1
as in confusing
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 combining
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 conflating
Griffin warned that erosion of Fed independence could lead to Americans conflating the White House and central bank.
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Preston Fore, Fortune, 27 Sep. 2025
That’s part of the reason people have such an easy time conflating you with your character.
—Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 19 Sep. 2025
Gustafson said the marketing efforts are an example of the parking district boards, which often serve also as business improvement districts, conflating their marketing roles with their roles overseeing parking money.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Sep. 2025
This is what most of the pundits and GenAI enthusiasts miss, conflating massive (and real) productivity gains at the level of the task with impact for organizations – and society.
—London Business School, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Since it was awarded non-profit status in 1948, the year of the Nakba, the ADL has been committed to strategically conflating Jewishness with Israel.
—Sahar Mustafah
august 27, Literary Hub, 27 Aug. 2025
Trump, though, appeared to be conflating the FCC‘s equal time rule with the fairness doctrine.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 27 Aug. 2025
The anti-vaccine scion embarrassment to his famous political family is also conflating pharmaceutical corporations with professional organizations of medical practitioners and researchers that exist separate and apart from the industry.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 21 Aug. 2025
Preston Fore, Fortune, 27 Sep. 2025
That’s part of the reason people have such an easy time conflating you with your character.
—Carly Thomas, HollywoodReporter, 19 Sep. 2025
Gustafson said the marketing efforts are an example of the parking district boards, which often serve also as business improvement districts, conflating their marketing roles with their roles overseeing parking money.
—David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Sep. 2025
This is what most of the pundits and GenAI enthusiasts miss, conflating massive (and real) productivity gains at the level of the task with impact for organizations – and society.
—London Business School, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Since it was awarded non-profit status in 1948, the year of the Nakba, the ADL has been committed to strategically conflating Jewishness with Israel.
—Sahar Mustafah
august 27, Literary Hub, 27 Aug. 2025
Trump, though, appeared to be conflating the FCC‘s equal time rule with the fairness doctrine.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 27 Aug. 2025
The anti-vaccine scion embarrassment to his famous political family is also conflating pharmaceutical corporations with professional organizations of medical practitioners and researchers that exist separate and apart from the industry.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 21 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for conflating
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CarShield has received positive comments for its breadth of coverage and quick response times, although some policyholders have complained about claim denials, fine-print surprises and confusing sales practices.—
Brian Sloan,
CNBC,
3 Oct. 2025
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The merger will divide Elon, confusing prospective and current students.—
Saleen Martin,
USA Today,
2 Oct. 2025
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The announcement was made in a press release for a unique event combining art and wrestling.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
30 Sep. 2025
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Nationally, when combining both renters and homeowners, housing costs equaled about 21% of median household income in 2024, according to a SmartAsset analysis of Census Bureau data.—
Mike Winters,
CNBC,
30 Sep. 2025
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Her father had bought it at the county fair; the vender, mistaking it for yet another replica Native ceremonial mask, had all but given it away.—
David Wright Faladé,
New Yorker,
28 Sep. 2025
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Hough also noted that he was distracted by the It's Complicated star's presence in the audience, persistently mistaking the actor for his own father.—
Maureen Lee Lenker,
Entertainment Weekly,
17 Sep. 2025
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The first video work in the series, Ready Mix, 2021, follows the strangely hypnotic rumble of cement production at an Idaho mixing plant, from sand to finished block.—
Anne Reeve,
Artforum,
1 Oct. 2025
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Plus, the unique colors are great for standing out at the gym or mixing into your capsule wardrobe; throw on an oversized hoodie or a denim jacket for an easy off-duty outfit.—
Jenifer Calle,
Glamour,
30 Sep. 2025
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For adQuadrant, integrating AI branding tools significantly elevated creative output, by enabling quicker ad experimentation and empowering the team to consistently deliver impactful campaigns.—
Derya Matras,
Fortune,
4 Oct. 2025
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It’s command structure also transcends traditional nation-state borders by integrating Iranian, Lebanese and Iraqi commanders.—
Caitlin McFall,
FOXNews.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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Paloma Elsesser stars in Coperni’s latest C+ carewear campaign, merging comfort with cutting-edge style.—
Mecca Pryor,
Essence,
6 Oct. 2025
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Neytiri, Jake, Tonowari, and Ronal attend a watery council meeting of nine Tulkun whales, and Spider, a human capable of breathing on Pandora, is shown merging with Eywa.—
Jeff Spry,
Space.com,
1 Oct. 2025
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Castlecore Castlecore continues to enchant Pinterest users, blending medieval fantasy with mystical, whimsical elements.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Oct. 2025
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This recipe calls for scooping out two cups of the bean-and-onion mixture, blending it with crushed tortilla chips, and then returning it to the pot.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
6 Oct. 2025
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For Atlanta designer Jessica Davis, sourcing authentic vintage is the key to incorporating vintage prep for the earth-conscious homeowner.—
Lauren Jones,
Southern Living,
6 Oct. 2025
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These looks often emphasize exaggerated features, painted-on rosy cheeks, and stitched details, incorporating eerie and whimsical elements.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Oct. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Conflating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conflating. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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