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 video itself is an amalgamation of uninspired and cringe-inducing AI slop.
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Victor Tangermann, Futurism, 11 Mar. 2026
This awkward amalgamation can lead to anxiety.
—Literary Hub, 24 Feb. 2026
The final project aims to blend elements from space sims, first-person shooters, MMOs, and more into a massive amalgamation set in a huge, persistent universe.
—Alan Bradley, Space.com, 31 Jan. 2026
From an instrumental aspect much of the songwriting sounds like an amalgamation of the band’s 90s era.
—Quentin Thane Singer, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
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Victor Tangermann, Futurism, 11 Mar. 2026
This awkward amalgamation can lead to anxiety.
—Literary Hub, 24 Feb. 2026
The final project aims to blend elements from space sims, first-person shooters, MMOs, and more into a massive amalgamation set in a huge, persistent universe.
—Alan Bradley, Space.com, 31 Jan. 2026
From an instrumental aspect much of the songwriting sounds like an amalgamation of the band’s 90s era.
—Quentin Thane Singer, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for amalgamation
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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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Lab testing indicated the swab was found to contain a mixture of three DNA profiles, which police believe came from Federline, Eve and an unknown individual, the warrant affidavit said.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
14 Apr. 2026
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This mixture is safe for pets and kids in small amounts but the sugar may also attract ants, so monitor its use closely.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
14 Apr. 2026
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The Sabres were in the mix for the top spot in the Eastern Conference before Carolina secured the position by earning a point in a shootout loss at Philadelphia.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
14 Apr. 2026
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These songs evince the mix of pop virtuosity and indie sleaze that would eventually make Larsson a cult artist, part of the lineage of straight white girls who are embraced as guardian angels for the gay club scene.—
Doreen St. Félix,
New Yorker,
13 Apr. 2026
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Jamie’s blends retail with a casual bistro atmosphere.—
Chris Malloy,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
14 Apr. 2026
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Crafted with better-for-you ingredients, Javvy's Instant Protein Coffee blend and viral Coffee Concentrate deliver guilt-free indulgence, offering craveable flavors without compromise.—
Tory Johnson,
ABC News,
13 Apr. 2026
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An eight-speed automatic transmission and intelligent all-wheel drive put the power down through alloy wheels and electronic air suspension.—
John Scott Lewinski,
Robb Report,
8 Apr. 2026
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New aluminum alloys were created for several components, including new pistons, and the adoption of titanium over steel led to a 40% reduction in rotating mass.—
Jerry Perez,
The Drive,
8 Apr. 2026
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Its combination of inventiveness and mundanity reminds him of the early films of the Lumière brothers, who paved the way for modern cinema with their invention of the cinematograph.—
Rebecca Mead,
New Yorker,
13 Apr. 2026
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The 5-foot-9 ball handler was arguably the best point of attack defender in the country this season, using her combination of length, quickness and tenacity to earn all-SEC defensive first-team honors.—
Nathan Canilao,
Mercury News,
12 Apr. 2026
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Starring Christian Bale as Patrick Bateman, a yuppie investment banker whose only real passions are consumerism, dining out, and committing murder, this black comedy and horror fusion satirizes the mass-consumption and performative lifestyle that was a hallmark of the 1980s culture and economy.—
Debby Wolfinsohn,
Entertainment Weekly,
13 Apr. 2026
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El Ranchero in Yuba City, which is no longer around, served a mix, and sometimes fusion, of Indian and Mexican dishes.—
Jake Goodrick,
Sacbee.com,
13 Apr. 2026
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Mazin Gilbert was a pioneer in speech recognition and speech synthesis, garnering over 200 patents.—
Thomas C. Zambito,
USA Today,
15 Apr. 2026
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Beyond muscles themselves, collagen synthesis depends heavily on protein intake.—
William Jones,
Ascend Agency,
13 Apr. 2026
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“Amalgamation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amalgamation. Accessed 16 Apr. 2026.
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