as in proximity
the state of being next to one another
The juxtaposition of contrasting colors gives the painting a chaotic effect.
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Recent Examples of juxtaposition
Medrano, 65, represents the stark juxtaposition between tradition and innovation here in this remote part of South Texas.
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Ashley Killough, CNN Money, 2 May 2025
That was one of my favorite things, just the juxtaposition between the history of late night and what Deborah Vance is bringing to it.
—Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 26 Apr. 2025
Camp is this aesthetic of ironic juxtaposition, taking something that might be shocking in its incongruity, and then using it to create a cool or humorous effect.
—Sam Reed, Glamour, 15 Apr. 2025
The solid wood is sturdy, while the top corduroy cushions are plush—a nice juxtaposition of the design elements.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 7 May 2025
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Ashley Killough, CNN Money, 2 May 2025
That was one of my favorite things, just the juxtaposition between the history of late night and what Deborah Vance is bringing to it.
—Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 26 Apr. 2025
Camp is this aesthetic of ironic juxtaposition, taking something that might be shocking in its incongruity, and then using it to create a cool or humorous effect.
—Sam Reed, Glamour, 15 Apr. 2025
The solid wood is sturdy, while the top corduroy cushions are plush—a nice juxtaposition of the design elements.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 7 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for juxtaposition
proximity
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Preparation for Gameweek 37 is tricky, given the proximity of the FA Cup and Europa League finals to the Premier League fixtures.—
Holly Shand,
New York Times,
15 May 2025
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The Sheriff’s Department called on the U.S. Department of Agriculture Wildlife Services to respond to the scene given the proximity to children and threat to public safety.—
Chris Biderman,
Sacbee.com,
15 May 2025
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“Juxtaposition.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/juxtaposition. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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