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
Or, hurry and get your hands on Prada’s brown suede bowling bag, which looks chic juxtaposed against Zara’s slip dress.
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Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 24 Oct. 2025
Trace Adkins' Scott Brickell asks as scenes of the band's rise are juxtaposed with Bart facing his personal demons.
—Sabienna Bowman, PEOPLE, 22 Oct. 2025
The top was, however, juxtaposed by gray, tapered trousers, providing the overall look contrast and tension.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 20 Oct. 2025
But the film's authenticity is also underscored by the background sounds of televisions and radios broadcasting information about the Vietnam War, juxtaposing the beauty of everyday life against the political landscape of the time.
—Haadiza Ogwude, Cincinnati Enquirer, 17 Oct. 2025
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Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 24 Oct. 2025
Trace Adkins' Scott Brickell asks as scenes of the band's rise are juxtaposed with Bart facing his personal demons.
—Sabienna Bowman, PEOPLE, 22 Oct. 2025
The top was, however, juxtaposed by gray, tapered trousers, providing the overall look contrast and tension.
—Julia Teti, Footwear News, 20 Oct. 2025
But the film's authenticity is also underscored by the background sounds of televisions and radios broadcasting information about the Vietnam War, juxtaposing the beauty of everyday life against the political landscape of the time.
—Haadiza Ogwude, Cincinnati Enquirer, 17 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for juxtapose
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Sessegnon and Jimenez attack that vacated area in a bid to combine, but Bassey’s delivery from the back gets intercepted by Santiago Bueno.—
Ahmed Walid,
New York Times,
7 Jan. 2026
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They’re combined with a non-toxic, hypoallergenic down alternative filling, creating a plush and luxurious sleeping experience that’s designed for back, side, and stomach sleepers.—
Megan Schaltegger,
PEOPLE,
7 Jan. 2026
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The effect feels elevated and intentional, allowing outfits to stand out while remaining versatile enough to mix easily with classic staples.—
Gabrielle Porcaro,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Jan. 2026
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Fragrance stacking, also known as layering means mixing scents to create your own custom blend according to Almira Armstrong, founder of Lumira.—
Reece Andavolgyi,
InStyle,
10 Jan. 2026
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That would fuel a cycle where narrow majorities in the Senate could alternate between enacting and repealing sweeping policies every time power changes hands, Reeher said.—
Khaleda Rahman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Nov. 2025
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Repeat, alternating dry ingredients and milk, until the batter is just mixed.—
Karla Walsh,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Juxtapose.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/juxtapose. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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