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as in understanding
the act or process of learning or gaining understanding
The dog's rapid assimilation of new tricks pleased his owners.
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as in integration
the act or an instance of fitting in or conforming
Their assimilation into a new culture was difficult at times.
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Recent Examples of assimilation
Savings from the phaseouts are expected to be reallocated toward English language education and assimilation programs.
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Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 14 July 2025
But Superman is more a story about the triumph of assimilation and opportunity.
—Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2025
During colonial rule, Denmark enforced assimilation policies for the Inuit population.
—Kim Hjelmgaard, USA Today, 6 July 2025
Several Scandinavian countries have attempted to force assimilation on the Sámi, including periods when their language and culture were prohibited.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 18 June 2025
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Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 14 July 2025
But Superman is more a story about the triumph of assimilation and opportunity.
—Los Angeles Times, 12 July 2025
During colonial rule, Denmark enforced assimilation policies for the Inuit population.
—Kim Hjelmgaard, USA Today, 6 July 2025
Several Scandinavian countries have attempted to force assimilation on the Sámi, including periods when their language and culture were prohibited.
—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 18 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for assimilation
Noun
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The best platform teams are the ones that build a deep understanding of the daily realities of developers, security professionals and operations specialists.—
Adrian Bridgwater,
Forbes.com,
12 Aug. 2025
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My track record reflects a deep understanding of how city government works and how to get things done.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Aug. 2025
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The program will also promote STEM-medicine integration, cost-effective education, and innovative academic partnerships.—
Christina Shaw,
FOXNews.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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These include energy optimization, mass balance, advanced process control and real-time operational data integration.—
Alexander Clausbruch,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Available in three flavors, Be Love’s drink is formulated for optimal absorption, drawing upon 220mg of sodium, 45mg of potassium, and 15mg of magnesium malate (the form known to aid in pain relief and reduced fatigue) to hydrate, energize, and replenish with every sip.—
Brianna Peters,
Vogue,
10 Aug. 2025
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These impressive running shoes come in seven stunning colors and feature advanced sole technology that provides exceptional shock absorption, reducing knee strain and foot fatigue with every step.—
Jennifer Chan,
Travel + Leisure,
7 Aug. 2025
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Improving knowledge of functional, everyday difficulties and potential scaffolding is within the grasp of HR with the occasional advice of specialists where needed.—
Nancy Doyle,
Forbes.com,
6 Aug. 2025
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But by autumn Iran was slipping from the Shah’s grasp.—
Daniel Immerwahr,
New Yorker,
4 Aug. 2025
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Listening and reading comprehension are more similar for simple narratives, like fictional stories, than for nonfiction books or essays that explain facts, ideas or how things work.—
Stephanie N. Del Tufo,
The Conversation,
28 July 2025
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The science of reading consists of five pillars: phonemic awareness (the sounds that letters make), phonics, reading fluency, vocabulary and comprehension.—
Jenny Gold,
Los Angeles Times,
2 June 2025
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How little there is in us of justice and humility, how poor is our conception of patriotism….—
Philip Metres
July 30,
Literary Hub,
30 July 2025
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This conception of the sea as sterile is, of course, paradoxical, since the oceans supply about 2% of overall human calorie intake and 15% of protein intake – and could likely supply much more.—
Marie-Claire Beaulieu,
The Conversation,
28 July 2025
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Soluble fiber binds with water in your gastrointestinal (GI) system and becomes a gel that slows digestion.—
Dr. Roshini Raj,
Health,
7 Aug. 2025
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This combination might slow digestion, and the dry chia may clump together in your stomach, causing a heavy or bloated feeling.—
Morgan Pearson,
Verywell Health,
7 Aug. 2025
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“Assimilation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/assimilation. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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