conjugating

verb

present participle of conjugate
1
as in combining
to come together to form a single unit biological cells conjugating under a microscope

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2
as in connecting
to put or bring together so as to form a new and longer whole conjugate polymers in a chemistry lab

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Recent Examples of conjugating For example, another scene in the series depicts several couples conjugating simultaneously in a common room full of bunk beds, which definitely never happened. — Jane Borden, Rolling Stone, 15 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for conjugating
  1. combining
  2. connecting
  3. fusing
  4. integrating
  5. coupling
  6. stringing
  7. linking
  8. interconnecting
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  • The calculation refers to nominal total returns, combining coupon income and changes in the bond's market price.
    — Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 3 Sep. 2026
  • By combining central load absorption, multi-axis flexibility, and active retraction control, the Robotrax system offers plant engineers and system integrators a reliable path toward maximizing robot uptime and reducing total operational costs.
    — IEEE Spectrum, IEEE Spectrum, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of combining
Verb
  • At Crystal Bridges, however, the house is considered within a wider continuum of American art — connecting what came out of the country’s ground with what its artists and designers imagined from it.
    — Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2026
  • The family spent three years completely renovating the space, partnering with Milan’s Palomba e Serafini to create a restrained, contemporary space with bold features including a chic spiral staircase connecting the entrance to the mezzanine.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Sep. 2026
Definition of connecting
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  • To experience a thicker, chewier noodle, order the tsukemen (dipping-style ramen) with a broth, as dense as gravy, fusing the essences of pork, chicken and fish.
    — Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 30 Aug. 2026
  • In recent years, however, a younger generation of entrepreneurs has broadened the scope, fusing Arabic culture and social media culture in fun, modern ways.
    — Lyndsay C. Green, Freep.com, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of fusing
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  • Researchers describe the approach as integrating biotechnology and AI to make crop breeding more efficient and less dependent on intensive manual work.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 9 Sep. 2026
  • For Martens, the best way to do this is by simulating aspects of gameplay, which can only be achieved by integrating goalkeeper training with the outfield positions.
    — Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of integrating
Verb
  • The authors of the Nature Energy paper found a way around that obstacle by coupling two ultra-thin nickel-titanium films.
    — ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 1 Sep. 2026
  • By coupling authentic conversations with a practical commitment to structural fairness, leaders can effectively stabilize engagement and sustain performance.
    — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of coupling
Verb
  • Finally, on a Sunday night in January, Ricky Craig began stringing Christmas lights around the base of a vast, unidentifiable object—half of the storybook cottage formerly known as Pinky.
    — Nicola Twilley, New Yorker, 27 Aug. 2026
  • Instead, generative AI is stringing words together in a probabilistic way that closely resembles human writing.
    — Roger J. Kreuz, The Conversation, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of stringing
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  • Reportedly, this system operates through a two-way connection, linking real-time image recognition directly with surgical manipulation.
    — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 7 Sep. 2026
  • Bridget had no clear motive, and there was no direct evidence linking her to the murders.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of linking
Verb
  • Boasting interconnecting rooms, this corridor is perfect for family groups.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Sep. 2026
  • Plus, there’s the world-famous Needles, with over 60 miles of interconnecting trails.
    — Jamie Siebrase, Denver Post, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of interconnecting

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“Conjugating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conjugating. Accessed 11 Sep. 2026.

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