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
To Hagar, the dream wasn’t merely an amalgamation of Eddie Van Halen memories seeping out of his subconsciousness.
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Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 24 Apr. 2025
Taliesin is an amalgamation of Wright’s ideas, life events, and quirks.
—Chloe Arrojado, AFAR Media, 15 Apr. 2025
And This is 40 captures such an amalgamation perfectly.
—Travis Bean, Forbes.com, 18 Apr. 2025
This terrifying amalgamation of Sue and Elisabeth takes the stage at the New Year's Eve show, where it is ridiculed by the audience.
—Samantha Stutsman, People.com, 3 Mar. 2025
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Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 24 Apr. 2025
Taliesin is an amalgamation of Wright’s ideas, life events, and quirks.
—Chloe Arrojado, AFAR Media, 15 Apr. 2025
And This is 40 captures such an amalgamation perfectly.
—Travis Bean, Forbes.com, 18 Apr. 2025
This terrifying amalgamation of Sue and Elisabeth takes the stage at the New Year's Eve show, where it is ridiculed by the audience.
—Samantha Stutsman, People.com, 3 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for amalgamation
Noun
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The timing of Bieber’s misbehavior and Diddy’s legal troubles felt serendipitous: Perhaps what Bieber was experiencing was some amalgam of rage or betrayal or sadness.—
Fran Hoepfner,
Vulture,
16 May 2025
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Over time, Hawaii’s diverse communities have evolved homespun amalgams of favorite dishes handed down from generation to generation, creating a foodie nirvana.—
Ben Davidson,
Mercury News,
1 May 2025
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The result is a palpable mixture of Hollywood and British sensibilities, alternately brash and cozy-quirky, with the joins sometimes awkwardly felt.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
6 June 2025
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Add the flour mixture to the sugar-egg mixture and fold in with a wooden spoon until no visible flour streaks remain—do not overmix.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
6 June 2025
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Keenum enters the mix with a long list of NFL experiences.—
Sean Hammond,
Chicago Tribune,
2 June 2025
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Daniel Kaluuya is perhaps the only Black leading man who rivals Jordan’s mix of critical acclaim and box-office success.—
Zak Cheney-Rice,
Vulture,
2 June 2025
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It’s named for the maritime heritage that inspired the blend, symbolizing the journey of whisky casks across the seas.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
3 June 2025
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Its ultra-fine mist ensures a streak-free application, while the blend of skin-loving ingredients provides hydration and nourishment.—
Jenny Berg,
Vogue,
2 June 2025
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The cordless tool works to create fresh curls and waves, with flexing manganese copper alloy plates to help shape hair.—
Náosha Gregg,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2025
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Made from a thin sheet of copper alloy, the artifact depicts a North African hunting scene.—
Ashley Strickland,
CNN Money,
25 May 2025
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But with the combination of the shifting music landscape and their exploring new sounds, their popularity seemed on the wane.—
Stuart Miller,
Los Angeles Times,
2 June 2025
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The poll was conducted by SSRS online or by phone from May 5-26 among 2,539 adults across the country using a combination of online and telephone interviews.—
James Powel,
USA Today,
1 June 2025
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There’s a new restaurant serving Japanese-Latin fusion in Wynwood.—
Connie Ogle,
Miami Herald,
5 June 2025
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Other areas of science at the DOE, such as high-energy physics, fusion, and biology, receive relatively minor cuts that are largely in line with administration priorities like fossil and nuclear energy, which also face cuts.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
4 June 2025
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The dye synthesis technology produces natural shades from waste fleeces—a residue that is usually discarded by farmers and not used for any other applications.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
28 May 2025
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In chemical engineering experiments involving the synthesis of new compounds or the optimization of chemical processes, vast amounts of data must be analyzed quickly and accurately.—
Han Hendriks,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2025
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“Amalgamation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amalgamation. Accessed 10 Jun. 2025.
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