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
Platforms like ElevenLabs have begun to prioritize combining speech synthesis with conversational intelligence in an effort to create a more natural user experience.
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Ethan Stone, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
Beyond muscles themselves, collagen synthesis depends heavily on protein intake.
—William Jones, Ascend Agency, 13 Apr. 2026
The collection is distinguished by its synthesis of Islamic, Hindu, and Zoroastrian religious traditions, reflecting the syncretic inheritance of the Akbar-era court.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Apr. 2026
Both play essential roles in collagen synthesis to support your connective tissues, according to McDonald.
—Caroline Tien, SELF, 9 Apr. 2026
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Ethan Stone, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
Beyond muscles themselves, collagen synthesis depends heavily on protein intake.
—William Jones, Ascend Agency, 13 Apr. 2026
The collection is distinguished by its synthesis of Islamic, Hindu, and Zoroastrian religious traditions, reflecting the syncretic inheritance of the Akbar-era court.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Apr. 2026
Both play essential roles in collagen synthesis to support your connective tissues, according to McDonald.
—Caroline Tien, SELF, 9 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for synthesis
Noun
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Transfer green bean mixture to a large plate.—
Nina Moskowitz,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
22 Apr. 2026
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He is widely known for pioneering large-scale analysis of ancient human genomes and for showing how population mixture shaped human history.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
21 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Bass is an amalgamation of electronic music, featuring stylings such as dubstep and trap.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
26 Mar. 2026
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Bass is an amalgamation of electronic music, featuring stylings such as dubstep and trap.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 Mar. 2026
Noun
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It’s made from a blend of polyester and spandex, which results in a feather-light weight and a slightly stretchy silhouette to flatter your figure.—
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
21 Apr. 2026
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As for the inside, it’s lined with a cotton blend so items like sunglasses or compacts won’t get scratched on a rough surface.—
Shea Simmons,
PEOPLE,
20 Apr. 2026
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Chase, meanwhile, gives Melissa a winning mix of exasperation and heart, making her emotional journey feel earned even amid the absurdity.—
Dave Quinn,
PEOPLE,
21 Apr. 2026
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Choose a blueberry muffin mix, then top with additional fresh berries for a bright and refreshing way to wake up.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
20 Apr. 2026
Noun
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An online amalgam of conspicuous consumption, natural wonders, and manmade spectacles — like the world’s tallest tower, Abu Dhabi’s Grand Mosque, and even, yes, the vivid green of Dubai Chocolate — has propelled the emirates to superlative measures of tourism and consumer behavior.—
Kelsey Warner,
semafor.com,
13 Apr. 2026
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And Our Faces, My Heart, Brief as Photos, an unclassifiable amalgam of essay, memoir, and devotional that’s been catching my breath on every other page.—
James Folta,
Literary Hub,
10 Apr. 2026
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An eight-speed automatic transmission and intelligent all-wheel drive put the power down through alloy wheels and electronic air suspension.—
John Scott Lewinski,
Robb Report,
8 Apr. 2026
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New aluminum alloys were created for several components, including new pistons, and the adoption of titanium over steel led to a 40% reduction in rotating mass.—
Jerry Perez,
The Drive,
8 Apr. 2026
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The combination of a shaky bullpen and even worse infield defense harmed the Twins multiple times during the team’s current four-game losing streak.—
Dan Hayes,
New York Times,
20 Apr. 2026
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The cotton underside is just insulating enough to work on your bed year-round, while the linen’s airflow lets heat escape for a naturally temperature-regulating combination.—
Caley Sturgill,
Southern Living,
19 Apr. 2026
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From fusion tapas restaurants to a minor league baseball team, Dunedin has plenty of delightful tricks up its sleeve.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
20 Apr. 2026
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As their interior temperatures rise, proton-deuterium fusion begins.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
20 Apr. 2026
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“Synthesis.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/synthesis. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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