as in mixture
a distinct entity formed by the combining of two or more different things
a philosophy that is a kind of synthesis of several schools of Western and Eastern thought
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Recent Examples of synthesis
Biosynthesizing the best of both plastics LAHB doesn’t come from conventional chemical synthesis.
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Tejasri Gururaj, Interesting Engineering, 9 Oct. 2025
Tour says his simple process grew out of his work on graphene synthesis.
—IEEE Spectrum, 9 Oct. 2025
Rahman defines skin longevity as having optimal functioning of the integumentary system, which encompasses the skin, hair, and nails, and is responsible for regulating key functions like body temperature and Vitamin D synthesis.
—Alexa Mikhail, Flow Space, 8 Oct. 2025
The body needs vitamin B12 for neurological function, red blood cell production, DNA synthesis, and metabolism.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 7 Oct. 2025
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Tejasri Gururaj, Interesting Engineering, 9 Oct. 2025
Tour says his simple process grew out of his work on graphene synthesis.
—IEEE Spectrum, 9 Oct. 2025
Rahman defines skin longevity as having optimal functioning of the integumentary system, which encompasses the skin, hair, and nails, and is responsible for regulating key functions like body temperature and Vitamin D synthesis.
—Alexa Mikhail, Flow Space, 8 Oct. 2025
The body needs vitamin B12 for neurological function, red blood cell production, DNA synthesis, and metabolism.
—Jillian Kubala, Health, 7 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for synthesis
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Vandal Palma, takes an international approach to its menu, resulting in creative mixtures like a ceviche in a crisp, edible cone with coconut foam inspired by Thai and Peruvian flavors (€7).—
Emilio Parra Doiztua,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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Toss everything together in the cooker and cook on LOW until the mixture is bubbly, 2 to 3 hours.—
Ann Taylor Pittman,
Southern Living,
15 Oct. 2025
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Designed with an amalgamation of pure engineering and engineered for theatrical performance, the bridge literally breathes fire and water.—
Atharva Gosavi,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Oct. 2025
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Haint is an amalgamation of a lot of things that keep me up at night.—
Destiny Jackson,
Deadline,
12 Sep. 2025
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By finding the perfect blend, teams equip themselves for any situation and any challenge a defense may throw their way.—
Robert Mays,
New York Times,
19 Oct. 2025
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Mushroom Coffee Mushroom coffee is a blend of coffee beans and ground medicinal mushrooms or mushroom extracts.—
Jillian Kubala,
Health,
19 Oct. 2025
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Defeats and disappointment were likely to be part of the mix alongside the winning feeling that everyone connected with Wrexham has got so used to since Parkinson took charge.—
Richard Sutcliffe,
New York Times,
23 Oct. 2025
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Passmore explains the mix of personal reflection and historical storytelling in the book which follows the main character, a version of himself, time-traveling through a century of the Black radical tradition.—
Fiction Non Fiction,
Literary Hub,
23 Oct. 2025
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Music unites the interconnecting stories in this saga and expands its passions, with a sumptuous score by composer Stephen Flaherty and lyricist Lynn Ahrens that taps into a wide range of American styles, idioms and amalgams, even as the second act turns more dissonant.—
Frank Rizzo,
Variety,
17 Oct. 2025
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While Netflix is largely untouched by M&A, Disney is an amalgam of many acquisitions and units over the years, including ABC, ESPN, Fox, Pixar, Marvel and Lucasfilm.—
Alex Sherman,
CNBC,
14 Oct. 2025
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The 2007 variant was available in one color, GT Silver Metallic, with one interior option, Carrera Red leather, and came with 19-inch SportDesign alloy wheels.—
Bryan Hood,
Robb Report,
16 Oct. 2025
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To overcome this limitation, the researchers turned to tin, a metal known to form high-capacity Na–Sn alloys capable of storing nearly three times more charge.—
Georgina Jedikovska,
Interesting Engineering,
16 Oct. 2025
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Guest rooms are a chic combination of old world charm and modern luxury, with generously sized marble bathrooms with heated floors and rain showers.—
Sophie Friedman,
AFAR Media,
18 Oct. 2025
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This combination turns awareness into accountable implementation.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
18 Oct. 2025
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Nicknamed Kahlunkin, this playful fusion that's available now invites coffee lovers and cocktail enthusiasts alike to host an unforgettable gathering.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
21 Oct. 2025
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In an innovative fusion of biology and nanotechnology, scientists at the University of North Carolina (UNC) have developed microscopic soft robots that mimic the adaptive behavior of living organisms.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
20 Oct. 2025
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“Synthesis.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/synthesis. Accessed 23 Oct. 2025.
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