as in mixtures
a distinct entity formed by the combining of two or more different things
a church that is an amalgam of traditional and modern architectural styles
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Recent Examples of amalgams
In November, signatories to the convention agreed to phase out the use of mercury-containing dental amalgams by the year 2034.
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ABC News, 15 Feb. 2026
Music unites the interconnecting stories in this saga and expands its passions, with a sumptuous score by composer Stephen Flaherty and lyricist Lynn Ahrens that taps into a wide range of American styles, idioms and amalgams, even as the second act turns more dissonant.
—Frank Rizzo, Variety, 17 Oct. 2025
The descriptions of songwriting, too, are amalgams of their creative processes.
—Katy Hershberger
august 26, Literary Hub, 26 Aug. 2025
ABC News, 15 Feb. 2026
Music unites the interconnecting stories in this saga and expands its passions, with a sumptuous score by composer Stephen Flaherty and lyricist Lynn Ahrens that taps into a wide range of American styles, idioms and amalgams, even as the second act turns more dissonant.
—Frank Rizzo, Variety, 17 Oct. 2025
The descriptions of songwriting, too, are amalgams of their creative processes.
—Katy Hershberger
august 26, Literary Hub, 26 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for amalgams
Noun
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The challenges lie mostly in the big difference between gasoline and diesel engine designs; specifically compression ratios and fuel mixtures.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
23 Feb. 2026
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Without aluminum alloys and other metallic mixtures, assembly lines churning out modern tanks, trucks and airplanes would grind to a halt.—
Thomas Robertson,
Fortune,
17 Feb. 2026
Noun
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Muonionalusta is an iron meteorite with iron-nickel alloys and traces of gallium, germanium and iridium, and its body displays the striking Widmanstätten pattern.—
Heather Barker,
Space.com,
11 Mar. 2026
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However, many conventional actuators rely on metallic materials such as shape-memory alloys.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Utilizing techniques adapted from filmmaking and aesthetics that put a surreal spin on Old Hollywood glamour, Alex Prager’s work blends still images and moving ones.—
Katie Rife,
IndieWire,
18 Mar. 2026
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Setto’s customers are discerning—often on the hunt for pure selvedge denim, the kind that emphasizes durability, visible craftsmanship, and tradition over newer stretch or comfort blends.—
Jessica Binns,
Sourcing Journal,
18 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Over time, the organic materials in most potting mixes, such as peat moss, bark, compost, or coconut coir, break down.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
13 Mar. 2026
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Deli Spices from McCallen was the runner up for their authentic Mexican spice seasoning mixes.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Chemical reactions from the combinations can cause dangerous fumes.—
Melissa Locker,
Southern Living,
15 Mar. 2026
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Keep reading for the best combinations this season.—
Alex Sales,
Glamour,
15 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Eco-friendly and natural materials are in, while composites are out.—
Megan Johnson,
Architectural Digest,
12 Mar. 2026
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Polyester resins are everywhere, forming the matrix in glass-fiber composites used in everything from boat hulls and automotive body panels to roofing sheets and sanitary fixtures.—
Etiido Uko
March 08,
New Atlas,
8 Mar. 2026
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“Amalgams.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amalgams. Accessed 20 Mar. 2026.
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