alloys

noun

plural of alloy
as in mixtures
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 alloys Despite these limitations, the study indeed offers a more systematic route for exploring complex alloys and designing new quantum materials. — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 4 Oct. 2026 Chloride ions readily attack many alloys, while components around the oxygen-producing anode side are simultaneously subject to strongly oxidizing electrochemical potentials. — New Atlas, 3 Sep. 2026 Elastocaloric cooling systems exploit shape-memory alloys, which heat up when a mechanical load is applied and cool down when that load is released. — ArsTechnica, 1 Sep. 2026 The study said the object, which left a greenish discoloration on her palate, was unlikely to be a coin, as the proportions of copper to gold did not correspond to those found in historical alloys. — Katie Hunt, CNN Money, 21 Aug. 2026 These exotic forms of metal alloys are not as regular as crystals, but not amorphous like glass, which gives them unusual properties. — Natalie Wolchover, Quanta Magazine, 10 Aug. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for alloys
  1. mixtures
  2. amalgams
  3. blends
  4. mixes
  5. amalgamations
  6. composites
  7. combinations
Noun
  • At the cold-hold unit, tomato mixtures temped at 50 degrees for approximately one hour.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 12 Oct. 2026
  • The team experimented with various mixtures of sand and glue, the latter made from gelatin and yeast.
    — ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of mixtures
Noun
  • Most of the characters are amalgams of people who knew and worked with Bourdain, who died by suicide in 2018 at age 61.
    — Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2026
  • The Amsterdam Polaroids extended Ghirri’s penchant for quotidian surrealism with some strenuous amalgams.
    — James Quandt, Artforum, 2 June 2026
Definition of amalgams
Noun
  • The 65-minute show at the Wallis, which moves to South Coast Repertory on Thursday, blends cabaret, memoir and comedy, with songs about motherhood and perimenopause.
    — Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 6 Oct. 2026
  • As more studios offer scent as a line item in a design proposal, expect pricing to formalize and expect bespoke room blends to appear alongside paint decks and fabric swatches.
    — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of blends
Noun
  • What’s more, the mixes can be used straight from the envelope as a dry rub for meat, as a base for dips, or even as a popcorn seasoning.
    — Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Oct. 2026
  • Fans know particular mixes and particular records from clubs, journeys, relationships and periods of their lives.
    — SPIN Staff, SPIN, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of mixes
Noun
  • But in fact, fluids are amalgamations of molecules and atoms.
    — Charlie Wood, Quanta Magazine, 17 Aug. 2026
  • Now you’ll be met with automotive amalgamations like the BMW X6 and the many rivals that have cropped up in the past decade.
    — Matt Degen, AJC.com, 12 June 2026
Definition of amalgamations
Noun
  • Hypersonics need more capacity Carbon-carbon composites can survive environments that push conventional aerospace materials to their limits.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 29 Sep. 2026
  • For example, standard plastics, composites, sealants, and lubricants manufactured on Earth will release trapped gases and volatile compounds, and rapidly degrade in Mars' near-vacuum.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 26 Sep. 2026
Definition of composites
Noun
  • The choices are housed in the Atelier Vivier MTO cabinet, a silver console containing the available materials and hardware, while a digital component allows clients to visualize combinations before production begins.
    — Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026
  • Even some of the most traditional powers that the sport has to offer have busted out some new uniform combinations to get their fans excited (think Georgia's all-white threads and matching white helmet).
    — Austin Perry OutKick, FOXNews.com, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of combinations

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“Alloys.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alloys. Accessed 14 Oct. 2026.

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