as in mixture
a distinct entity formed by the combining of two or more different things
brass is an alloy, consisting of copper and zinc
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Recent Examples of alloy
The shaft is made from lightweight aluminum alloy for agility and control.
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Bestreviews, Mercury News, 6 Apr. 2026
According to the team, the new alloy is both strong and flexible thanks to thin nano-particles inside its structure.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 5 Apr. 2026
Speaking of which, this sunroom is waterproof and windproof, thanks to its sturdy aluminum alloy frame.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 4 Apr. 2026
Even the 19-inch alloy wheels seem to signal that this Prius means business.
—Sponsored Content, Denver Post, 4 Apr. 2026
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Bestreviews, Mercury News, 6 Apr. 2026
According to the team, the new alloy is both strong and flexible thanks to thin nano-particles inside its structure.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 5 Apr. 2026
Speaking of which, this sunroom is waterproof and windproof, thanks to its sturdy aluminum alloy frame.
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 4 Apr. 2026
Even the 19-inch alloy wheels seem to signal that this Prius means business.
—Sponsored Content, Denver Post, 4 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for alloy
Noun
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Transfer green bean mixture to a large plate.—
Nina Moskowitz,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
22 Apr. 2026
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He is widely known for pioneering large-scale analysis of ancient human genomes and for showing how population mixture shaped human history.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
21 Apr. 2026
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An online amalgam of conspicuous consumption, natural wonders, and manmade spectacles — like the world’s tallest tower, Abu Dhabi’s Grand Mosque, and even, yes, the vivid green of Dubai Chocolate — has propelled the emirates to superlative measures of tourism and consumer behavior.—
Kelsey Warner,
semafor.com,
13 Apr. 2026
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And Our Faces, My Heart, Brief as Photos, an unclassifiable amalgam of essay, memoir, and devotional that’s been catching my breath on every other page.—
James Folta,
Literary Hub,
10 Apr. 2026
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It’s made from a blend of polyester and spandex, which results in a feather-light weight and a slightly stretchy silhouette to flatter your figure.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
21 Apr. 2026
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As for the inside, it’s lined with a cotton blend so items like sunglasses or compacts won’t get scratched on a rough surface.—
Shea Simmons,
PEOPLE,
20 Apr. 2026
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Chase, meanwhile, gives Melissa a winning mix of exasperation and heart, making her emotional journey feel earned even amid the absurdity.—
Dave Quinn,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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Choose a blueberry muffin mix, then top with additional fresh berries for a bright and refreshing way to wake up.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
20 Apr. 2026
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Bass is an amalgamation of electronic music, featuring stylings such as dubstep and trap.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
26 Mar. 2026
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Bass is an amalgamation of electronic music, featuring stylings such as dubstep and trap.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 Mar. 2026
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Diamond-copper composite Researchers at the Ningbo Institute of Industrial Technology of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) developed a diamond-copper composite material and deployed it on an AI computing node in Zhengzhou, Henan province.—
Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
17 Apr. 2026
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Instead, all three major indexes — the S&P 500, Nasdaq composite and Dow Jones industrial average — erased their declines and closed higher yesterday.—
Elizabeth Robinson,
NBC news,
14 Apr. 2026
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The combination of a shaky bullpen and even worse infield defense harmed the Twins multiple times during the team’s current four-game losing streak.—
Dan Hayes,
New York Times,
20 Apr. 2026
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The cotton underside is just insulating enough to work on your bed year-round, while the linen’s airflow lets heat escape for a naturally temperature-regulating combination.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
19 Apr. 2026
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From fusion tapas restaurants to a minor league baseball team, Dunedin has plenty of delightful tricks up its sleeve.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
20 Apr. 2026
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As their interior temperatures rise, proton-deuterium fusion begins.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
20 Apr. 2026
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“Alloy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alloy. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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