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as in mixtures
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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as in mergers
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 cartels
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 alliances
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 combinations
Over the years, it's grown in popularity thanks to its smooth texture and tasty flavor combinations.
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Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 25 May 2026
The internationally renowned jewelry brand has earned a strong reputation for Italian style, vibrant gemstone combinations and exceptional craftsmanship.
—Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 25 May 2026
These nutrient-dense juice combinations may help reduce inflammation, improve digestion, and more.
—Jennifer Berger, Verywell Health, 25 May 2026
In addition to their clashing color combinations, both shoes use different materials for two truly distinct looks.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 24 May 2026
Lots of cocktails split the base to create new and interesting flavor combinations in a drink.
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 23 May 2026
Often these combinations of a fungus and algae grow on shaded leaves in areas with poor air movement.
—Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 23 May 2026
In traditional Asian mahjong, players create flexible tile combinations, while American mahjong follows preset hands.
—Ingrid Schmidt, HollywoodReporter, 23 May 2026
As a result of these combinations, prices have increased with no measurable improvement in patient care.
—Al Sharpton, New York Daily News, 22 May 2026
Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 25 May 2026
The internationally renowned jewelry brand has earned a strong reputation for Italian style, vibrant gemstone combinations and exceptional craftsmanship.
—Anthony Demarco, Forbes.com, 25 May 2026
These nutrient-dense juice combinations may help reduce inflammation, improve digestion, and more.
—Jennifer Berger, Verywell Health, 25 May 2026
In addition to their clashing color combinations, both shoes use different materials for two truly distinct looks.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 24 May 2026
Lots of cocktails split the base to create new and interesting flavor combinations in a drink.
—Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 23 May 2026
Often these combinations of a fungus and algae grow on shaded leaves in areas with poor air movement.
—Tom MacCubbin, The Orlando Sentinel, 23 May 2026
In traditional Asian mahjong, players create flexible tile combinations, while American mahjong follows preset hands.
—Ingrid Schmidt, HollywoodReporter, 23 May 2026
As a result of these combinations, prices have increased with no measurable improvement in patient care.
—Al Sharpton, New York Daily News, 22 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for combinations
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Within it, the team can vaporize mixtures containing uranium, cerium, and cesium, and then control how the vapor is cooled.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
24 May 2026
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Divers often use specialized breathing mixtures, such as nitrogen and oxygen, to prevent this condition.—
Lex Harvey,
CNN Money,
20 May 2026
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Such mergers of different sources of resentment were among the major causes for war in 1914.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 May 2026
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That, in turn, would suggest there were mergers among this population early in the Universe’s history.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
27 May 2026
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Though it’s not dominated by major cartels like the other two host cities, criminal groups are still active there and have their hand in a range of illicit activities, according to Víctor Manuel Sánchez Valdés, researcher at the Autonomous University of Coahuila.—
Michael Rios,
CNN Money,
31 May 2026
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The Eastern Pacific and Caribbean are major corridors for narcotics trafficking, with cartels often using small, fast-moving vessels to transport drugs toward the United States and Central America.—
Michael Sinkewicz,
FOXNews.com,
27 May 2026
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Both in Beijing and Washington, everything that one of the countries does is treated as proof of its aggressive intentions against the other, from strategic posture, to naval policies, to alliances and friendships, to trade policy and technology.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
27 May 2026
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Segall launches the effort as more news organizations are opening their arms to alliances with independents.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
27 May 2026
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Make sure to stock up on s'mores supplies, popcorn, and other snack mixes.—
Claire Hoppe Norgaard,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 May 2026
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Martin Blackburn Martin is a documentary, commercial and branded filmmaker currently independently co-producing his debut feature documentary about Raphael, a music curator who built a global audience through his mixes.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
27 May 2026
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And the current environment is no different, with big changes on the horizon, particularly for consolidations of federal student loans.—
Adam S. Minsky,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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The rapid expansion of private school choice has also contributed to enrollment declines, school consolidations and closures.—
Stacker,
Boston Herald,
18 May 2026
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Instead, horses are often owned by sponsors, investors or syndicates.—
Danielle Rossingh,
New York Times,
26 May 2026
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Criminal syndicates The consequences extend far beyond South America.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
13 May 2026
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Since its introduction nearly a century ago, the levy has been derided by the oil industry, the auto industry, AAA, trucking and manufacturing interests, and coalitions of governors.—
Henry Grabar,
The Atlantic,
27 May 2026
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But with proportional representation, there would be room for new parties to grow and new coalitions to form.—
Mary Ellen Klas,
Mercury News,
26 May 2026
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“Combinations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/combinations. Accessed 1 Jun. 2026.
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