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.
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Jane Borden, Rolling Stone, 15 Nov. 2025
Jane Borden, Rolling Stone, 15 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for conjugating
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Connecticut turkey hunting typically costs $47, combining a $19 turkey permit with the mandatory $28 resident game bird conservation stamp, according to DEEP.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
29 Apr. 2026
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London has carved out a global reputation for fintech, combining regulatory sophistication with access to capital, talent and a dense network of financial institutions.—
Melissa Jun Rowley,
Rolling Stone,
29 Apr. 2026
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The specific date wasn’t listed, but Andreski noted once construction starts, the first trains connecting the Medical District to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport should begin rolling by the end of 2029.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
29 Apr. 2026
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Kate Ackerman, director of the Women’s Health Sports and Performance Institute, leads the Alliance’s work connecting this research back to female athletes.—
Emma Hinchliffe,
Fortune,
29 Apr. 2026
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But Muskism is not about replacing countries with companies — it is about fusing the two.—
Ben Tarnoff,
Big Think,
23 Apr. 2026
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Miyashita, the cult Japanese designer behind early-2000s punk label Number (N)ine and later TheSoloist, is known for fusing meticulous Japanese craftsmanship with distinctly American motifs.—
Samantha Lee
Connect
April 17,
Los Angeles Times,
17 Apr. 2026
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By integrating airborne launch platforms with FPV strike drones, the military is evaluating whether layered drone deployment can improve speed, flexibility, and survivability in contested environments.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Apr. 2026
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Uber then spent months integrating Expedia’s technology into its own app.—
Dee-Ann Durbin,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
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Wilson's ex, Ciara Miller, was Batula's close friend on the Bravo reality show, prompting many fans to criticize her for coupling up with their co-star.—
Francie Ebert,
NBC news,
10 Apr. 2026
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Most of the love stories that do make it to the big screen still generally follow broad, conventional strokes, capturing the bliss of coupling up or the blues of falling apart.—
Shirley Li,
The Atlantic,
8 Apr. 2026
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Obviously this team’s problems go deeper than the starting pitching, and several key offensive performers need to pick up the slack, but if the starters can settle down and start stringing some quality outings together, the Red Sox should be in good shape once the calendar turns to May.—
Mac Cerullo,
Boston Herald,
19 Apr. 2026
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Speaking of breathing, Cleveland is not happy to hear that Cunningham still has any breath in his lungs and implores Jamie to make an example out of him by stringing him up in the nearest tree.—
Lincee Ray,
Entertainment Weekly,
10 Apr. 2026
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The swatch will include a QR code linking to a video history of the turf.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
29 Apr. 2026
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Greenland Mines Ltd is building its identity around that combination linking mineral exploration and development to scientific continuity and long-range project planning.—
Matthew Kayser,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2026
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Their purpose is not to blanket the city with seamless woodland, but to create interconnecting green seams along the streets that provide shade and cooling vapor in the summer, and reduce flood risks by absorbing heavy rain.—
Marie Patino,
Bloomberg,
20 Mar. 2026
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Suites with interconnecting doors across the balcony are a great choice for larger families, and most regular activities include child-friendly options, like the beginner’s surfing classes in calmer waves or toddler bikes for cycling along the nature reserve.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 Feb. 2026
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“Conjugating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conjugating. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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