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
  • Twist Bioscience, in South San Francisco, received 1,260 of them, grew them as antibody fusions in human cells instead, and ran them on a different sensor format entirely.
    — Jon Markman, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026
  • Not bad for a story which begins with a waiter crossing a busy Los Angeles thoroughfare, and placing some Japanese-Peruvian fusion fare in a lift.
    — Nick Scott, Robb Report, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of fusion
Noun
  • Generative AI offloads reasoning, synthesis, and creative judgment—the cognitive work through which expertise is actually built, not just retrieved.
    — Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Order volume in the synthesis and testing layer over the next few quarters will show whether this is a real shift or one striking result.
    — Jon Markman, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of synthesis
Noun
  • Crews recently used a supersonic air tool to de-compact the ground around the tree’s roots, then injected a kelp mixture to add nutrients to the soil.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Diamond Crystal or Morton kosher salt and stir just until mixture puffs and slightly lightens in color.
    — Ellary Collins, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of mixture
Noun
  • But in fact, fluids are amalgamations of molecules and atoms.
    — Charlie Wood, Quanta Magazine, 17 Aug. 2026
  • As the name implies in a study published today in Nature, these previously unobserved entities are an amalgamation of space-time collapse and stellar forces.
    — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of amalgamation
Noun
  • It’s made with a mix of essential oils to fuel hair growth, including rosemary and castor oils.
    — Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 26 Aug. 2026
  • His screen appeal combines a mix of swagger and self-deprecating, and at times evokes (a taller) Joseph Gordon-Levitt.
    — Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of mix
Noun
  • Royal Gorge Route Few places capture that blend of history and scenery better than the Royal Gorge Route Railroad.
    — Jocelyn Rowley, Denver Post, 25 Aug. 2026
  • Powered by Uniflavon—a proprietary blend of botanical extracts that have anti-irritation properties—the formula also contains magnolia to calm visible signs of irritation.
    — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of blend
Noun
  • Transport is the mainstay of agglomeration growth and overall harmonious spatial development.
    — Nadezhda Kosareva, Forbes.com, 17 June 2026
  • At the lower end of the scale, some very small galaxies could be mistaken for globular clusters—agglomerations of up to a few million stars that form alongside galaxies.
    — Phil Plait, Scientific American, 29 May 2026
Definition of agglomeration
Noun
  • The benefit of that consolidation has been reliable supply, standardized products and potentially lower labor costs, said Zagor.
    — Brandon Gomez, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
  • Parallel to client exits, the agency hasn’t been immune to consolidation pressure facing the media sector.
    — Matt Donnelly, Variety, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of consolidation

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“Coalescence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coalescence. Accessed 30 Aug. 2026.

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