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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
Again, crossing over wasn’t assimilation or integration.
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Michael Thomas, New Yorker, 19 July 2025
Savings from the phaseouts are expected to be reallocated toward English language education and assimilation programs.
—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
Daily use of the leaves clears the mind, elevates mood, and tones and strengthens the digestive tract, enhancing the assimilation of foods, even while promoting longevity.
—Wade Davis, Rolling Stone, 6 Apr. 2025
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Michael Thomas, New Yorker, 19 July 2025
Savings from the phaseouts are expected to be reallocated toward English language education and assimilation programs.
—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
Daily use of the leaves clears the mind, elevates mood, and tones and strengthens the digestive tract, enhancing the assimilation of foods, even while promoting longevity.
—Wade Davis, Rolling Stone, 6 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for assimilation
Noun
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Thank you so much for your understanding.—
Soo Kim,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
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An unexpected connection that transcends class develops between them, one rooted in mutual respect, understanding, and slow-burning affection.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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The company pointed out that the integration of laser systems on the lightweight, highly mobile ISV platform reflects a commitment to scalable, adaptable, and expeditionary force protection solutions.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
8 Sep. 2025
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With its Disney integration and exclusive access to Searchlight and 20th Century Studios titles, the popular streamer offers Academy Award contenders and blockbusters to your screen all year round.—
Hannah Kerns,
PEOPLE,
7 Sep. 2025
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The key here is to wait for the toothpaste to completely dry; doing so allows for maximum stain absorption.—
Mary Catherine McAnnally Scott,
Southern Living,
5 Sep. 2025
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This extra shock absorption is perfect for long runs and walks or for spending all day on your feet.—
Anja Webb,
Parents,
5 Sep. 2025
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Defensive back Prince Green III made the initial tackle to pop the ball out of Jordan’s grasp, then Caleb Moore recovered the ball.—
Haley Sawyer,
Oc Register,
7 Sep. 2025
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The final two drops saw Lamb let a Prescott deep shot go right through his hands deep into Eagles territory just a few plays before a fourth down go-ball also fell through his leaping grasp.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
5 Sep. 2025
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The alignment to the Hogwarts house system gives us a comprehension of both astrology and the Harry Potter-verse.—
Lisa Stardust,
People.com,
1 Sep. 2025
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In a world where humans and machines coexist, this requires hybrid intelligence — the complementarity of natural and artificial intelligences, which is conditioned by double literacy – a holistic understanding of self and society, people and planet, combined with the candid comprehension of AI.—
Cornelia C. Walther,
Forbes.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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Its original conception was modernizing recruiting with AI and high-tech matching algorithms.—
Richard Nieva,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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These works are what happens when excess sentiment meets shallow conception and hasty commissioning.—
Sally Jenkins,
The Atlantic,
30 Aug. 2025
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The fact that there is only one bond means that during digestion, the bond is easily and quickly broken, and the glucose and fructose are immediately set free, rushing into the bloodstream.—
Bryant Stamford,
Louisville Courier Journal,
4 Sep. 2025
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Key Takeaways Apple cider vinegar and honey together may support digestion, blood sugar balance, immune function, heart health, and weight management goals.—
Lindsay Curtis,
Verywell Health,
4 Sep. 2025
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“Assimilation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/assimilation. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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