as in mixtures
a distinct entity formed by the combining of two or more different things
mixed the chemicals together to form a new compound
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as in increases
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 couples
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 compounds
Cory Martin, Verywell Health, 17 Feb. 2026
This preserves the potency of the compounds that might otherwise be destroyed by long boiling times.
—Lauren Manaker, SELF, 17 Feb. 2026
The organic compounds, the largest ever found on Mars, were believed to be fragments of fatty acids preserved in ancient mudstone in the Gale Crater, according to NASA.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 17 Feb. 2026
Instead, the chemical compounds found in the root are thought to encourage cell production and reduce the presence of free radicals in the body — two functions that may give the user a boost in energy.
—Pubsubhub User, Chicago Tribune, 16 Feb. 2026
Turmeric lattes and matcha are tasty beverages loaded with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds that may benefit your long-term health.
—Lindsay Curtis, Health, 16 Feb. 2026
Rich in antioxidant compounds, including carotenoids, tocopherols, and phenolics, lupini beans can help reduce inflammation and protect against cell damage.
—Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 15 Feb. 2026
Additional sugar and acid tests are planned to confirm whether the liquid contains apple-specific compounds, like malic acid.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 15 Feb. 2026
On Earth, glycine forms when hydrogen cyanide, ammonia and organic compounds called aldehydes react with each other in warm water.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 11 Feb. 2026
Brad Anderson, Fortune, 17 Feb. 2026
The accounts are funded with after-tax money, which then compounds tax free.
—Jeanne Sahadi, CNN Money, 16 Feb. 2026
This aromatic plant releases compounds that discourage insects and enrich the flavors of companion plants.
—Ashlyn Needham, The Spruce, 16 Feb. 2026
Connection compounds in daily moments.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 10 Feb. 2026
Not by shrinking, but by building trust that compounds over time.
—Kelly Ehlers, Rolling Stone, 10 Feb. 2026
Woodhull emphasizes that the problem compounds in less visible ways beyond costs.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026
But the fallout from that incident demonstrates how outrage compounds — often in unexpected ways.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 9 Feb. 2026
Kitty, whose worldly possessions fit into two plastic bags, is seen repeatedly in the same clothes, and bourgeois hostility to her presence in Beth’s middle-class neighborhood compounds her feelings of worthlessness.
—Inkoo Kang, New Yorker, 5 Feb. 2026
Noun
Stimulates Bile Production The compounds that create the bitter flavor in dandelion stimulate the production and flow of bile from the liver and gallbladder.
—Cory Martin, Verywell Health, 17 Feb. 2026
This preserves the potency of the compounds that might otherwise be destroyed by long boiling times.
—Lauren Manaker, SELF, 17 Feb. 2026
The organic compounds, the largest ever found on Mars, were believed to be fragments of fatty acids preserved in ancient mudstone in the Gale Crater, according to NASA.
—Eric Lagatta, USA Today, 17 Feb. 2026
Instead, the chemical compounds found in the root are thought to encourage cell production and reduce the presence of free radicals in the body — two functions that may give the user a boost in energy.
—Pubsubhub User, Chicago Tribune, 16 Feb. 2026
Turmeric lattes and matcha are tasty beverages loaded with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds that may benefit your long-term health.
—Lindsay Curtis, Health, 16 Feb. 2026
Rich in antioxidant compounds, including carotenoids, tocopherols, and phenolics, lupini beans can help reduce inflammation and protect against cell damage.
—Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 15 Feb. 2026
Additional sugar and acid tests are planned to confirm whether the liquid contains apple-specific compounds, like malic acid.
—Andrea Margolis, FOXNews.com, 15 Feb. 2026
On Earth, glycine forms when hydrogen cyanide, ammonia and organic compounds called aldehydes react with each other in warm water.
—Keith Cooper, Space.com, 11 Feb. 2026
Verb
And that understanding compounds into trust and outcomes.
—Brad Anderson, Fortune, 17 Feb. 2026
The accounts are funded with after-tax money, which then compounds tax free.
—Jeanne Sahadi, CNN Money, 16 Feb. 2026
This aromatic plant releases compounds that discourage insects and enrich the flavors of companion plants.
—Ashlyn Needham, The Spruce, 16 Feb. 2026
Connection compounds in daily moments.
—Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 10 Feb. 2026
Not by shrinking, but by building trust that compounds over time.
—Kelly Ehlers, Rolling Stone, 10 Feb. 2026
Woodhull emphasizes that the problem compounds in less visible ways beyond costs.
—Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 10 Feb. 2026
But the fallout from that incident demonstrates how outrage compounds — often in unexpected ways.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 9 Feb. 2026
Kitty, whose worldly possessions fit into two plastic bags, is seen repeatedly in the same clothes, and bourgeois hostility to her presence in Beth’s middle-class neighborhood compounds her feelings of worthlessness.
—Inkoo Kang, New Yorker, 5 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for compounds
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Without aluminum alloys and other metallic mixtures, assembly lines churning out modern tanks, trucks and airplanes would grind to a halt.—
Thomas Robertson,
Fortune,
17 Feb. 2026
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Sugar does have benefits for feeding cut flowers, which is why it's added to the mixtures used by florists, but in flower food formulas, the sucrose is blended with antimicrobial elements to keep the water free from bacteria.—
Peg Aloi,
The Spruce,
11 Feb. 2026
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While a certain amount of planning and foresight can be helpful, sometimes doing more just increases anxiety and exhaustion.—
Sherri Gordon,
Parents,
18 Feb. 2026
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Delaying his return also increases the Mavericks’ chances to secure the highest possible lottery position for this summer’s NBA draft.—
Mike Curtis,
Dallas Morning News,
18 Feb. 2026
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The seven Harry Potter books are canon; fan fiction that couples Hermione and Malfoy is not.—
Colton Valentine,
New Yorker,
24 Jan. 2026
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The first, is to use large-scale solar energy as in the form of agrivoltaics that couples large scale solar farms with an increase in agricultural products.—
Joshua Pearce,
Forbes.com,
17 Jan. 2026
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Without aluminum alloys and other metallic mixtures, assembly lines churning out modern tanks, trucks and airplanes would grind to a halt.—
Thomas Robertson,
Fortune,
17 Feb. 2026
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In alloys, the impurities act as roadblocks that heat helps the metal overcome.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Feb. 2026
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According to the company, Roboto Origin has attracted top global talent, from university researchers to Fortune 500 engineers and startup technical teams, forming a collaborative network that accelerates innovation beyond individual organizations.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Feb. 2026
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Once average winter temperatures hit minus-8 degrees Celsius (17 Fahrenheit), snow loss accelerates rapidly even with modest increases in warming, the researchers found.—
Laura Paddison,
CNN Money,
10 Feb. 2026
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The boutique- and restaurant-packed Da’an district starts just down the street, and the Taipei Arena subway station around the corner connects you to the rest of the city with ease.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Feb. 2026
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The bridge, which connects the state's Upper and Lower Peninsulas, has been closed intermittently throughout the week due to falling ice and weather conditions.—
Tanya Wildt,
Freep.com,
21 Feb. 2026
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Your 5th House of Creativity and Romance warms as the nurturing Moon blends with loving Venus there, encouraging playful expression that potentially heals old insecurities as well.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
18 Feb. 2026
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That matters more than ever as nonalcoholic cocktails move beyond juice blends and into zero-proof spirits that cost enough to feel like an indulgence.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Feb. 2026
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The love expands, the circle widens, the tradition shifts.—
Natasha Pickowicz,
Vogue,
20 Feb. 2026
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Last month, Illinois took a major step forward with the signing of the Clean Slate Act (HB 1836), a bipartisan law that expands opportunity and strengthens Illinois’ economy.—
Curtis Reed,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Feb. 2026
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“Compounds.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compounds. Accessed 26 Feb. 2026.
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