Definition of convergencenext
as in confluence
the coming together of two or more things to the same point the convergence of the city's major arteries on a single rotary

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Recent Examples of convergence This convergence is a very encouraging sign, providing the first footprint of a structural trend change and indicating that the selling pressure from the recent rug pull is finally exhausting itself. Nishant Pant, CNBC, 7 July 2026 The key risk lies not in policy convergence but in setting precedents that blur the boundaries between law enforcement, coercion and commerce. John Calabrese, The Conversation, 6 July 2026 For adults under 40, there was no such convergence between differing BMI groups, likely reflecting less screening for the two silent dangers. Elizabeth Cooney, STAT, 1 July 2026 This convergence is critical in the AI era, where energy, networks and computing systems must be designed together. IEEE Spectrum, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for convergence
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Noun
  • This confluence is leading to massive multi-billion dollar investments in both data center expansion and natural gas infrastructure.
    Gaurav Sharma, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
  • Set the scene With a prime position on the shores of Lake Constance at the confluence of Germany, Switzerland, Austria, and Liechtenstein, Buff Medical Resort is a brand new beast with searing ambition.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 July 2026
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  • With the merging of offshore wind power with oil and gas operations, this project aims to drive down the carbon emissions generated by daily offshore oilfield activities.
    Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 29 June 2026
  • But that’s in part because the district took preemptive measures to cut costs this year, including 5% to 10% cuts across all departments and the merging of two middle schools.
    Steven Walker, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 June 2026
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  • On the streaming side, the statement explained that consumers will benefit from the stronger alternative to Netflix that will presumably be formed by the combining of HBO Max and Paramount+.
    Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 12 June 2026
  • The results demonstrate a scalable method for incoherent beam combining.
    Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 11 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • This no-fuss combination is easy to replicate and likely even includes a few wardrobe staples that are already hanging in your closet.
    Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 7 July 2026
  • Treatment for endometriosis involves medication, surgery or a combination of both.
    Charlie Carballo, USA Today, 7 July 2026

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“Convergence.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/convergence. Accessed 13 Jul. 2026.

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