as in combining
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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 juxtaposing
Mixing and juxtaposing voices, lingos, and tones, [Dylan] traces the decline of America over the trajectory of his own lifetime through the kaleidoscope of the Kennedy assassination.
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Literary Hub, 29 Jan. 2026
The effortless, off-kilter aesthetic informed Porte’s sartorial vision, playfully juxtaposing his sculptured garments with silhouettes reminiscent of the same era.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 27 Jan. 2026
The ability to transcend darkness and light is similar to Libra’s juxtaposing scales, which are needed for balance.
—Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
Each of Cicellis’s retellings transforms its myth into a short story set in mid-20th-century Greece, juxtaposing an ancient sense of fate against the messy uncertainty of modernity.
—Rachel Vorona Cote, The Atlantic, 5 Jan. 2026
Portman gives an Oscar-winning performance, juxtaposing Nina's innocent exterior with her ambitious attempts to channel her internal darkness to play the Black Swan in Swan Lake.
—Ilana Gordon, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Dec. 2025
Those juxtaposing character traits were oftentimes the only way to differentiate between the gentle dreamer Bette and stern, controlling Dot.
—Tom Smyth, Vulture, 9 Dec. 2025
In an interesting twist, Davis was first inspired to adapt the old work when juxtaposing it with a modern medium.
—William Earl, Variety, 22 Nov. 2025
The film follows a team determined to uncover the woman — chasing clues, rumors, and myths to reveal the real Sally Hansen, while juxtaposing her untold story against today’s global nail obsession.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 12 Nov. 2025
Literary Hub, 29 Jan. 2026
The effortless, off-kilter aesthetic informed Porte’s sartorial vision, playfully juxtaposing his sculptured garments with silhouettes reminiscent of the same era.
—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 27 Jan. 2026
The ability to transcend darkness and light is similar to Libra’s juxtaposing scales, which are needed for balance.
—Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 12 Jan. 2026
Each of Cicellis’s retellings transforms its myth into a short story set in mid-20th-century Greece, juxtaposing an ancient sense of fate against the messy uncertainty of modernity.
—Rachel Vorona Cote, The Atlantic, 5 Jan. 2026
Portman gives an Oscar-winning performance, juxtaposing Nina's innocent exterior with her ambitious attempts to channel her internal darkness to play the Black Swan in Swan Lake.
—Ilana Gordon, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Dec. 2025
Those juxtaposing character traits were oftentimes the only way to differentiate between the gentle dreamer Bette and stern, controlling Dot.
—Tom Smyth, Vulture, 9 Dec. 2025
In an interesting twist, Davis was first inspired to adapt the old work when juxtaposing it with a modern medium.
—William Earl, Variety, 22 Nov. 2025
The film follows a team determined to uncover the woman — chasing clues, rumors, and myths to reveal the real Sally Hansen, while juxtaposing her untold story against today’s global nail obsession.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 12 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for juxtaposing
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With a dedication to combining the Renaissance with a modern aesthetic, his design ethos embodies fashion futurism, technology and cultural heritage.—
Fairchild Studio,
Footwear News,
18 Feb. 2026
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Somali officials say operations will continue in coordination with international partners, combining ground offensives, intelligence gathering and reconstruction efforts in retaken towns.—
Omar Faruk,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Feb. 2026
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By adjusting slurry mixing and drying protocols alone, the team reduced internal ionic resistance in their test electrodes by up to 40 percent.—
Ameya Paleja,
Interesting Engineering,
17 Feb. 2026
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If the tea tastes too strong, consider mixing your concoction with another beverage, such as green tea or cold lemonade.—
PubSubHub User,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Feb. 2026
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In the early days of the Grand Traverse, skiers competed on lightweight Nordic gear using telemark technique with free heels and alternating bent knees.—
John Meyer,
Denver Post,
16 Feb. 2026
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The relay pairs complete four laps, with women taking the first leg and the team members alternating from there.—
Evan Bush,
NBC news,
15 Feb. 2026
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“Juxtaposing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/juxtaposing. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.
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