as in mixture
a distinct entity formed by the combining of two or more different things
milk is basically an oil-in-water emulsion
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Recent Examples of emulsion
As Ku and her team explain, Pickering emulsions lower interfacial energy by covering the interface of water and oil with solid nanoparticles (NPs) instead of using molecular surfactants.
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Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 22 Mar. 2025
In cosmetics or food, emulsions (like mayo) typically need surfactants (chemicals that help oil and water mix).
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 22 Mar. 2025
But instead of just mixing them, the team uses a special type of emulsion called a Pickering emulsion, where tiny solid particles (nanoparticles) sit at the boundary between the oil and water.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 22 Mar. 2025
Made with tomato water and white balsamic condiment, Remy’s Ratatouille is a fine dining twist on the provençal vegetable classic from Ratatouille, while Tony and Joe’s Spaghetti is the legendary Lady and the Tramp spaghetti dish featuring veal confit and a Comté cheese emulsion.
—Chrissie McClatchie, Travel + Leisure, 21 Mar. 2025
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Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 22 Mar. 2025
In cosmetics or food, emulsions (like mayo) typically need surfactants (chemicals that help oil and water mix).
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 22 Mar. 2025
But instead of just mixing them, the team uses a special type of emulsion called a Pickering emulsion, where tiny solid particles (nanoparticles) sit at the boundary between the oil and water.
—Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 22 Mar. 2025
Made with tomato water and white balsamic condiment, Remy’s Ratatouille is a fine dining twist on the provençal vegetable classic from Ratatouille, while Tony and Joe’s Spaghetti is the legendary Lady and the Tramp spaghetti dish featuring veal confit and a Comté cheese emulsion.
—Chrissie McClatchie, Travel + Leisure, 21 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for emulsion
Noun
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Russell came up with a paint mixture that delivered a glaze-like sheen, making the paintings otherworldly.—
Tom Teicholz,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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Swift herself received a version of the same mixture when she was shown on the Jumbotron.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
29 Apr. 2025
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Samarium Samarium-cobalt alloys are on a US list of critical metals for potential stockpiling.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
17 Apr. 2025
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Related Articles The standout element is Omega’s proprietary Bronze Gold alloy, composed of 37.5 percent gold, copper, palladium and silver.—
Renan Botelho,
Footwear News,
1 Apr. 2025
Noun
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With a menu designed to have something for everyone, Angry Ale’s has classic bar bites and a blend of comfort food with elevated, high quality dishes — including its fry lineup.—
Chyna Blackmon,
Charlotte Observer,
28 Apr. 2025
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This stunning park features a blend of serene coastline, dramatic rock outcroppings, a deep gorge, and a river lined with towering redwoods.—
Evie Carrick,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Apr. 2025
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Guests can choose from two-to-nine-bedroom units that feel like a mix between Airbnbs, timeshares and a traditional resort.—
Eve Chen,
USA Today,
28 Apr. 2025
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Still, the Giants have a mix of homegrown players and long-term fixtures.—
Grant Brisbee,
New York Times,
27 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Then again, each generation’s Times Square is different from the next, though all are some amalgam of the tawdry and the brilliant, of decay and glitter.—
Frank Rich,
Vulture,
8 Apr. 2025
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Convey, at its core, is an amalgam of all these endeavors.—
Laura May Todd,
New York Times,
6 Apr. 2025
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And This is 40 captures such an amalgamation perfectly.—
Travis Bean,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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This terrifying amalgamation of Sue and Elisabeth takes the stage at the New Year's Eve show, where it is ridiculed by the audience.—
Samantha Stutsman,
People.com,
3 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Use the lemony dressing for any combination of pasta and vegetables for dinner all summer.—
Catherine Jessee,
Southern Living,
27 Apr. 2025
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Within a three-day visit, there is an 88 percent chance of experiencing the aurora borealis, thanks to a combination of Abisko’s remote location, minimal light pollution, and unique microclimate.—
Carinne Geil Botta,
Travel + Leisure,
27 Apr. 2025
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“Emulsion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emulsion. Accessed 4 May. 2025.
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