coalescence

noun

Definition of coalescencenext
as in fusion

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Recent Examples of coalescence This variation may occur because citric acid inhibits bubble coalescence, similar to the additives in Diet Coke. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 5 Aug. 2026 Despite his individual excellence, Forsberg deferred to the Kings’ recent coalescence. — Andrew Knoll, Daily News, 13 Apr. 2026 Spike focused on important design features with a major focus on geometry, including features like a long nose and high sweep, and a custom tail volume and multi-lobe lift distribution, aiming to reduce shock coalescence. — Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 28 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for coalescence
  1. fusion
  2. synthesis
  3. mixture
  4. amalgamation
  5. mix
  6. blend
  7. agglomeration
  8. consolidation
Noun
  • Both tracks aim to secure an early lead in the global race for commercial fusion power.
    — Aman Tripathi, Interesting Engineering, 2 Oct. 2026
  • Eight interconnecting venues offer everything from French-Japanese fusion, an oyster and ceviche bar, poolside cocktails, and a replica speakeasy.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Sep. 2026
Definition of fusion
Noun
  • The pair are known for pioneering research into autocatalysis in asymmetric organic synthesis.
    — Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 7 Oct. 2026
  • The new center brings material synthesis, development, scale-up and technology transfer into one location.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of synthesis
Noun
  • To achieve this, Danu’s robot employs a mixture of cameras, AI, and robotic arms to identify and sort waste much like a human would.
    — Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 10 Oct. 2026
  • Beat egg white mixture until thick and glossy and mixture is barely lukewarm, 8–10 minutes.
    — Tanya Bush, Bon Appetit Magazine, 10 Oct. 2026
Definition of mixture
Noun
  • The final design was an amalgamation of several others, incorporating embroidery on the collar and cuff, but excluding the chest embroidery in previous iterations.
    — Bella Webb, Vogue, 8 Oct. 2026
  • Is this tobacco-spitting, plain-talking Jon Sumrall a coaching amalgamation of Steve Spurrier and Urban Meyer?
    — Joe Rexrode, New York Times, 4 Oct. 2026
Definition of amalgamation
Noun
  • Hazel is actually an unusual, multi-colored eye type that features a mix of brown, green, and gold or amber hues.
    — Lars Brandle, Billboard, 7 Oct. 2026
  • However, Greater China footwear ASPs were flat for the quarter, mostly due to lower discounts that were offset primarily by channel mix.
    — Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of mix
Noun
  • The top suites are the stunning Vincy Overwater two-story villa, offering the perfect blend of luxury and nature.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Crisco gets its name from that same tone — a perfect blend of country and disco.
    — Marissa R. Moss, Rolling Stone, 5 Oct. 2026
Definition of blend
Noun
  • From the outside, a black hole star would appear as a huge agglomeration of hydrogen gas.
    — Quanta Magazine, Quanta Magazine, 14 Sep. 2026
  • Transport is the mainstay of agglomeration growth and overall harmonious spatial development.
    — Nadezhda Kosareva, Forbes.com, 17 June 2026
Definition of agglomeration
Noun
  • Any news consolidation could take years, in part, because CBS News is largely unionized while CNN is a non-union shop.
    — Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 9 Oct. 2026
  • Student protests over underfunding in education continue to rock France, as Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu faces a struggle to pass a contentious 2027 budget that seeks to impose tens of billions of dollars' worth of fiscal consolidation.
    — Jenni Reid, CNBC, 9 Oct. 2026
Definition of consolidation

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“Coalescence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coalescence. Accessed 11 Oct. 2026.

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