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
This first episode features many shots of Tom trying to connect with his daughter as his son is about to go to trial, juxtaposed alongside shots of Robbie playing with his two young kids.
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Grace Byron, Vulture, 8 Sep. 2025
The 18-page report juxtaposed how homelessness had surged over the previous five years even as the state sharply added funding to several programs meant to keep it in check.
—U T Editorial Board, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Sep. 2025
Explores German director Leni Riefenstahl’s artistic legacy and her complex ties to the Nazi regime as Hitler’s favorite moviemaker, juxtaposing her self-portrayal with evidence suggesting awareness of the regime’s atrocities.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 5 Sep. 2025
Director Pete Ohs juxtaposes the quiet nature of the narrative with straightforward narration that gives the film a novelistic quality.
—Jourdain Searles, HollywoodReporter, 5 Sep. 2025
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Grace Byron, Vulture, 8 Sep. 2025
The 18-page report juxtaposed how homelessness had surged over the previous five years even as the state sharply added funding to several programs meant to keep it in check.
—U T Editorial Board, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Sep. 2025
Explores German director Leni Riefenstahl’s artistic legacy and her complex ties to the Nazi regime as Hitler’s favorite moviemaker, juxtaposing her self-portrayal with evidence suggesting awareness of the regime’s atrocities.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 5 Sep. 2025
Director Pete Ohs juxtaposes the quiet nature of the narrative with straightforward narration that gives the film a novelistic quality.
—Jourdain Searles, HollywoodReporter, 5 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for juxtapose
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The scent is smoky yet sweet, spicy yet smooth, dark but with an underlying lightness—the result of combining clean white musk with rose, tobacco, suede, and cumin.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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The country now surpasses the cocaine production of South American countries Peru and Bolivia combined.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
16 Sep. 2025
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In Otsuki’s collection, elements of the Japanese salaryman mixed with the urbanity of Gere’s Julian Kay create a compelling blend of references that ultimately play to each designer’s strength.—
Brett F. Braley-Palko,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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For bourbon lovers, mix up a Gold Rush (all those recipes are below).—
Brittany Anas,
Denver Post,
10 Sep. 2025
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For instance, someone high in BPD traits would have a tendency to alternate between closeness and withdrawal.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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Spend your rest day alternating between the hot tub, sauna, and its two pools.—
Elly Leavitt,
Vogue,
12 Sep. 2025
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“Juxtapose.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/juxtapose. Accessed 16 Sep. 2025.
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