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
Bethanne Patrick, Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2026
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
New Atlas, 23 Feb. 2026
Noun
The wrestling coach at the American school in Tokyo, Ernst’s glamorous courtesan Chizuko, and many of the characters are composites.
—Bethanne Patrick, Los Angeles Times, 8 June 2026
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
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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Chemical structures Butter and margarine are emulsions, which are mixtures of tiny water droplets spread throughout a continuous fat matrix.—
Rosemary Trout,
The Conversation,
10 June 2026
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The scientists demonstrated that tobacco mosaic virus (TMV) spontaneously formed when mixtures of purified coat protein and its genomic RNA were incubated together.—
Scott Lafee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 June 2026
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For graphic interest that still reads neutral, Quiet Town's Tam mixes clay, chocolate, and cream tones.—
Jasmine Desiree,
Architectural Digest,
3 June 2026
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Set in a quiet residential neighborhood, this intimate beachfront property (whose name mixes the owners’ first initials with the Dutch word for oasis) uses dense, vibrant landscaping and shutters and stone walls between guest rooms to create a cocooning feeling of privacy.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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In addition, unlike older designs that use traditional alloys, Fyne Audio utilizes newer high-performance materials to push audio performance further.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
8 June 2026
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Department of Defense sourcing rules that become effective January 1, 2027, will restrict the use of tungsten metal powders and heavy alloys mined, refined, and produced in China.—
Kevin Williams,
CNBC,
3 June 2026
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With each development milestone, MBDA moves closer to delivering a next-generation air-to-air weapon that combines advanced sensors, extended range, and superior flexibility.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
7 June 2026
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After Rieder wins the second ball and combines with Ndoye, Widmer dashes forward and attacks the space between Kosovo’s full-back and left-winger.—
Ahmed Walid,
New York Times,
5 June 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
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From a looks perspective, the XLE blends right in with the rest of the Mammoth lineup.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
11 June 2026
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The broader Lanserhof approach blends traditional naturopathy with the latest medical findings, energy medicine, psychology and chronomedicine.—
Hanna Wickes,
Kansas City Star,
11 June 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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The device integrates both the signal encoder and optical detector on a single silicon chip manufactured using an eight-inch wafer process commonly used in semiconductor production.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
9 June 2026
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Each piece carries a sense of place, but also integrates quietly into everyday life.—
Rebecca Cope,
Condé Nast Traveler,
9 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Composites.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/composites. Accessed 14 Jun. 2026.
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