as in combines
to turn into a single mass or entity that is more or less the same throughout
years of living side by side had failed to merge the various ethnic groups into one community, and the city remained more of a mosaic than a melting pot
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Recent Examples of merges
Further drawing from classical dance skirts and ruff collars, the design team merges the reimagined construction and pleating with the shoe’s functional silhouette—resulting in a concept sneaker that balances performance with artistic expression, Asics noted.
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Stephen Garner,
Footwear News,
20 June 2026
The waiver merges separate funding streams covering assessments, teacher development, English language learners, student support and after-school programs into one block grant.
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Carole Carlson,
Chicago Tribune,
19 June 2026
Sportico Studio merges Sportico’s unmatched sports business editorial coverage and industry-best live events platforms to capture the business of sports in digital media formats.
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Sportico Staff,
Sportico.com,
16 June 2026
The Sixteen camera merges the analog appeal of film with the instant digital playback of video, giving the filmmaker free rein to shoot with creativity while ensuring producers and editors will have immediate access to the digital images as dailies, for backup and quick editing.
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Shirl Leigh
june 15,
New Atlas,
15 June 2026
An elephant’s head merges with the body of a cactus that wears Birkenstock-style sandals.
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Encyclopedia Britannica,
10 June 2026
The barrel-leg is so trendy right now, and this Lululemon find merges the cut with a cozy pair of sweats, resulting in polished, modern pants that look and feel good.
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Jasmine Gomez,
Travel + Leisure,
7 June 2026
The book, by Martyna Majok (of Cost of Living, which was also directed by Bonney), merges past and present through Susanna’s narration, while Bonney has the show’s ensemble onstage around her as their characters interject in Susanna’s story, sometimes to play a scene, sometimes to add commentary.
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Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
5 June 2026
Palatial splendor merges with chalet coziness, particularly in the raclette and charcuterie-heavy Le Coin Savoyard restaurant (one of three in the hotel and four off-site) and in the salons, where sofas and traditional rugs are illuminated by chandeliers and dim sconces.
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Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 June 2026
Stephen Garner,
Footwear News,
20 June 2026
The waiver merges separate funding streams covering assessments, teacher development, English language learners, student support and after-school programs into one block grant.
—
Carole Carlson,
Chicago Tribune,
19 June 2026
Sportico Studio merges Sportico’s unmatched sports business editorial coverage and industry-best live events platforms to capture the business of sports in digital media formats.
—
Sportico Staff,
Sportico.com,
16 June 2026
The Sixteen camera merges the analog appeal of film with the instant digital playback of video, giving the filmmaker free rein to shoot with creativity while ensuring producers and editors will have immediate access to the digital images as dailies, for backup and quick editing.
—
Shirl Leigh
june 15,
New Atlas,
15 June 2026
An elephant’s head merges with the body of a cactus that wears Birkenstock-style sandals.
—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
10 June 2026
The barrel-leg is so trendy right now, and this Lululemon find merges the cut with a cozy pair of sweats, resulting in polished, modern pants that look and feel good.
—
Jasmine Gomez,
Travel + Leisure,
7 June 2026
The book, by Martyna Majok (of Cost of Living, which was also directed by Bonney), merges past and present through Susanna’s narration, while Bonney has the show’s ensemble onstage around her as their characters interject in Susanna’s story, sometimes to play a scene, sometimes to add commentary.
—
Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
5 June 2026
Palatial splendor merges with chalet coziness, particularly in the raclette and charcuterie-heavy Le Coin Savoyard restaurant (one of three in the hotel and four off-site) and in the salons, where sofas and traditional rugs are illuminated by chandeliers and dim sconces.
—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
4 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for merges
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The 6,845-yard (and always highly rated on a national level) Links/Quarry combination at Bay Harbor Golf Club in Petoskey combines sweeping views of Lake Michigan from the perch above, on the opening six holes.
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According to the company, the interceptor combines multiple guidance methods to ensure effectiveness in contested environments.
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However, businesses seeking a complete end-to-end multi-channel strategy that natively integrates global WhatsApp touchpoints, landing pages, and lead scoring will need to upgrade to the more advanced Zoho Marketing Automation platform.
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The court agreed that states have a legal responsibility to provide support that integrates disabled Americans into their communities, and for nearly three decades, courts across the country have embraced that interpretation.
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Tarr mixes professional and amateur performers, yet demands the same unrehearsed naturalism from each.
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Every piece mixes and matches with the rest, so a handful of items turns into a long list of outfits.
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The drivers will speed past landmarks including the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, the National Gallery of Art and the National Archives, creating a course that blends technical challenge with an unmistakable and historic backdrop.
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The lightweight cream deposits a subtle wash of color, and blends tracelessly to create a fresh-faced, no-makeup-makeup finish.
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The Nampa facility incorporates this Amazon technology to help handle the mass amounts of products going in and out of the center.
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Its new design incorporates local materials and draws inspiration from the Pittsburgh region's landscape and industrial history.
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“Merges.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/merges. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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