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
Laura Jayne Waters, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
How Adaptogens Work in Mocktails Adaptogens are a class of plant compounds known for helping the body resist the effects of physical, emotional and environmental stress.
—Lauren Schuster, Kansas City Star, 27 May 2026
Such weapons were designed to combat rioters and soldiers, and their compounds are toxic, especially to children, who breathe more rapidly than adults relative to their body weight.
—Lisa Song, ProPublica, 27 May 2026
Many of those operations used petrochemical products and solvents such as resins, adhesives and acrylic compounds like methyl methacrylate, the chemical at the center of the Orange County crisis.
—Los Angeles Times, 27 May 2026
Boiling may actually increase nitrate concentration because water evaporates while the nitrate compounds remain behind.
—Ryan Brennan
may 27, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 May 2026
Forever chemicals are synthetic compounds called PFAS that are used in products like nonstick cookware, waterproof clothing and food packaging.
—Ryan Brennan
may 27, Charlotte Observer, 27 May 2026
Both adaptogens and nootropics fall underneath this umbrella, though nootropics can also be synthetic compounds made in a lab.
—Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 27 May 2026
Scientists estimate there are more than 14,000 PFAS compounds.
—Ryan Brennan, Sacbee.com, 20 May 2026
Nell Derick Debevoise Dewey, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
The supply chain Dave Thomas built is a competitive asset that compounds over time and can’t be replicated quickly by a competitor who chose differently.
—Pete Suerken, Fortune, 28 May 2026
Not a series of one-off bets, but a flywheel that compounds over time.
—Daren Smith, IndieWire, 27 May 2026
Meanwhile the debt compounds, contributing to interest payments that now outstrip the annual cost of the military.
—Matt Peterson, CNBC, 27 May 2026
These compounds drift through the battery, causing slow reactions and reducing efficiency over time.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 12 May 2026
Some of those chemicals are endocrine disruptors—compounds that interfere with the body's hormone systems and have been linked to a range of health concerns, including certain cancers.
—Angela Haupt, Time, 8 May 2026
The mushroom contains hericenones and erinacines, compounds that stimulate nerve growth factor and support neuron growth and survival.
—Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 7 May 2026
This compounds the mess inherent to cooking with a young child, who, turns out, is apt to get as much flour on the floor as inside the bowl.
—Rachel Tepper Paley, Bon Appetit Magazine, 7 May 2026
Noun
One compounds; the other has a high burn rate.
—Laura Jayne Waters, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
How Adaptogens Work in Mocktails Adaptogens are a class of plant compounds known for helping the body resist the effects of physical, emotional and environmental stress.
—Lauren Schuster, Kansas City Star, 27 May 2026
Such weapons were designed to combat rioters and soldiers, and their compounds are toxic, especially to children, who breathe more rapidly than adults relative to their body weight.
—Lisa Song, ProPublica, 27 May 2026
Many of those operations used petrochemical products and solvents such as resins, adhesives and acrylic compounds like methyl methacrylate, the chemical at the center of the Orange County crisis.
—Los Angeles Times, 27 May 2026
Boiling may actually increase nitrate concentration because water evaporates while the nitrate compounds remain behind.
—Ryan Brennan
may 27, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 May 2026
Forever chemicals are synthetic compounds called PFAS that are used in products like nonstick cookware, waterproof clothing and food packaging.
—Ryan Brennan
may 27, Charlotte Observer, 27 May 2026
Both adaptogens and nootropics fall underneath this umbrella, though nootropics can also be synthetic compounds made in a lab.
—Lauren Schuster, Miami Herald, 27 May 2026
Scientists estimate there are more than 14,000 PFAS compounds.
—Ryan Brennan, Sacbee.com, 20 May 2026
Verb
But when your activities are genuinely aligned – when a single meeting serves your growth, your relationships, and your team’s development simultaneously – the work itself compounds.
—Nell Derick Debevoise Dewey, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
The supply chain Dave Thomas built is a competitive asset that compounds over time and can’t be replicated quickly by a competitor who chose differently.
—Pete Suerken, Fortune, 28 May 2026
Not a series of one-off bets, but a flywheel that compounds over time.
—Daren Smith, IndieWire, 27 May 2026
Meanwhile the debt compounds, contributing to interest payments that now outstrip the annual cost of the military.
—Matt Peterson, CNBC, 27 May 2026
These compounds drift through the battery, causing slow reactions and reducing efficiency over time.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 12 May 2026
Some of those chemicals are endocrine disruptors—compounds that interfere with the body's hormone systems and have been linked to a range of health concerns, including certain cancers.
—Angela Haupt, Time, 8 May 2026
The mushroom contains hericenones and erinacines, compounds that stimulate nerve growth factor and support neuron growth and survival.
—Allison Palmer, Charlotte Observer, 7 May 2026
This compounds the mess inherent to cooking with a young child, who, turns out, is apt to get as much flour on the floor as inside the bowl.
—Rachel Tepper Paley, Bon Appetit Magazine, 7 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for compounds
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Within it, the team can vaporize mixtures containing uranium, cerium, and cesium, and then control how the vapor is cooled.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
24 May 2026
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Divers often use specialized breathing mixtures, such as nitrogen and oxygen, to prevent this condition.—
Lex Harvey,
CNN Money,
20 May 2026
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The chance of rain increases a bit during the beginning of next workweek.—
Cutter Martin,
CBS News,
27 May 2026
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In such environments, adding more dashboards increases cognitive load rather than clarity.—
Krupesh Bhat,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
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Much less attention is paid to the It couples whose love stories dominated headlines at the turn of the 20th century, however.—
Emma Banks,
InStyle,
23 May 2026
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McKenzie was even more ahead of the pack in the Traditional style, which couples each lifter’s best bench press with their clean-and-jerk mark.—
Buddy Collings,
The Orlando Sentinel,
8 May 2026
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These include serving as a flying test bed for in orbit manufacturing of alloys, composite materials, and fibers as well as research and production of space medicine.—
Aditya Jadhav,
Interesting Engineering,
18 May 2026
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Move up to Centre-Line trim for an additional £2,500 and the CX-5 gains 19-inch alloys, leather upholstery, a powered tailgate, keyless entry, a heated steering wheel, a head-up display and wireless smartphone connectivity.—
Matthew MacConnell,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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The compounding accelerates in year three.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2026
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The plan raises questions about training, cost and safety, risks further militarizing daily life, and signals mounting strain on Russia’s conventional air defenses as Ukraine accelerates drone innovation.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
27 May 2026
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Over 40 hours Like the Texas Eagle, the Southwest Chief connects Chicago and Los Angeles.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
23 May 2026
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This strategic collaboration aims to redefine how the national team connects with its global fanbase.—
Sportico Staff,
Sportico.com,
22 May 2026
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Flannery, a prolific singer-songwriter, blends bluegrass, country and rock, and has 14 albums to his credit.—
Regina Elling,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 May 2026
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Perhaps the most defining silhouette, safari field jackets with drop shoulders and bellow pockets, are offered in several weights and yarn blends, including the luxurious Giza 45 cotton, in addition to linen, silk and lightweight wool.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
26 May 2026
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The rollout of Gemini Omni Flash is currently limited to select subscription tiers in the Gemini app, with broader access expected as the deployment expands.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
22 May 2026
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In an interview included in press notes for the documentary, the director expands on his vision of providing a balanced view of history.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
22 May 2026
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“Compounds.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/compounds. Accessed 29 May. 2026.
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