much more complex than previously thought.
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Jack Knudson, Discover Magazine, 18 Mar. 2025
The result is a unique admixture—historical horror paired with a rich meditation on the impossibility of portraying it—that only Panh could make.
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 30 Jan. 2025
Identity politics with an admixture of cop-love is a winning formula in this country’s bluest cities—even the one that reelected Larry Krasner in 2021.
—Yiyun Li, Harper's Magazine, 23 Oct. 2024
So too is the complex admixture of tones that, by the end of the evening, results in laughs that stick in the throat.
—Daniel D'addario, Variety, 2 Oct. 2024
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Jack Knudson, Discover Magazine, 18 Mar. 2025
The result is a unique admixture—historical horror paired with a rich meditation on the impossibility of portraying it—that only Panh could make.
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 30 Jan. 2025
Identity politics with an admixture of cop-love is a winning formula in this country’s bluest cities—even the one that reelected Larry Krasner in 2021.
—Yiyun Li, Harper's Magazine, 23 Oct. 2024
So too is the complex admixture of tones that, by the end of the evening, results in laughs that stick in the throat.
—Daniel D'addario, Variety, 2 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for admixture
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Vandal Palma, takes an international approach to its menu, resulting in creative mixtures like a ceviche in a crisp, edible cone with coconut foam inspired by Thai and Peruvian flavors (€7).—
Emilio Parra Doiztua,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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Toss everything together in the cooker and cook on LOW until the mixture is bubbly, 2 to 3 hours.—
Ann Taylor Pittman,
Southern Living,
15 Oct. 2025
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Jays starter Shane Bieber, who was tagged with a two-run Julio Rodríguez homer in the first, adjusted, going six strong innings with a steady mix of off-speed stuff.—
Mitch Bannon,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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And of course, Lorelai’s outerwear brings her signature mix of fun and femininity to every look.—
Toni Sutton,
PEOPLE,
15 Oct. 2025
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That blend has endeared Weiss to readers and power players in Los Angeles, where her friendship with A-List celebrities and media moguls has been well documented.—
Max Tani,
semafor.com,
13 Oct. 2025
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According to the release, the new Dark Roux Gumbo Base combines the perfect blend of seasonings, spices, and aromatics to give consumers a robust, savory gumbo without the time or complexity of making a roux from scratch.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
12 Oct. 2025
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This work, like the word ‘amalgam’ in the title, just brings it all together.—
Duante Beddingfield,
Freep.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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Between TikTok influencer turned pop star Addison Rae, young country superstar Megan Moroney, country-pop-hip-hop amalgam Jessie Murph and southern songwriter Ella Langley, Columbia has arguably the most potential nominees for this year’s best new artist race.—
Ethan Millman,
HollywoodReporter,
1 Oct. 2025
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The 2007 variant was available in one color, GT Silver Metallic, with one interior option, Carrera Red leather, and came with 19-inch SportDesign alloy wheels.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
16 Oct. 2025
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To overcome this limitation, the researchers turned to tin, a metal known to form high-capacity Na–Sn alloys capable of storing nearly three times more charge.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Oct. 2025
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Designed with an amalgamation of pure engineering and engineered for theatrical performance, the bridge literally breathes fire and water.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Oct. 2025
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Haint is an amalgamation of a lot of things that keep me up at night.—
Destiny Jackson,
Deadline,
12 Sep. 2025
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Guest rooms are a chic combination of old world charm and modern luxury, with generously sized marble bathrooms with heated floors and rain showers.—
Sophie Friedman,
AFAR Media,
18 Oct. 2025
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This combination turns awareness into accountable implementation.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
18 Oct. 2025
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“Admixture.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/admixture. Accessed 19 Oct. 2025.
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