as in amalgamation
a distinct entity formed by the combining of two or more different things
a church that is an amalgam of traditional and modern architectural styles
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Recent Examples of amalgam
The look of the university is an amalgam of Italian, Moorish and American architectural styles, with a blending of materials such as plaster, cooper and wood.
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Emily Zemler, Los Angeles Times, 7 Jan. 2025
The record plays like an amalgam of her career's most peerless moments.
—Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
The set leaned into musical traversing of Jelly Roll’s musical journey and an amalgam of country, hip-hop, rock and gospel.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 27 Nov. 2024
On the first full day of Donald Trump’s presidency, the amalgam responded with a national day of protest that, to that point, had no peer.
—Philip Elliott, TIME, 26 Nov. 2024
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Emily Zemler, Los Angeles Times, 7 Jan. 2025
The record plays like an amalgam of her career's most peerless moments.
—Marcus K. Dowling, The Tennessean, 20 Dec. 2024
The set leaned into musical traversing of Jelly Roll’s musical journey and an amalgam of country, hip-hop, rock and gospel.
—Jessica Nicholson, Billboard, 27 Nov. 2024
On the first full day of Donald Trump’s presidency, the amalgam responded with a national day of protest that, to that point, had no peer.
—Philip Elliott, TIME, 26 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for amalgam
Noun
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Her introduction to most is an audacious amalgamation of delectable melodies, a crystalline voice and an unapologetic megaphone for her queerness.—
Melissa Ruggieri,
USA TODAY,
18 Jan. 2025
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And because Geoff was more concerned about the other people, like this guy, Don Ohlmeyer — Geoff in this movie is kind of an amalgamation of two people.—
Mark Olsen,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Whisk together buttermilk and egg in a small bowl or glass measuring cup; add buttermilk mixture and melted butter to flour mixture and whisky gently just until combined (some lumps will remain).—
Amanda Holstein,
Southern Living,
18 Feb. 2025
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Add the egg mixture to the flour mixture and stir until just combined.—
Sarah Martens,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Feb. 2025
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James scored 16 of his 27 points in the fourth quarter, the buckets coming on a mix of lobs, tips and drives.—
Dan Woike,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Feb. 2025
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Serving pieces like a cheese board, platter, salad bowl, etc. A collection of local food favorites like coffee, salad dressings, snack mixes, etc.—
Mary Shannon Wells,
Southern Living,
26 Feb. 2025
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Ernie’s is a fun blend of modern industrial and Cibolo nostalgia—large black and white photos of early 20th-century Cibolo line the interior, and remnants of the Purina price board sit outside.—
Jill Robbins,
Southern Living,
27 Feb. 2025
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Beyond the Supermarket Shelf: The Business of Tea Experiences Whilst British grocery stores once stocked a limited amount of tea brands and blends, now retailers have tuned into selling the tea experience.—
Kate Hardcastle,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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The team trained an AI system using a miniature model of a Reaper drone, 3D printed out of titanium alloy.—
David Szondy,
New Atlas,
17 Feb. 2025
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Synthetic dental implants aren’t perfect Dental implants, typically fabricated from titanium or titanium alloy and then screwed into a patient’s jawbone, have become more popular alternatives to dentures in recent years.—
Mack DeGeurin,
Popular Science,
7 Feb. 2025
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But against Spain, the imperious combination that has been lacking for Wiegman’s side over the past 12 months returned.—
Michael Cox,
The Athletic,
26 Feb. 2025
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In January, Huger checked into a private recovery program in Florida, citing a need to examine the combination of antidepressants and alcohol.—
Shelby Stewart,
Essence,
26 Feb. 2025
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Stone’s look was a rare fusion of fashion and comedy.—
Leah Dolan,
CNN,
17 Feb. 2025
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Driving the news: Type One signed an agreement with the Tennessee Valley Authority to jointly develop plans for a potential 350 MW-equivalent fusion power plant.—
Alan Neuhauser,
Axios,
11 Feb. 2025
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“Amalgam.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amalgam. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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