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
Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 5 Feb. 2026
Key Takeaways Monk fruit does not significantly raise blood sugar because its sweet compounds are not metabolized like regular sugar.
—Maggie O'Neill, Verywell Health, 4 Feb. 2026
The amount of estrogen or estrogen-producing compounds in your supplement is important.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 4 Feb. 2026
That’s because the microbes in your gastrointestinal tract convert resistant starch into compounds that reduce inflammation, lower your risk of chronic diseases, strengthen your overall gut health and lower your blood sugar and cholesterol levels.
—Anahad O’Connor, Washington Post, 3 Feb. 2026
Garlic Garlic provides sulfur-containing compounds, such as allicin, that have been studied for their role in supporting immune cell activity.
—Lindsey Desoto, Health, 3 Feb. 2026
Kratom products are not regulated and have more than 50 biologically active compounds in it.
—Gary Kirkilas Ii, Boston Herald, 1 Feb. 2026
In the same period, military programs tested dispersal of bacteria and chemical compounds over American cities and neighborhoods to evaluate vulnerabilities to biological or chemical warfare.
—Akilah Weber Pierson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Jan. 2026
Astronomers have detected simple organic molecules drifting through interstellar clouds and preserved in meteorites and comets, indicating that biologically important compounds can form in space and be delivered to planetary surfaces.
—Victoria Corless, Space.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 29 Jan. 2026
The discord surrounding the bill compounds headwinds facing the crypto industry during a rough few months that have seen prices fall significantly.
—Carlos Garcia, Fortune, 27 Jan. 2026
And exposure to the cold only compounds the cardiac strain, as low temperatures alone can cause blood vessels to constrict and blood pressure to spike, which are risk factors for heart attacks.
—Emily Mae Czachor, CBS News, 26 Jan. 2026
The speed asymmetry compounds this.
—Güney Yıldız, Forbes.com, 24 Jan. 2026
The disproportionate impact on Black and Latino youth further compounds systemic inequities and perpetuates cycles of harm.
—Gladys Carrión, New York Daily News, 21 Jan. 2026
The researchers discovered that monk fruit has plenty of terpenoids, or compounds with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties; flavonoids, which can reduce oxidative stress in the body; and amino acids.
—Korin Miller, SELF, 15 Jan. 2026
The delay compounds last May’s setback, when the city of Dallas informed the Wings that Memorial Auditorium downtown won’t be refurbished in time to host WNBA games until 2027, a year later than planned.
—Brad Townsend, Dallas Morning News, 15 Jan. 2026
Noun
This biological bonding process creates natural mineral compounds, transforming bulky landfill waste into high-performance insulation capable of withstanding extreme heat up to 1,000°C (1,832°F).
—Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 5 Feb. 2026
Key Takeaways Monk fruit does not significantly raise blood sugar because its sweet compounds are not metabolized like regular sugar.
—Maggie O'Neill, Verywell Health, 4 Feb. 2026
The amount of estrogen or estrogen-producing compounds in your supplement is important.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 4 Feb. 2026
That’s because the microbes in your gastrointestinal tract convert resistant starch into compounds that reduce inflammation, lower your risk of chronic diseases, strengthen your overall gut health and lower your blood sugar and cholesterol levels.
—Anahad O’Connor, Washington Post, 3 Feb. 2026
Garlic Garlic provides sulfur-containing compounds, such as allicin, that have been studied for their role in supporting immune cell activity.
—Lindsey Desoto, Health, 3 Feb. 2026
Kratom products are not regulated and have more than 50 biologically active compounds in it.
—Gary Kirkilas Ii, Boston Herald, 1 Feb. 2026
In the same period, military programs tested dispersal of bacteria and chemical compounds over American cities and neighborhoods to evaluate vulnerabilities to biological or chemical warfare.
—Akilah Weber Pierson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Jan. 2026
Astronomers have detected simple organic molecules drifting through interstellar clouds and preserved in meteorites and comets, indicating that biologically important compounds can form in space and be delivered to planetary surfaces.
—Victoria Corless, Space.com, 28 Jan. 2026
Verb
Earnest and likable but never quite enough to make Simon a proper person, Markiplier’s performance compounds that problem.
—Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 29 Jan. 2026
The discord surrounding the bill compounds headwinds facing the crypto industry during a rough few months that have seen prices fall significantly.
—Carlos Garcia, Fortune, 27 Jan. 2026
And exposure to the cold only compounds the cardiac strain, as low temperatures alone can cause blood vessels to constrict and blood pressure to spike, which are risk factors for heart attacks.
—Emily Mae Czachor, CBS News, 26 Jan. 2026
The speed asymmetry compounds this.
—Güney Yıldız, Forbes.com, 24 Jan. 2026
The disproportionate impact on Black and Latino youth further compounds systemic inequities and perpetuates cycles of harm.
—Gladys Carrión, New York Daily News, 21 Jan. 2026
The researchers discovered that monk fruit has plenty of terpenoids, or compounds with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties; flavonoids, which can reduce oxidative stress in the body; and amino acids.
—Korin Miller, SELF, 15 Jan. 2026
The delay compounds last May’s setback, when the city of Dallas informed the Wings that Memorial Auditorium downtown won’t be refurbished in time to host WNBA games until 2027, a year later than planned.
—Brad Townsend, Dallas Morning News, 15 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for compounds
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The natural sugars of beet juice lower the freezing point of water, allowing salt mixtures to work at much lower temperatures and preventing refreezing, while also helping salt stick to the road longer.—
Jeff Martin,
Fortune,
23 Jan. 2026
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How to Recycle Batteries Different batteries are made using different mixtures of chemical elements and metals such as mercury, lead, cadmium, nickel, and silver, while others may contain cobalt, lithium, and graphite that are treated as critical minerals by the United States Geological Survey.—
Katherine Gallagher,
Treehugger,
20 Jan. 2026
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PlayStation consoles rely on a type of dynamic random access memory, or DRAM, chips, which are in short supply as demand from artificial intelligence and data center operators increases.—
Dylan Butts,
CNBC,
5 Feb. 2026
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However, stacking many layers increases the electrical contact resistance at their interfaces, which leads to energy losses and limits overall efficiency, as per the release.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
5 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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But while gold was the highest-value good that attracted much of the attention, particularly from outside Africa, the routes also carried other items that were valued at the time, including glass beads, ceramics, and copper alloys.—
Yinka Adegoke,
semafor.com,
23 Jan. 2026
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Early tests on other metals and alloys found similar reversals in strength behavior when deformation rates become extreme.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Jan. 2026
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By streamlining the training pipeline, Dobot’s approach accelerates data acquisition, facilitates faster model development, and reduces the time from training to deployment, thereby lowering both time and operational costs.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
4 Feb. 2026
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The eclipse in your sign accelerates your reinvention process, but impatience can trigger unnecessary conflict.—
Valerie Mesa,
PEOPLE,
3 Feb. 2026
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When you’re finished recording, launch the Plaud app on your phone and the Note Pro connects and automatically begins transferring the file via Bluetooth.—
Dwight Silverman,
Houston Chronicle,
31 Jan. 2026
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But the smarter play is to keep looking for the fresh thing that connects.—
John Warner,
Chicago Tribune,
31 Jan. 2026
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Part true crime and part cartoon, the film blends community, the war on drugs, and a whole lot of weed with the humor and heart of the folks who lived it.—
Kirby Adams,
Louisville Courier Journal,
4 Feb. 2026
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While demand for soft and authentic fabrics remains strong—Sharabati achieves both through fiber blends such as Tencel, Egyptian cotton and hemp—Erik said there is a shift in aesthetics.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
4 Feb. 2026
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Accessibility There is one fully accessible treehouse (and more ADA rooms to come as Lovango expands in future phases).—
Todd Plummer,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Jan. 2026
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Advocate expands educational opportunities for workers The health system is also prioritizing long-term career growth.—
Chase Jordan,
Charlotte Observer,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Compounds.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compounds. Accessed 6 Feb. 2026.
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