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as in connects
to come together to form a single unit
the room's highly varied design elements combine to form a harmonious whole
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as in integrates
to turn into a single mass or entity that is more or less the same throughout
combine the sugar and flour in a bowl
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as in cartels
a number of businesses or enterprises united for commercial advantage
charged that the cable companies had formed an illegal combine for the purpose of keeping rates artificially high
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as in confederacies
an association of persons, parties, or states for mutual assistance and protection
one of the most notorious combines in the history of organized crime
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Recent Examples of combines
Scott Kramer, Forbes.com, 21 June 2026
According to the company, the interceptor combines multiple guidance methods to ensure effectiveness in contested environments.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 20 June 2026
Biotech combines proprietary data, regulatory barriers, and deep domain knowledge.
—Carl Fritjofsson, Fortune, 19 June 2026
The feature marks the directorial animation debut of Kadowaki, a graduate of Tokyo University of the Arts whose distinctive visual style combines animation techniques with a keen observational approach to everyday life.
—Kevin Giraud, Variety, 19 June 2026
This stunning dessert combines creamy richness with a burst of fresh raspberry flavor.
—Lynn Andriani, Martha Stewart, 19 June 2026
This package combines stops at Victoria Falls, the Okavango Delta, and the red dunes of Sossusvlei with memorable hotel stays, fine dining, and luxury safari camps.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 18 June 2026
One of my current favorites is the Cerave Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen Face Sheer Tint, which combines SPF 30 with a lightweight, glowy tint.
—Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 14 June 2026
The long-running series, hosted by celebrity chef Guy Fieri, pits four contestants against each other in a challenge that combines grocery shopping and high-stakes cooking.
—Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 12 June 2026
Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 16 June 2026
Levies on agricultural equipment, like combines and harvesters will be dropped to 15% from 25%, and the scope of equipment qualifying for the 15% tariff will also be expanded.
—Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 2 June 2026
At lower elevations, forecasters are increasingly focused on fire danger as dry vegetation combines with gusty winds and low humidity.
—Sacbee.com, 22 May 2026
Close to 100 coaches representing 60 colleges signed up for the Orland Park event, although Power Four conference schools were not a part of the equation in any of the state’s combines.
—Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2026
Directed by Lawrence Kasdan, the documentary focusing on Short combines rare archival footage with new interviews, The Hollywood Reporter notes.
—Virginia Chamlee, PEOPLE, 1 May 2026
The food Bradenton is most famous for combines classic Florida fare with Caribbean influence.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 24 Apr. 2026
When commodity prices increase, farmers buy new tractors, sprayers and combines.
—Tyler Jett, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
This type of study combines and analyzes results from multiple previous investigations — in this case four observational studies that included nearly 37,000 pregnancies.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 2 Apr. 2026
Verb
The 6,845-yard (and always highly rated on a national level) Links/Quarry combination at Bay Harbor Golf Club in Petoskey combines sweeping views of Lake Michigan from the perch above, on the opening six holes.
—Scott Kramer, Forbes.com, 21 June 2026
According to the company, the interceptor combines multiple guidance methods to ensure effectiveness in contested environments.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 20 June 2026
Biotech combines proprietary data, regulatory barriers, and deep domain knowledge.
—Carl Fritjofsson, Fortune, 19 June 2026
The feature marks the directorial animation debut of Kadowaki, a graduate of Tokyo University of the Arts whose distinctive visual style combines animation techniques with a keen observational approach to everyday life.
—Kevin Giraud, Variety, 19 June 2026
This stunning dessert combines creamy richness with a burst of fresh raspberry flavor.
—Lynn Andriani, Martha Stewart, 19 June 2026
This package combines stops at Victoria Falls, the Okavango Delta, and the red dunes of Sossusvlei with memorable hotel stays, fine dining, and luxury safari camps.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 18 June 2026
One of my current favorites is the Cerave Hydrating Mineral Sunscreen Face Sheer Tint, which combines SPF 30 with a lightweight, glowy tint.
—Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 14 June 2026
The long-running series, hosted by celebrity chef Guy Fieri, pits four contestants against each other in a challenge that combines grocery shopping and high-stakes cooking.
—Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 12 June 2026
Noun
The new Palm Beach 85 flagship combines refined, timeless design with an advanced hull shape and composite layup.
—Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 16 June 2026
Levies on agricultural equipment, like combines and harvesters will be dropped to 15% from 25%, and the scope of equipment qualifying for the 15% tariff will also be expanded.
—Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 2 June 2026
At lower elevations, forecasters are increasingly focused on fire danger as dry vegetation combines with gusty winds and low humidity.
—Sacbee.com, 22 May 2026
Close to 100 coaches representing 60 colleges signed up for the Orland Park event, although Power Four conference schools were not a part of the equation in any of the state’s combines.
—Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 14 May 2026
Directed by Lawrence Kasdan, the documentary focusing on Short combines rare archival footage with new interviews, The Hollywood Reporter notes.
—Virginia Chamlee, PEOPLE, 1 May 2026
The food Bradenton is most famous for combines classic Florida fare with Caribbean influence.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 24 Apr. 2026
When commodity prices increase, farmers buy new tractors, sprayers and combines.
—Tyler Jett, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
This type of study combines and analyzes results from multiple previous investigations — in this case four observational studies that included nearly 37,000 pregnancies.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 2 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for combines
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Ortatepe said that the restaurant’s myriad influences — Greek, Turkish, Anatolian, Levantine — mesh with creating a space where culture connects guests.—
Connie Ogle
June 19,
Miami Herald,
19 June 2026
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Once a device connects your brain signals to outside technology, the privacy stakes change fast.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
19 June 2026
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Then, the app seamlessly integrates them into your budget.—
Amy DeYoung,
USA Today,
17 June 2026
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The system integrates navigation, communications, processing, and autonomous decision-making into a single framework.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
17 June 2026
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The kidnappings have been linked to run-ins with drug cartels and corrupt government officials, while there have also been cases involving young women who worked at the country’s many factories.—
Eduard Cauich,
Los Angeles Times,
21 June 2026
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Continue reading … SELENE RODRIGUEZ & AMMON BLAIR — While Mexico defends ‘sovereignty,’ cartels import a flesh-eating parasite into Texas.—
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FOXNews.com,
17 June 2026
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Tim Jones, a former top Republican in the Missouri House, who is involved in the campaign for Amendment 5, said business organizations like the Chamber are broad coalitions.—
Jack Harvel,
Kansas City Star,
16 June 2026
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Knowing this, the temptation to adopt a more siloed strategy, one that eschews coalitions with allies who have disappointed us, is strong.—
Ta-Nehisi Coates,
Vanity Fair,
15 June 2026
Verb
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The Panthers on Sunday acquired forward Brady Tkachuk from the Ottawa Senators, a deal that unites the Tkachuk brothers and brings yet another star hockey player to South Florida.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
21 June 2026
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What unites them is a focus on intervention rather than observation.—
Dasha Shunina,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
Verb
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Sportico Studio merges Sportico’s unmatched sports business editorial coverage and industry-best live events platforms to capture the business of sports in digital media formats.—
Sportico Staff,
Sportico.com,
16 June 2026
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The Sixteen camera merges the analog appeal of film with the instant digital playback of video, giving the filmmaker free rein to shoot with creativity while ensuring producers and editors will have immediate access to the digital images as dailies, for backup and quick editing.—
Shirl Leigh
June 15,
New Atlas,
15 June 2026
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Alongside that, South Africa’s police force has been embroiled in scandal, accused of corruption and collusion with criminal syndicates.—
Michelle Gumede,
Los Angeles Times,
13 June 2026
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Applying terrorism designations to criminal syndicates, Brazilian officials say, conflicts with domestic legal definitions and risks blurring distinctions underpinning international counterterrorism law.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
1 June 2026
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In those circumstances, Gulf countries will look to diversify their strategic alliances as much as their pipeline networks.—
Tim McDonnell,
semafor.com,
16 June 2026
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More action means more to unpack, like incestuous bloodlines, secret plots that have been years in the making, the rapidly shifting alliances, and how to tell all the silver-haired Targaryens apart.—
Nic Juarez,
Vulture,
15 June 2026
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“Combines.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/combines. Accessed 25 Jun. 2026.
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