cross-pollination
noun
cross-pol·li·na·tion
ˌkrȯs-ˌpä-lə-ˈnā-shən 
1
: the transfer of pollen from one flower to the stigma of another
2
: cross-fertilization sense 2
cross-pollination of fantasy and realism
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While downplaying his assistance to the campaign, Rufo described it as an inspiring and novel cross-pollination of his political and personal experiences.
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Andrew Cockburn, Harper's Magazine, 22 Aug. 2024
Try This: Idea Exchange Program To promote cross-pollination, try organizing interdisciplinary brainstorming sessions or hosting lunch-and-learn sessions where employees from different teams can share their projects and learn from each other.
—Kristina Madden, Forbes, 19 Sep. 2024
Supporting cross-pollination between Europe and Latin America has always been a natural step for San Sebastian to take, says festival selection committee member Javier Martín, who is San Sebastian’s delegate for Latin America.
—Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 19 Sep. 2024
The cross-pollination of ideas and conversations that spring organically from her relationships, in turn, feed her writing.
—Hazlitt, 4 Sep. 2024
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Andrew Cockburn, Harper's Magazine, 22 Aug. 2024
Try This: Idea Exchange Program To promote cross-pollination, try organizing interdisciplinary brainstorming sessions or hosting lunch-and-learn sessions where employees from different teams can share their projects and learn from each other.
—Kristina Madden, Forbes, 19 Sep. 2024
Supporting cross-pollination between Europe and Latin America has always been a natural step for San Sebastian to take, says festival selection committee member Javier Martín, who is San Sebastian’s delegate for Latin America.
—Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 19 Sep. 2024
The cross-pollination of ideas and conversations that spring organically from her relationships, in turn, feed her writing.
—Hazlitt, 4 Sep. 2024
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“Cross-pollination.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cross-pollination. Accessed 5 Oct. 2024.
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