as in mixture
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as in increasing
to make greater in size, amount, or number
we compounded our error by waiting too long to call for help
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as in connecting
to put or bring together so as to form a new and longer whole
the German language's propensity for compounding words
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Recent Examples of compounding
Eric Markowitz, Big Think, 30 Dec. 2024
These provide immediate efficiency gains but come at the expense of longer-term, compounding investments.
—Eric Markowitz, Big Think, 30 Dec. 2024
In turn, an organization representing compounding pharmacies, called the Outsourcing Facilities Association, sued the FDA in October, CNBC reported, over the its decision to remove tirzepatide from the drug shortages list several days prior.
—Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 26 Dec. 2024
Food may be another factor, possibly compounding the first one.
—Big Think, 26 Dec. 2024
Now that the shortage is over, specialty and compounding pharmacies — such as Henry Meds and Him — must stop selling their off-brand versions of the weight-loss drugs.
—Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 26 Dec. 2024
Eli Lilly and other drug companies have also been attempting to crack down on off-brand versions of its weight loss drugs, suing medical spas, compounding pharmacies and weight loss clinics, according to CNBC.
—Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 26 Dec. 2024
That is compounding economic misery that began with the Covid pandemic, which also devastated the tourism industry.
—Raf Sanchez, NBC News, 25 Dec. 2024
Type 2 diabetes typically develops over time, with diet and lifestyle compounding genetic vulnerability.
—Karen Weintraub, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
Verb
Investment in a brand or in fame is a compounding investment.
—Eric Markowitz, Big Think, 30 Dec. 2024
These provide immediate efficiency gains but come at the expense of longer-term, compounding investments.
—Eric Markowitz, Big Think, 30 Dec. 2024
In turn, an organization representing compounding pharmacies, called the Outsourcing Facilities Association, sued the FDA in October, CNBC reported, over the its decision to remove tirzepatide from the drug shortages list several days prior.
—Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 26 Dec. 2024
Food may be another factor, possibly compounding the first one.
—Big Think, 26 Dec. 2024
Now that the shortage is over, specialty and compounding pharmacies — such as Henry Meds and Him — must stop selling their off-brand versions of the weight-loss drugs.
—Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 26 Dec. 2024
Eli Lilly and other drug companies have also been attempting to crack down on off-brand versions of its weight loss drugs, suing medical spas, compounding pharmacies and weight loss clinics, according to CNBC.
—Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 26 Dec. 2024
That is compounding economic misery that began with the Covid pandemic, which also devastated the tourism industry.
—Raf Sanchez, NBC News, 25 Dec. 2024
Type 2 diabetes typically develops over time, with diet and lifestyle compounding genetic vulnerability.
—Karen Weintraub, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for compounding
Noun
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As soon as the mixture starts frothing, it’s served in small cups, similar to those used for espresso.—
Samantha Husted,
Charlotte Observer,
12 May 2025
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Fill cabbage leaves with meat and rice mixture, one at a time, starting with the largest leaves.—
Barbara Ellis,
Denver Post,
11 May 2025
Verb
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Crosby’s work rate is increasing in recent games, his puck battle win ratio even better than usual.—
Josh Yohe,
The Athletic,
25 Mar. 2025
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President Joe Biden maintained those tariffs and added tariffs on other Chinese products, including personal protective equipment, electric vehicles, batteries, and steel, slightly increasing the average tariff on imports from China.—
Michael B. G. Froman,
Foreign Affairs,
25 Mar. 2025
Verb
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By connecting features like billing, single sign-on and data synchronization, these partnerships can deliver a unified experience to the end user.—
Joshua Siler,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
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Bird Buddy plans to launch the Petal camera on Kickstarter this spring, continuing their mission of connecting technology with nature in engaging and user-friendly ways.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
Fox News,
8 Jan. 2025
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Eligible innovations span a wide range of areas, including generative AI tools for screenwriting and voice synthesis, virtual production, post-production software and equipment, as well as next-generation streaming platforms.—
Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
14 May 2025
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Another member of his lab left to take a job at a Chinese gene synthesis firm.—
Evan Bush,
NBC news,
8 May 2025
Verb
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With re-accelerating inflation on the horizon, another 5%+ inflation over the next four years could easily see gold at $5,000 an ounce.—
Clem Chambers,
Forbes.com,
13 Apr. 2025
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These changes disrupt the body's delicate anabolic-catabolic balance, with testosterone promoting tissue growth and libido and cortisol accelerating breakdown and stress responses.—
Ximena Araya-Fischel,
Forbes.com,
12 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Enter the shaggy lob, a mix of a few different things.—
Leah Prinzivalli,
Allure,
9 May 2025
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For their big day, Smith and Des Vignes wanted a mix of simplistic yet distinguished elements.—
Nathan Vinson,
People.com,
9 May 2025
Verb
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Jackson is also considering expanding her part-time interior decorating business.—
Barbara Bry,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Apr. 2025
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Wood was recognized for her leadership in creating and expanding the district’s TRACprogram—Teamwork, Regulation, Acceptance, and Community.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Since studios and media companies began integrating AI into their operations, there has been pushback from consumers and those working in Hollywood about how the emerging technology will be used in pre- and post-production.—
Daniel R. Depetris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Apr. 2025
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This involves integrating generative AI with robotics for battle damage assessment operations.—
Kapil Kajal,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Compounding.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compounding. Accessed 21 May. 2025.
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