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
But critics also note widespread conflation of antisemitism with criticism of Israel.
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Elisabeth Weber, The Conversation, 17 June 2025
The conflation of marginal tax rate with effective tax rate is a common source of confusion.
—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
See All Example Sentences for conflation
Elisabeth Weber, The Conversation, 17 June 2025
The conflation of marginal tax rate with effective tax rate is a common source of confusion.
—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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for conflation
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Roll the brown-butter sugar cookie dough balls in a cinnamon-sugar mixture for the perfect melt in your mouth sweet.—
Cameron Beall,
Southern Living,
17 Aug. 2025
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Combined with lacy-crunchy pan-fried shrimp, and showered in a piquant mixture of peppercorns, salt, and sugar, the dish sets taste buds ablaze.—
Chris Morocco,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
14 Aug. 2025
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That are watered down amalgamations of schlocky 21st century rock hits by Mumford and Sons, Panic At the Disco, and Imagine Dragons.—
Ramon Ramirez,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
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Our hope is that Cane is an amalgamation of all of the terrible billionaires in the world.—
Ryan Gajewski,
HollywoodReporter,
5 Aug. 2025
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Cordoba, Spain This city in the southern region of the Iberian peninsula offers an amalgam of history—it’s been inhabited at different periods by Roman, Islamic, and Christian populations, and each culture has left its stamp on Cordoba’s architecture, food, and art.—
Peter Terzian,
Travel + Leisure,
8 July 2025
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Just like a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, the future of software application development appears to be an amalgam of two very appealing ingredients.—
Adrian Bridgwater,
Forbes.com,
4 Aug. 2025
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Its soundtrack will be available in a Dolby Atmos mix, too, that builds a hemisphere of sound around and above the viewer for the ultimate in movie immersion.—
John Archer,
Forbes.com,
14 Aug. 2025
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Officers learned that the mother, father and their 1-year-old child were all present at the home when the mother noticed some discoloration on a foot of a family dog, a 4-year-old pit bull and boxer mix.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
13 Aug. 2025
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Featuring a blend of SPF 30, mandarin-peel extract, light-adjusting technology, luminous pearls, and microcrystals, this foundation refines skin texture, reduces the look of hyperpigmentation, and smooths fine lines.—
Jenny Berg,
Vogue,
13 Aug. 2025
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Again, the information was simple, but the act was deliberate — a blend of preparation and intimidation.—
Matt Pyzdrowski,
New York Times,
13 Aug. 2025
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Who has been the best player in pre-season? Results and performances in pre-season have been underwhelming, so picking out a star performer is difficult, but new captain Joao Gomes has probably been the stand-out player with a combination of energy, leadership and composure in possession.—
Steve Madeley,
New York Times,
13 Aug. 2025
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If the combination isn’t frothing, stir up the mixture until foam appears.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
13 Aug. 2025
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Nickel is primarily used to make stainless steel and other alloy steels, as well as batteries.—
Lauren Kent,
CNN Money,
14 Aug. 2025
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Its name comes from the metal that forms its distinctive head—kansa, or bell metal—a healing alloy of copper and tin celebrated for its ability to promote lymphatic drainage and restore balance to the skin.—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
13 Aug. 2025
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That fusion of sports and technology is reshaping not just what fans experience, but how teams think, react and compete—allowing fans to become interactive participants and turning stadiums into smarter ecosystems.—
Emily Ketchen,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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The father/son dynamic is pronounced as Hank wrestles comically with boba-tea culture and eco-infrastructure, while Bobby pursues a fusion Japanese-German barbecue.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
14 Aug. 2025
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“Conflation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conflation. Accessed 27 Aug. 2025.
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