1
as in confused
to fail to differentiate (a thing) from something similar or related
be careful not to conflate gossip with real news
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as in mixed
to turn into a single mass or entity that is more or less the same throughout
the movie conflates documentary footage and dramatized reenactments so seamlessly and ingeniously that viewers may not know what is real and what is not
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Recent Examples of conflated
Huang said this demonstrates the difference between a job’s task and its purpose, which often get conflated by AI doomsayers.
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Jason Ma, Fortune, 2 May 2026
But some researchers told the Science Media Center that the Cochrane review conflated failed drugs such as aducanumab with newer ones, thus hiding the effect of the more modern treatments.
—Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 17 Apr. 2026
Yet these are distinct objectives that are often conflated.
—Scott Solomon, The Conversation, 27 Mar. 2026
Pro-Palestinian demonstrators, among them some Jews, say criticism of Israel’s actions is not antisemitism, though Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his supporters have conflated the two.
—ABC News, 24 Mar. 2026
Although Beryl based the fictional character Stella on herself, the two should not be conflated.
—Brendan King, Harpers Magazine, 24 Mar. 2026
Conservative congregations are different from conservatism in the political sense, Honig explained, but the terms are often conflated.
—Claire Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026
She is popularly conflated with Jodha Bai, who has been rendered severally in art, literature, and cinema, but who may have been fictional rather than historical.
—Gitanjali Roy, Encyclopedia Britannica, 5 Mar. 2026
Noem has also conflated releases with apprehensions.
—Anna Giaritelli, The Washington Examiner, 28 Feb. 2026
Jason Ma, Fortune, 2 May 2026
But some researchers told the Science Media Center that the Cochrane review conflated failed drugs such as aducanumab with newer ones, thus hiding the effect of the more modern treatments.
—Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 17 Apr. 2026
Yet these are distinct objectives that are often conflated.
—Scott Solomon, The Conversation, 27 Mar. 2026
Pro-Palestinian demonstrators, among them some Jews, say criticism of Israel’s actions is not antisemitism, though Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his supporters have conflated the two.
—ABC News, 24 Mar. 2026
Although Beryl based the fictional character Stella on herself, the two should not be conflated.
—Brendan King, Harpers Magazine, 24 Mar. 2026
Conservative congregations are different from conservatism in the political sense, Honig explained, but the terms are often conflated.
—Claire Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 17 Mar. 2026
She is popularly conflated with Jodha Bai, who has been rendered severally in art, literature, and cinema, but who may have been fictional rather than historical.
—Gitanjali Roy, Encyclopedia Britannica, 5 Mar. 2026
Noem has also conflated releases with apprehensions.
—Anna Giaritelli, The Washington Examiner, 28 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for conflated
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At first, Liza Ginette was distraught and confused at her children’s silence.—
Madeline Holcombe,
CNN Money,
10 May 2026
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The red, purple or sometimes gold root vegetable — not to be confused with its white cousin, the sugar beet — is low-calorie and packed with nutrients and compounds linked to benefits, ranging from brain health to athletic performance.—
Teresa Mull,
FOXNews.com,
9 May 2026
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Fennel, cumin, coriander and black pepper perfume sistani, another round flatbread with barley mixed into the wheat flour for a nutty taste and pliant crumb.—
Bill Addison,
Los Angeles Times,
9 May 2026
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The list was mostly made up for the originals and the three prequels, with a couple Disney TV installments (Andor) mixed in.—
Zach Dean OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
8 May 2026
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Johannes and Astier combined for 22 points and seven assists on the night.—
Fiifi Frimpong,
New York Daily News,
9 May 2026
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More than 400,000 square feet of gyms, locker rooms, meeting rooms and community spaces are combined with 17 playing spaces, including two regulation-size indoor fields.—
Irene Wright,
USA Today,
8 May 2026
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The shootings took place on a Sunday morning, apparently after Betty Broderick received a letter from her ex-husband’s attorney, according to a 1990 story in The San Diego Union, one of the two newspapers that later merged to become The San Diego Union-Tribune.—
Jeff McDonald,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 May 2026
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Where more than one program seeks to address the same problem, the less effective should be merged into the other.—
Rose Evans
May 6,
Idaho Statesman,
6 May 2026
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The company has integrated e-cargo delivery bikes into its last-mile operations in some cities over the past few years.—
Annie Palmer,
CNBC,
12 May 2026
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The goal is to have systems that work together so that radar made by different companies in different countries can be integrated to share data and track threats, King said.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
12 May 2026
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The 25-year-old has amalgamated his global upbringing, modern life experiences, and keen musical talents to create a unique sound.—
DeMicia Inman,
VIBE.com,
6 Oct. 2025
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The swim, revealed in government emails obtained by The Associated Press, comes to light amid criticism over Patel’s use of the FBI plane and his global travel that has blended professional responsibilities with leisure activities.—
Jim Mustian,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2026
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The House voted 218-203 to pass the Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act, which would allow the sale of gasoline blended with 15% ethanol year‑round nationwide.—
Hailey Bullis,
The Washington Examiner,
13 May 2026
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Recycled materials are incorporated into the design, from the roof shingles and steel to a coal-burning byproduct called fly ash that is incorporated with the building’s concrete.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
14 May 2026
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Whether through Halloween trunk-or-treat events, holiday toy and food drives or other outreach initiatives incorporated into the hiring process, the department has created an environment where recruitment and community engagement naturally work together.—
Joy Lepola-Stewart,
Baltimore Sun,
14 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Conflated.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conflated. Accessed 16 May. 2026.
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