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
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.
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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
Its outlook, albeit widespread, should not be confused with expertise—but the idea of the Blob has become so slippery as to enable such conflation.
—Emma Ashford, Foreign Affairs, 29 May 2020
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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
Its outlook, albeit widespread, should not be confused with expertise—but the idea of the Blob has become so slippery as to enable such conflation.
—Emma Ashford, Foreign Affairs, 29 May 2020
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for conflation
Noun
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Once the mixture is combined, add peanut butter and continue to mix until combined.—
Claudia Alarcón,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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Brush butter mixture over tops of rolls and sprinkle with parsley.—
Elizabeth Nelson,
Southern Living,
30 June 2025
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The universe containing Marty and Felicia is only in Chuck's head — an amalgamation of people and experiences from throughout his life.—
Ashley Boucher,
EW.com,
6 June 2025
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The album musically represents an amalgamation of both John’s and Carlile’s sounds, blending Carlile’s folk and country sensibilities with John’s signature brand of pop.—
Chris Malone Méndez,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 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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So many of my current favorite shoe trends, including kitten heels and extra-cushy sneakers, are in the mix and ready to punch up your next outfit.—
Jake Henry Smith,
Glamour,
8 July 2025
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So for us, the Little Rock Zoo was the perfect mix of audience and education.—
Harley Walls,
arkansasonline.com,
8 July 2025
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The result is a dynamic blend of heritage and local character that feels both fresh and iconic.—
Yola Robert,
Forbes.com,
9 July 2025
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This effect is likely due to its soothing blend of natural butters and oils.—
Erin Bunch,
Glamour,
9 July 2025
Noun
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Along with lemon, cilantro, garlic and a touch of parmesan, the combination creates a refreshing spread or dip for vegetables and crackers.—
arkansasonline.com,
arkansasonline.com,
8 July 2025
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For your outdoor space, add privacy and greenery with this planter box and trellis combination.—
Shea Simmons,
Southern Living,
8 July 2025
Noun
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The reborn Mini also benefits from a suspension system tuned for modern comfort, upgraded brakes with vented and grooved 8.4-inch rotors, and a set of new alloy wheels designed by Callum.—
Alistair Charlton,
Forbes.com,
26 June 2025
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Chrome molybdenum and chrome vanadium steels are both steel alloys that are used in high-end tools.—
Gabriel Morgan,
Better Homes & Gardens,
30 June 2025
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En bref, Paris has mastered post-Olympic fusion tourism.—
Blythe Lawrence,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
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The crisis in the eastern DRC, which shares a border with Rwanda and harbors large deposits of minerals critical to the production of electronics, is a fusion of complex issues.—
Nimi Princewill,
CNN Money,
27 June 2025
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“Conflation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conflation. Accessed 14 Jul. 2025.
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