Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for half-and-halfs
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Kratom products have more than 50 biologically active compounds and can interact with prescription drugs, causing potentially serious issues.—
Boston Herald editorial staff,
Boston Herald,
11 Mar. 2026 -
These fires result in incomplete combustion, releasing a toxic slurry of carbon monoxide, soot, sulfur, and nitrogen oxides that can form acid rain, along with metallic compounds and oil droplets.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Mar. 2026
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The challenges lie mostly in the big difference between gasoline and diesel engine designs; specifically compression ratios and fuel mixtures.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
23 Feb. 2026
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Without aluminum alloys and other metallic mixtures, assembly lines churning out modern tanks, trucks and airplanes would grind to a halt.—
Thomas Robertson,
Fortune,
17 Feb. 2026
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Eco-friendly and natural materials are in, while composites are out.—
Megan Johnson,
Architectural Digest,
12 Mar. 2026
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Polyester resins are everywhere, forming the matrix in glass-fiber composites used in everything from boat hulls and automotive body panels to roofing sheets and sanitary fixtures.—
Etiido Uko
March 08,
New Atlas,
8 Mar. 2026
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Muonionalusta is an iron meteorite with iron-nickel alloys and traces of gallium, germanium and iridium, and its body displays the striking Widmanstätten pattern.—
Heather Barker,
Space.com,
11 Mar. 2026
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However, many conventional actuators rely on metallic materials such as shape-memory alloys.—
Prabhat Ranjan Mishra,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Mar. 2026
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The backstory Opened in 2013, Nômade, along with its sister property, Be Tulum, blends sustainable living with luxury amenities and a glamping-like experience.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
12 Mar. 2026
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In addition, 12 adult transition students help run a monthly farm stand, selling produce and spice blends to the community.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Mar. 2026
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There’s also a drinks list filled with Japanese whiskies and enticing cocktails, as well as a collection of sakes.—
The Week UK,
TheWeek,
12 Mar. 2026
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On March 21, Club West will introduce a bourbon and tequila bar with specialty cocktails such as Nitro Carajillo Old Fashioned, Tamarind Whiskey Sour, Kentucky Mule and a Cadillac Margarita.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Mar. 2026
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Over time, the organic materials in most potting mixes, such as peat moss, bark, compost, or coconut coir, break down.—
Jessica Safavimehr,
Southern Living,
13 Mar. 2026
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Deli Spices from McCallen was the runner up for their authentic Mexican spice seasoning mixes.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
12 Mar. 2026
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Butter and mayonnaise are both emulsions made up of fat, water, and protein.—
Riley Wofford,
Martha Stewart,
1 Feb. 2026
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At Locanda Nerello, the property’s upscale organic restaurant, cabbage emulsions will come to the table tasting more like cabbage than seems feasible; chunks of Nebrodi pig, crisped to a mahogany brown, will top eggy, cheesy pasta, and local honey will sweeten complex desserts.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Jan. 2026
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