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a distinct entity formed by the combining of two or more different things
a fusion of jazz and classical music
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Recent Examples of fusions
White, with multiple joint replacements and fusions, credits medical innovation for sustaining his quality of life.
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Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2026
The Sudanese American artist introduced the LP with a pair of duets with Bon Iver, fusions of bedroom rap, heartfelt folk, Sunday morning soul, and future funk whose otherworldly sprawl belies their genesis in a session tied to a Travis Scott track.
—Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 23 Mar. 2026
Served with a stiff upper lip — and often an even stiffer drink — the comedies, dramas, police procedurals, science fiction, thrillers, and other genre fusions on this list are some of the best series the country and medium have to offer.
—Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Mar. 2026
Co-produced by Jorge Milliano, Tomy B and J-Trons, and written by Gael, Kenneth Vargas, and Derek, the song steers away from Nicky’s signature reggaetón sound, and welcomes the Puerto Rican artist into Venesti’s musical realm — one that’s powered by Latin Afrobeats and pop fusions.
—Natalia Cano, Billboard, 20 Feb. 2026
Bad Bunny would marshal this attitude, along with his unique musical fusions and clever lyrics, to continue to push the envelope.
—Julyssa Lopez, Rolling Stone, 26 Jan. 2026
Shoppers can look for bold flavors like gochujang, matcha, miso and sesame to appear in everything from sauces and sweet treats to ready-to-eat fusions.
—Kaycee Sloan, Cincinnati Enquirer, 13 Jan. 2026
Tateishi was guarded when asked what the future could hold for the brand’s footwear fusions, but says Asics sees promise in the category.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 16 Dec. 2025
Its debut menu is an ode to Taiwanese pop culture and food, with inventive fusions like arancini made of sticky rice, panna cotta topped with oolong boba, and Liu’s favorite, an oyster omelette frittata.
—Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 5 Dec. 2025
Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2026
The Sudanese American artist introduced the LP with a pair of duets with Bon Iver, fusions of bedroom rap, heartfelt folk, Sunday morning soul, and future funk whose otherworldly sprawl belies their genesis in a session tied to a Travis Scott track.
—Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 23 Mar. 2026
Served with a stiff upper lip — and often an even stiffer drink — the comedies, dramas, police procedurals, science fiction, thrillers, and other genre fusions on this list are some of the best series the country and medium have to offer.
—Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Mar. 2026
Co-produced by Jorge Milliano, Tomy B and J-Trons, and written by Gael, Kenneth Vargas, and Derek, the song steers away from Nicky’s signature reggaetón sound, and welcomes the Puerto Rican artist into Venesti’s musical realm — one that’s powered by Latin Afrobeats and pop fusions.
—Natalia Cano, Billboard, 20 Feb. 2026
Bad Bunny would marshal this attitude, along with his unique musical fusions and clever lyrics, to continue to push the envelope.
—Julyssa Lopez, Rolling Stone, 26 Jan. 2026
Shoppers can look for bold flavors like gochujang, matcha, miso and sesame to appear in everything from sauces and sweet treats to ready-to-eat fusions.
—Kaycee Sloan, Cincinnati Enquirer, 13 Jan. 2026
Tateishi was guarded when asked what the future could hold for the brand’s footwear fusions, but says Asics sees promise in the category.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 16 Dec. 2025
Its debut menu is an ode to Taiwanese pop culture and food, with inventive fusions like arancini made of sticky rice, panna cotta topped with oolong boba, and Liu’s favorite, an oyster omelette frittata.
—Rachel Chang, Travel + Leisure, 5 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fusions
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Within it, the team can vaporize mixtures containing uranium, cerium, and cesium, and then control how the vapor is cooled.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
24 May 2026
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Divers often use specialized breathing mixtures, such as nitrogen and oxygen, to prevent this condition.—
Lex Harvey,
CNN Money,
20 May 2026
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And the wines made from cold-hardy hybrid grapes like La Crescent and Frontenac Gris, from Deirdre Heekin of La Garagista in Vermont, and the cider-wine amalgamations of Heekin’s protegee Krista Scruggs.—
Senior Wine Critic,
San Francisco Chronicle,
15 Mar. 2018
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Flannery, a prolific singer-songwriter, blends bluegrass, country and rock, and has 14 albums to his credit.—
Regina Elling,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 May 2026
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Perhaps the most defining silhouette, safari field jackets with drop shoulders and bellow pockets, are offered in several weights and yarn blends, including the luxurious Giza 45 cotton, in addition to linen, silk and lightweight wool.—
Martino Carrera,
Footwear News,
26 May 2026
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In November, signatories to the convention agreed to phase out the use of mercury-containing dental amalgams by the year 2034.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 Feb. 2026
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Music unites the interconnecting stories in this saga and expands its passions, with a sumptuous score by composer Stephen Flaherty and lyricist Lynn Ahrens that taps into a wide range of American styles, idioms and amalgams, even as the second act turns more dissonant.—
Frank Rizzo,
Variety,
17 Oct. 2025
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Make sure to stock up on s'mores supplies, popcorn, and other snack mixes.—
Claire Hoppe Norgaard,
Better Homes & Gardens,
29 May 2026
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Martin Blackburn Martin is a documentary, commercial and branded filmmaker currently independently co-producing his debut feature documentary about Raphael, a music curator who built a global audience through his mixes.—
Zac Ntim,
Deadline,
27 May 2026
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These include serving as a flying test bed for in orbit manufacturing of alloys, composite materials, and fibers as well as research and production of space medicine.—
Aditya Jadhav,
Interesting Engineering,
18 May 2026
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Move up to Centre-Line trim for an additional £2,500 and the CX-5 gains 19-inch alloys, leather upholstery, a powered tailgate, keyless entry, a heated steering wheel, a head-up display and wireless smartphone connectivity.—
Matthew MacConnell,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2026
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Over the years, it's grown in popularity thanks to its smooth texture and tasty flavor combinations.—
Katie Rosenhouse,
Southern Living,
25 May 2026
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The internationally renowned jewelry brand has earned a strong reputation for Italian style, vibrant gemstone combinations and exceptional craftsmanship.—
Anthony DeMarco,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2026
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“Fusions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fusions. Accessed 31 May. 2026.
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