1
as in mixture
a distinct entity formed by the combining of two or more different things
a victory that was due to a combination of luck and planning
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2
as in merger
the act or an instance of joining two or more things into one
the combination of mint and chocolate in a delicious dessert
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as in cartel
a number of businesses or enterprises united for commercial advantage
the companies formed a combination in an attempt to establish a monopoly in the rubber market
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as in coalition
an association of persons, parties, or states for mutual assistance and protection
a combination of citizens dedicated to fighting higher property taxes
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Recent Examples of combination
And as a matter of fact, this combination of old-meets-new is a key feature of this year’s winner.
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Siobhan Reid, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2025
Along with lemon, cilantro, garlic and a touch of parmesan, the combination creates a refreshing spread or dip for vegetables and crackers.
—arkansasonline.com, 8 July 2025
Corcovado Wilderness Lodge follows suit, with two certifications for eco-tourism, on-site purification of drinking water from rivers, and electricity generated by a combination of a generator and solar panels.
—Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 7 July 2025
Project 2 is being paid for by a combination of cash reserves and borrowing along with some charitable donations raised by the Imagine Foundation.
—Bob Skolnik, Chicago Tribune, 7 July 2025
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Siobhan Reid, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2025
Along with lemon, cilantro, garlic and a touch of parmesan, the combination creates a refreshing spread or dip for vegetables and crackers.
—arkansasonline.com, 8 July 2025
Corcovado Wilderness Lodge follows suit, with two certifications for eco-tourism, on-site purification of drinking water from rivers, and electricity generated by a combination of a generator and solar panels.
—Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 7 July 2025
Project 2 is being paid for by a combination of cash reserves and borrowing along with some charitable donations raised by the Imagine Foundation.
—Bob Skolnik, Chicago Tribune, 7 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for combination
Noun
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Note: if the mixture thickens more than desired over time, add a little water or beef broth.—
Robin Miller,
AZCentral.com,
10 July 2025
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Within the hearts and faces of the Class of 2025 is a mixture of anticipation and apprehension — on the edge of a world that is, by turns, irreverent and weary, defiant and desperate for something more.—
F. Willis Johnson,
Twin Cities,
10 July 2025
Noun
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Track all changes, especially after growth events like mergers or reorganizations.—
John Hernandez,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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After a decade of merger fever, media companies no longer believe that bigger is always better.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
9 July 2025
Noun
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Prosecutors allege Ovidio Guzman Lopez and his brother, Joaquin Guzman Lopez, ran a faction of the Sinaloa cartel.—
Christine Fernando,
Los Angeles Times,
9 July 2025
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Both Maduro and Interior Minister Diosdado Cabello are under federal indictment in the U.S. for allegedly leading the Los Soles drug cartel.—
Antonio Maria Delgado
July 9,
Miami Herald,
9 July 2025
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The coalition reached the fundraising goal on the final day.—
Douglas C. Towne,
AZCentral.com,
11 July 2025
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And their coalition is divided between a centrist establishment and an insurgent progressive wing with diverging priorities in addressing inequality.—
Nathan Meyers,
The Conversation,
11 July 2025
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So many of my current favorite shoe trends, including kitten heels and extra-cushy sneakers, are in the mix and ready to punch up your next outfit.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
8 July 2025
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Included in the mix is a denim jacket by Stella McCartney, ideal for summer nights under the stars, a trend-forward mini from Frame, to pair with everything from flip-flops to retro sneakers and a plain white T-shirt, and ecru jeans from Madewell—a summertime no-brainer.—
Kristina Rutkowski,
Vogue,
8 July 2025
Noun
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Thailand earlier this year implemented measures to crack down on online scam operations in neighboring Myanmar, severing electricity, internet and gas supplies to border towns where the syndicates were based.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
25 June 2025
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Struggling Gatekeepers: In the face of some $44 billion a year in pig-butchering scams conducted by Asian crime syndicates, U.S. banks have failed to prevent mass scale money laundering.—
Cezary Podkul,
ProPublica,
25 June 2025
Noun
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His loyalty is always in question, making any alliance with him inherently unstable.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 July 2025
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The alliance has been working with LAUSD to prioritize and fund climate-friendly projects across the district.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 July 2025
Noun
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This effect is likely due to its soothing blend of natural butters and oils.—
Erin Bunch,
Glamour,
9 July 2025
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The result is a dynamic blend of heritage and local character that feels both fresh and iconic.—
Yola Robert,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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“Combination.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/combination. Accessed 16 Jul. 2025.
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