homogenization

noun

Definition of homogenizationnext
as in integration

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Recent Examples of homogenization In homogenization, the milk is passed through tiny openings at high pressure – 3,000 psi – which blows apart the fat molecules. — Paul Edward Parker, The Providence Journal, 5 Mar. 2026 There, in the face of cultural homogenization, artificial intelligence, and corporate overhaul, the vestiges of the Blank Generation remain, and their stories, now immortalized as myth, continue to propel New York’s creative engine. — Taran Dugal, New Yorker, 4 Mar. 2026 More troubling is evidence that homogenization does not require full retraining. — Sahar Hashmi, Forbes.com, 3 Mar. 2026 Institutions, subcultures and artists have always found ways to resist homogenization. — Ahmed Elgammal, Fortune, 22 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for homogenization
Recent Examples of Synonyms for homogenization
  1. integration
  2. absorption
  3. coalescence
  4. incorporation
  5. blending
  6. merger
  7. merging
  8. intermingling
Noun
  • At the same time, the company will see the benefits of the Masimo integration.
    — Harvey Stober, CNBC, 16 July 2026
  • Executives say the approach could simplify integration and shorten the path toward future autonomous flight operations.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 16 July 2026
Definition of integration
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  • Many models also include an infusion mode, which can help enhance the absorption of serums and moisturizers.
    — Iman Balagam, Vogue, 15 July 2026
  • Taking magnesium with certain antibiotics, such as doxycycline and ciprofloxacin, can reduce antibiotic absorption.
    — Kirstyn Hill, Health, 14 July 2026
Definition of absorption
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  • Despite his individual excellence, Forsberg deferred to the Kings’ recent coalescence.
    — Andrew Knoll, Daily News, 13 Apr. 2026
  • Spike focused on important design features with a major focus on geometry, including features like a long nose and high sweep, and a custom tail volume and multi-lobe lift distribution, aiming to reduce shock coalescence.
    — Kapil Kajal, Interesting Engineering, 28 Aug. 2025
Definition of coalescence
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  • This allows the incorporation of new policy through a mechanism known as the SbatLevel.
    — Dan Goodin, ArsTechnica, 14 July 2026
  • California’s last four incorporations received a similar result, according to the staff report.
    — Corey Schmidt, Sacbee.com, 10 July 2026
Definition of incorporation
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  • Master Distiller Brian Sprance emphasizes the creative blending, with proceeds benefiting local nonprofits like Brighton Center.
    — David Thomas Tao, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
  • Enter French blending, a color technique that’s gaining popularity for its ability to soften gray regrowth while reducing the need for frequent salon touch-ups.
    — Colleen Sullivan, InStyle, 16 July 2026
Definition of blending
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  • The states filed their suit on Monday, alleging that the $111 billion merger will harm competition in the theatrical and basic cable markets.
    — Gene Maddaus, Variety, 17 July 2026
  • Penn West, the new Pennsylvania State System institution formed by the merger of three struggling regional colleges, is eliminating 71 programs.
    — Ryan Craig, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
Definition of merger
Noun
  • 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
Definition of merging
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  • In Latin America, as Hayes-Bautista explained, after centuries of Indigenous and Spanish intermingling, racial and ethnic lines were fluid, with myriad, subtle gradations of color, lineage and heritage.
    — Patt Morrison, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026
  • There is no intermingling and no visitors, aside from medical staff, said Michael Wadman, the medical director of National Quarantine Unit.
    — Nicole Brown Chau, CBS News, 11 May 2026
Definition of intermingling

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