juxtaposes

present tense third-person singular of juxtapose
as in combines
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 juxtaposes The film juxtaposes audio of Israeli soldiers’ testimony with shots of the Tel Aviv cityscape at night. — Drew Paul, The Conversation, 25 Sep. 2026 The intro sequence juxtaposes Paula’s frenzied prep for the party with her prep for a potential attack from anyone associated with Trevor’s murder. — Erin Qualey, Vulture, 17 June 2026 Much like the film, the choreography juxtaposes joy with despair in an ever-changing environment. — Steven Vargas, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2026 In the album’s most stunning moment, Petras juxtaposes her own disappointment at the building’s destruction against her father’s shuttered expectations that his child might grow up to be his son. — Harry Tafoya, Pitchfork, 2 June 2026 Create a Modern Rustic Tablescape This Mother's Day tablescape juxtaposes casual textures with delicate elements for modern rustic effect. — Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Apr. 2026 Elsewhere, Solimene juxtaposes an original Sirena made of ceramic, sourced from its archive in Vietri sul Mare, Salerno, with a contemporary version created for the exhibition. — Marianna Cerini, CNN Money, 21 Apr. 2026 The Zone that the tourists enter, guided by the titular Stalker, is mysterious and beautiful, which Tarkovsky starkly juxtaposes against the dystopia of the rest of the world. — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 13 Apr. 2026 Here, the blue-and-white tile perfectly juxtaposes the bright organic palette from the floating shelves. — Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 7 Apr. 2026
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  • Its Trocadéro location combines two workout studios with contrast therapy and a specialty coffee shop.
    — Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026
  • Featuring custom artwork and a beautiful vegan leather carrying case, this premium set combines sophisticated style with everything needed for hours of play.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 28 Sep. 2026
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  • When that cold air from the north mixes in with the steady stream of moisture from the south, interesting weather can unfold.
    — Matthew Villafane, CBS News, 28 Sep. 2026
  • Next, there are two professional-grade recording studios just behind the stage, built to capture performances with Spatial Audio mixes.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 27 Sep. 2026
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  • Under the current agreement, Maceo splits his time between both parents during the week and alternates weekends with exceptions for certain holidays.
    — Brie Stimson, FOXNews.com, 2 Oct. 2026
  • Gathering 5,700 members from more than 50 countries across Europe, the European Film Academy oversees the annual European Film Awards, which alternates taking place in its home city of Berlin and another European city, which is Athens this year.
    — Melanie Goodfellow, Deadline, 30 Sep. 2026

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“Juxtaposes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/juxtaposes. Accessed 3 Oct. 2026.

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