amalgamating

verb

present participle of amalgamate
as in combining
to turn into a single mass or entity that is more or less the same throughout silver amalgamated with mercury is used for tooth fillings

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Recent Examples of amalgamating To Coimbra, some key questions involved amalgamating real-life characters into fictionalized ones while still honoring victims and survivors, as well as faithfully recreating the look and feel of the time. — Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 6 Apr. 2026 By amalgamating these museological devices into the artwork, Aram directly upsets the threefold impulse to pierce form with meaning, to arrest color with identity, and to neutralize bodies with limits. — Julian Stern, Artforum, 24 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for amalgamating
  1. combining
  2. mixing
  3. merging
  4. integrating
  5. blending
  6. incorporating
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  • Karl Mayer’s new Textile Innovation Center in Obertshausen, Germany, is designed around that idea, combining textile development, testing and training under one roof.
    — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 2 July 2026
  • The advantage of combining the antibodies became clear when the viruses were repeatedly exposed to treatment.
    — William A. Haseltine, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
Definition of combining
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  • For seven seasons, a hodgepodge crew mixing Starfleet and the rebellious Maquis put aside their differences after they got zapped 70,000 lightyears away from Earth, deep into the uncharted Delta Quadrant.
    — Jordan Hoffman, Entertainment Weekly, 4 July 2026
  • Always avoid mixing bleach with vinegar, ammonia, or other cleaning products, as this can create dangerous fumes, Glazer says.
    — Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 4 July 2026
Definition of mixing
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  • Toeing the line between a balloon, barrel, and cargo style, the Old Navy Utility Pants are a masterclass in merging trends.
    — Irene Richardson, InStyle, 8 July 2026
  • Nonetheless, none of the major Hollywood studios are likely to be buyers — after all, two of them are currently merging.
    — Samantha Masunaga, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026
Definition of merging
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  • This plan, spearheaded by the Mohammed VI Academy and coach Nasser Larguet, modernized Moroccan football by integrating European methodologies with a national identity.
    — Chris Evans, Forbes.com, 9 July 2026
  • Local luxury labels have been somewhat subtler, eschewing obvious iconography while integrating Chinese philosophies into their branding.
    — CNN Money, CNN Money, 8 July 2026
Definition of integrating
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  • The true luxury lies in its unmatched convenience at a semi-affordable price point, blending the effortless nature of private aviation with the accessibility of commercial travel.
    — Annie Archer, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026
  • Producers are increasingly using cottonization, blending and advanced processing methods to improve performance, but Fibral makes clear the category is still evolving operationally as much as commercially.
    — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 7 July 2026
Definition of blending
Verb
  • Organizing Elements To really put your mudroom over the top, consider incorporating features that help make organizing your home easier.
    — Michelle Mastro, The Spruce, 4 July 2026
  • To minimize risks during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) advises incorporating frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned areas.
    — NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 4 July 2026
Definition of incorporating

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