Thesaurus results for JUXTAPOSE

juxtapose

verb

Definition of juxtapose

as in to combine

formal to place (different things) together in order to create an interesting effect or to show how they are the same or different The new museum display juxtaposes modern art with classical art.

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Recent Examples of juxtapose Rubies, sapphires, diamonds and emeralds are juxtaposed against bands of malachite and turquoise. — Richard Mille Contributor, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026 Flip-flops, meanwhile, are ideal for both beach outfits and for juxtaposing with more structured pieces like black pants. — Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 24 June 2026 The Topside studio, sitting above a one-car garage, is a moodier retreat, with dark tones juxtaposed by an orange-red bathroom. — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 22 June 2026 The potentially outsized impact of this election was juxtaposed with the strange scene that unfolded when all the candidates gathered on Friday morning to hear the results. — James Cirrone, FOXNews.com, 19 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for juxtapose

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The actual Tann was born to free parents and, according to some sources, served in the Union Army before moving to Kansas, where he became known for combining medicinal treatment with physical therapy.

— Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026
Increasingly the two are combined into multi-orbit networks, with room for operators old and new — from Viasat to Astranis.

— Charlotte Kiang, Forbes.com, 9 July 2026

Definition of combine

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This includes nods for variety special (pre-recorded), sound mixing for a variety series or special, directing for a variety special, picture editing for variety programming, and technical direction and camerawork for a special.

— Tracy Brown, Los Angeles Times, 9 July 2026
The drinks are prepared like instant coffee, can be made hot or cold, and mixed with milk or water.

— Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 9 July 2026

Definition of mix

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The onset of more organ soloing by Emmett over twin guitars is just the barrage needed to slam home the paranoia and loneliness in a song that alternates self-effacement with self-defensive allegations of gaslighting and abandonment.

— Chris Willman, Variety, 11 July 2026
The productions are performed on alternating nights, with several cast members appearing in both shows as principal actors or understudies.

— Emily McClanathan, Chicago Tribune, 9 July 2026

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