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
In the case of nutrient deficiency, feed your zucchini with a quick-acting liquid fertilizer that is high in nitrogen, such as fish emulsion.
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Nadia Hassani,
The Spruce,
19 May 2026
The only way for workers at the Sherwin-Williams emulsion plant in Pullman is by taking Cottage Grove Avenue south of 115th Street, but those employees aren't the only ones who use the road.
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Tara Molina,
CBS News,
15 May 2026
An azalea or camellia fertilizer will work well, or use blood meal, fish emulsion, or bone meal.
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Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
13 May 2026
For the second course, guests will be served spring herbed ravioli that includes ricotta cheese, morels and parmesan emulsion.
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Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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Nadia Hassani,
The Spruce,
19 May 2026
The only way for workers at the Sherwin-Williams emulsion plant in Pullman is by taking Cottage Grove Avenue south of 115th Street, but those employees aren't the only ones who use the road.
—
Tara Molina,
CBS News,
15 May 2026
An azalea or camellia fertilizer will work well, or use blood meal, fish emulsion, or bone meal.
—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
13 May 2026
For the second course, guests will be served spring herbed ravioli that includes ricotta cheese, morels and parmesan emulsion.
—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
See All Example Sentences for emulsion
Recent Examples of Synonyms for emulsion
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Pile the chickpea mixture in the center and add cheese, tomatoes and lettuce.
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The medical examiner determined her death was the result of immersion in water and a toxic mixture of drugs.
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The tool is available in titanium alloy, copper, or stainless steel.
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At Mach 3, the aircraft’s skin could exceed temperatures of 300°C (572°F), hot enough to weaken conventional aluminum alloys.
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Seapuri's Scalpy Bubble Tonic is a lightweight foam that delivers a cooling burst of relief thanks to a soothing blend of cica, panthenol, and menthol, while salicylic acid helps dissolve excess oil, flakes, and residue that can leave the scalp feeling congested.
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This linen-blend striped shirt might inspire you to take a stroll by the Seine.
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Those moves unfold in the heart of the Pittsburgh Innovation District, where Oakland’s mix of universities, hospitals and startups is driving new construction and intensifying competition for space around campus.
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Alphabet, Amazon, Meta and Microsoft saw losses between 2% and 5% on a mix of AI concerns and higher yields, which tend not to bode well for growth stocks.
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Combining reflections with love letters with poetry, this strange amalgam reconstructs the author’s days as a college champ.
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This does seem like a way to claw back patriotism from its more exploitative uses, and even celebrate a nation that has become an amalgam of people from everywhere in the world.
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Their amalgamation with the other color produces a degradation to which no lover of his country, no lover of excellence in the human character can innocently consent.
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Parenting isn’t a singular task, but rather an amalgamation of mindsets and duties that are integrated into the rest of life’s experiences.
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The combination of several consecutive hot days and exceptionally warm nights across a huge geographic area poses a serious health threat.
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Outfit 7 Another casual travel outfit, the combination of the Cozy Sweatfleece Boyfriend Boxy Zip Hoodie and Cozy Sweatfleece Boyfriend Lo-rise Mini Shorts will always be a winner in my book.
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“Emulsion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/emulsion. Accessed 30 Jun. 2026.
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