as in mixture
a distinct entity formed by the combining of two or more different things
the word "robustious" is probably a conflation of "robust" and "boisterous"
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Recent Examples of conflation
The conflation of marginal tax rate with effective tax rate is a common source of confusion.
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Shahar Ziv, Forbes.com, 8 May 2025
At least part of this antagonism is due to a psychology of conflation, by which a typical homeowner reflexively associates the notion of any homeless neighbor with the most dangerous depictions of the unsheltered: the addict desperate for a fix, the lunatic raging at unseen demons.
—Jeff Hobbs, Time, 10 Apr. 2025
Even worse, this conflation of language and belonging is tied to deportation efforts.
—Annie Abbott, Chicago Tribune, 3 Mar. 2025
The Role of Religion Culturally, there are still problematic conflations of yoga as religion or as a function of religious dogma that preclude many from practicing yoga.
—Tamika Caston-Miller, Outside Online, 26 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for conflation
Shahar Ziv, Forbes.com, 8 May 2025
At least part of this antagonism is due to a psychology of conflation, by which a typical homeowner reflexively associates the notion of any homeless neighbor with the most dangerous depictions of the unsheltered: the addict desperate for a fix, the lunatic raging at unseen demons.
—Jeff Hobbs, Time, 10 Apr. 2025
Even worse, this conflation of language and belonging is tied to deportation efforts.
—Annie Abbott, Chicago Tribune, 3 Mar. 2025
The Role of Religion Culturally, there are still problematic conflations of yoga as religion or as a function of religious dogma that preclude many from practicing yoga.
—Tamika Caston-Miller, Outside Online, 26 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for conflation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for conflation
Noun
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Divide the steak and onion mixture into four equal portions in the pan and top each portion with 2 slices of cheese.—
Robin Miller,
AZCentral.com,
25 July 2025
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As the mixture chills, churns, and stirs, ice crystals slowly form, turning it into soft ice cream that can then be frozen further to firm up.—
Adam Campbell-Schmitt,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
24 July 2025
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The blended communities aren’t random animal amalgamations–zoologists believe the populations coalesce for mutual defense against predators.—
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
23 July 2025
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The character of Pee Wee was an amalgamation of 1950s kids shows like The Shari Lewis Show and the the freneticism of the 1980s LA punk scene.—
Matt Shaw,
Forbes.com,
28 June 2025
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Lobel’s Original is located at 30 Rock at Rockefeller Center, which is an amalgam of restaurants, bars and take-out shops including Daily Provisions, Madras Dosa, Tipsy Baker and Ace’s Pizza.—
Gary Stern,
Forbes.com,
24 June 2025
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But Spielberg’s amalgam of Friday-night-appointment moviegoing, Saturday-matinee excitement, and Sunday-morning wooziness still feels like an apex predator unto itself.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
20 June 2025
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On a sequential basis, Linde sales benefited from both an increase in volume and price increases and a favorable product mix.—
Zev Fima,
CNBC,
1 Aug. 2025
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Tidwell sits at 96 on his fastball, has a four-pitch mix and needs to prove his command is good enough to start.—
Eno Sarris,
New York Times,
1 Aug. 2025
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Backcountry Venture Daily Pant Made from a breathable, stretchy cotton blend, these hiking pants are designed to keep you comfortable on casual hikes.—
Rebecca Shinners,
Travel + Leisure,
2 Aug. 2025
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The Miracle Hair Oil in 30-milliliter travel size is a lightweight 5-in-1 oil blend containing kukui nut, babassu and pracaxi oils, alongside quinoa extract and green walnut.—
Nicole Trilivas,
Forbes.com,
2 Aug. 2025
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Diphenhydramine appears in over 300 OTC formulations, often blended into combination products for coughs, colds and flu.—
Asuka Koda,
CNN Money,
1 Aug. 2025
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For its lethal injection, Florida uses a combination of a sedative, a paralytic and a drug that stops the heart, the outlet reported, citing the state Department of Corrections.—
Lesley Cosme Torres,
People.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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The aluminum alloy keyboard is perfect for a customizer's dream.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
11 July 2025
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Free of synthetic coatings, glazes, or metallic alloys that may degrade or release harmful microplastics and materials over time.—
Connie Etemadi,
USA Today,
9 July 2025
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There are daily wellness classes such as aerial yoga, core workouts, tone & stretch, and yoga and pilates fusion and in-room spa treatments such as a body polish, Lomi Lomi massage and after sun replenishing treatment.—
Laurie Werner,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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The experimental, 10-track mixtape sees Balvin playfully expand his signature reggaeton sound with fusions of hip-hop, merengue, salsa and drill rap.—
Edward Segarra,
USA Today,
23 July 2025
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“Conflation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conflation. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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