How to Use in combination in a Sentence

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  • But in combination, the term can land as a moral slander — or worse.
    Jennifer Schuessler, New York Times, 22 Jan. 2024
  • Archimedes used mirrors in combination to burn a fleet that was far away.
    Anthony Grafton, Harper's Magazine, 11 Oct. 2023
  • That, in combination with the convention centers bright lights, led to the death of almost a thousand birds.
    Elizabeth Gamillo, Discover Magazine, 13 Oct. 2023
  • Olive oil was not a staple in his house growing up, but feel free to use it in the dressing instead of, or in combination with, the vegetable oil the recipe calls for.
    Becky Krystal, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024
  • Netflix’s One Day contains two literary quotes that, in combination, spell out the entire premise of the project.
    Angie Han, The Hollywood Reporter, 6 Feb. 2024
  • Something about the acoustic guitar in combination with the rhythm will feel breezy to people — in other words, summery.
    Chris Willman, Variety, 13 July 2023
  • Mifepristone is used in combination with a second drug, misoprostol, in more than half of all abortions in the U.S.
    Mark Sherman, Chicago Tribune, 21 Apr. 2023
  • The added estrogen in combination pills provides a bit more leeway for missing a dose, Lee says.
    Emily Mullin, WIRED, 18 July 2023
  • Use the whole leaves and tender stems as a salad green, on their own or in combination with others, or blend them into any manner of sauces or vinaigrettes.
    Aaron Hutcherson, Washington Post, 24 Feb. 2023
  • These features in combination with the moisture-wicking design, help the socks prevent blisters, even on longer or even overnight hikes.
    James Lynch, Popular Mechanics, 18 Apr. 2023
  • Plans & Pricing Legacy’s For Today test is offered on its own and in combination with a sperm-freezing plan.
    Lindsay Modglin, Health, 1 Sep. 2023
  • The talent involved probably made this an automatic green light, but the success of The Last Dance, in combination with those names, must’ve been quite a one-two punch.
    Brian Davids, The Hollywood Reporter, 11 Apr. 2023
  • TikTok says the best format for posting content is sharing videos that are more than one minute long, in combination with short-form content.
    Caitlin O'Kane, CBS News, 7 Nov. 2023
  • These options can be used in combination with the treatment plan your healthcare provider recommends.
    Sherri Gordon, Health, 14 June 2023
  • Mifepristone was approved for use by the FDA more than two decades ago and is used in combination with a second drug, misoprostol. Marketplace of ideas?
    Paul J. Weber and Jessica Gresko, The Christian Science Monitor, 13 Apr. 2023
  • It's noted if testers use the topper in combination with a mattress protector or mattress pad instead on its on.
    Grace Wu, goodhousekeeping.com, 9 June 2023
  • It's noted if testers use the topper in combination with a mattress protector or mattress pad instead on its on.
    Grace Wu, goodhousekeeping.com, 9 June 2023
  • Nuts contain healthy fat and protein, tend to reduce appetite and have been shown to help prevent heart disease in combination with a Mediterranean-style diet.
    Dr. Keith Roach, oregonlive, 12 June 2023
  • In the same way that some people may choose to use face creams in conjunction with Botox for optimal results, Small says, some people may need to use Arey in combination with hair color.
    Amy Eisinger, Allure, 8 May 2024
  • The other drug, misoprostol, can be used on its own, but doing so is less effective than using both drugs in combination.
    Bobby Caina Calvan and Stefanie Dazio, BostonGlobe.com, 15 Apr. 2023
  • Alcohol and acetone: These are used in combination with many products to reduce the amount of oil produced, clearing blockages.
    Angela Palmer Updated, Verywell Health, 5 July 2023
  • It will be studied in combination with Lilly’s drug tirzepatide, which is expected to gain approval in obesity by year’s end.
    Madison Muller, Fortune Well, 27 Sep. 2023
  • It’s used in combination with a second drug, misoprostol.
    By Paul J. Weber and Jessica Gresko, Dallas News, 13 Apr. 2023
  • The ruling, in combination with the looming criminal trials, will only intensify the chaos that has long swirled around Mr. Trump.
    Alex Lemonides, New York Times, 17 Feb. 2024
  • The safety of modafinil in combination with oral ∆9-tetrahydrocannabinol in humans.
    The Salt Lake Tribune, 15 Aug. 2023
  • When used in combination with wind or solar power, the cycle creates a greener-yet cycle overall.
    Kristin Shaw, Popular Science, 17 Jan. 2024
  • The medication, in combination with another trigger such as surgery, makes your body break down fat at a dangerous speed.
    Danielle Weiss, Verywell Health, 29 Aug. 2023
  • The Office key replaced the usual right-hand Windows key, offering up the ability to hold the key in combination with another one to quickly open Office apps.
    Tom Warren, The Verge, 15 Sep. 2023
  • What’s intriguing about the luxe looks this time is that they often were shown in combination with more casual, rustic fabrics – a trend that is recurring in home design.
    Charlotte Observer, 1 Feb. 2024
  • These winds, in combination with warm, dry weather, and abundant dry grasses and other plant fuel, have raised the fire weather risk to its most extreme level – Level 3 of 3 – in parts of Texas and Oklahoma.
    Mary Gilbert, CNN, 13 Mar. 2024

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