as in mixtures
a distinct entity formed by the combining of two or more different things
a striking composite of two separate images
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as in mixes
to turn into a single mass or entity that is more or less the same throughout
wood chips can be composited or sold as mulch
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Recent Examples of composites
New Atlas, 1 June 2026
Those kinds of composites are always frustrating, because the composites never make any sense.
—Nick Newman, IndieWire, 1 June 2026
Some are composites assembled from multiple dinosaurs or replica bones to create the illusion of a more complete skeleton.
—Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 28 May 2026
Basalt composites already have industrial applications in marine structures, rebar systems, and fire-resistant materials due to corrosion resistance and chemical stability.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 26 May 2026
Earlier nighttime-light maps were often composites produced years apart, but Black Marble processes daily observations, giving researchers a much more dynamic view of Earth's changing nightscape, according to the project overview page.
—Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 20 May 2026
By developing a process to cut these composites into building elements, Lendager's company slashed the project's carbon dioxide footprint when compared to using an aluminum or motorized system.
—Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 17 May 2026
The structure is largely manufactured from carbon composites.
—Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 11 May 2026
Nature, however, can produce these ceramic composites at close to room temperature.
—Caitlin Kennedy, Scientific American, 25 Apr. 2026
New Atlas, 23 Feb. 2026
Noun
Encore was established in 2020 as one of those companies, quickly branching out with a three-brand lineup of adventure-ready trailers built using all aluminum and composites, zero wood.
—New Atlas, 1 June 2026
Those kinds of composites are always frustrating, because the composites never make any sense.
—Nick Newman, IndieWire, 1 June 2026
Some are composites assembled from multiple dinosaurs or replica bones to create the illusion of a more complete skeleton.
—Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 28 May 2026
Basalt composites already have industrial applications in marine structures, rebar systems, and fire-resistant materials due to corrosion resistance and chemical stability.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 26 May 2026
Earlier nighttime-light maps were often composites produced years apart, but Black Marble processes daily observations, giving researchers a much more dynamic view of Earth's changing nightscape, according to the project overview page.
—Samantha Mathewson, Space.com, 20 May 2026
By developing a process to cut these composites into building elements, Lendager's company slashed the project's carbon dioxide footprint when compared to using an aluminum or motorized system.
—Christopher Elliott, Forbes.com, 17 May 2026
The structure is largely manufactured from carbon composites.
—Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 11 May 2026
Nature, however, can produce these ceramic composites at close to room temperature.
—Caitlin Kennedy, Scientific American, 25 Apr. 2026
Verb
So, what allows the Structeryx FRP composites to exceed standard composite performance?
—New Atlas, 23 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for composites
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Focusing on creating stable mixtures with water-soluble substances such as sugar and oil-soluble ones such omega-3 fatty acids, the team developed a capillary-force system for emulsifying small amounts of water and oil.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
3 June 2026
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Studying real products that contain complex PFAS mixtures can help researchers get closer to finding biomarkers that can pinpoint a PFAS source in a person’s blood.—
Carrie McDonough,
The Conversation,
29 May 2026
Verb
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Marketers developed new products and marketing mixes to satisfy the needs of specific market segments.—
Ezgi Eyüboğlu,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
27 May 2026
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Are seed mixes a good option for feeding a wider variety of birds?—
Rita Pelczar,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 May 2026
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Two local residents told The Associated Press on Monday that mines producing raw materials for silicon metal — a key industrial substance used in semiconductors, solar panels, and aluminum alloys — are located in mountainous areas about 15 kilometers (10 miles) southwest of Namhkam town.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
1 June 2026
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Generating intense magnetic fields Constructed from niobium-tin (Nb3Sn) and niobium-titanium (Nb-Ti), these alloys require liquid helium immersion to lose their electrical resistance.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
30 May 2026
Verb
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Signature drinks include a miso old fashioned, an oolong Manhattan and the kaffir lime soda, which combines Suntory Roku gin with kaffir lime, lychee, lemon, saffron and soda.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
31 May 2026
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That means a single booking for European train travel that seamlessly combines services from multiple rail operators across all 27 EU member states, with full passenger rights protection from start to finish.—
Alex Ledsom,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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The Amsterdam Polaroids extended Ghirri’s penchant for quotidian surrealism with some strenuous amalgams.—
James Quandt,
Artforum,
2 June 2026
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In November, signatories to the convention agreed to phase out the use of mercury-containing dental amalgams by the year 2034.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Known for his calm under pressure and strategic foresight, Steve blends practical crisis management skills with the enduring lessons of history to help leaders navigate uncertainty with confidence.—
Steve Muscato,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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Mina the Hollower blends elements of retro Zelda adventures like Link’s Awakening with more modern games like Elden Ring, and randomizing things in Mina’s world provides some thorny challenges right from the start.—
Jay Peters,
The Verge,
27 May 2026
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And the wines made from cold-hardy hybrid grapes like La Crescent and Frontenac Gris, from Deirdre Heekin of La Garagista in Vermont, and the cider-wine amalgamations of Heekin’s protegee Krista Scruggs.—
Senior Wine Critic,
San Francisco Chronicle,
15 Mar. 2018
Verb
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For applications requiring precise force interaction, JAKA offers the S Series (S5 and S12), which integrates high-accuracy force sensing and advanced force-control capabilities.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
3 June 2026
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Newer techniques create a RBS (Risk Breakdown Structure) when the project is in the early design phase (5-10% complete), and constantly integrates risk management solutions in the design and construction phases.—
Sabbir Rangwala,
Forbes.com,
1 June 2026
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“Composites.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/composites. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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