as in amalgam
a distinct entity formed by the combining of two or more different things
an amalgamation of peat moss and vermiculite is a good medium for starting vegetable seedlings
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Recent Examples of amalgamation
The final pie is a delightfully easy amalgamation of coconut macaroons and vanilla custard.
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Darcy Lenz, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2024
The statues are both amalgamations and distillations.
—Jonathon Keats, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
Enshrining words in sacred objects such as the Torah or giving them visual presence through Quranic calligraphy, Jews and Muslims give language the heft of a stone statue that can hold the breath of amalgamation and distillation with the grace of Venus or Vishnu.
—Jonathon Keats, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
Autumn Best as Amy Best plays Amy, who is an amalgamation of several of Alcala’s victims.
—Declan Gallagher, EW.com, 25 Oct. 2024
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Darcy Lenz, Southern Living, 5 Nov. 2024
The statues are both amalgamations and distillations.
—Jonathon Keats, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
Enshrining words in sacred objects such as the Torah or giving them visual presence through Quranic calligraphy, Jews and Muslims give language the heft of a stone statue that can hold the breath of amalgamation and distillation with the grace of Venus or Vishnu.
—Jonathon Keats, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
Autumn Best as Amy Best plays Amy, who is an amalgamation of several of Alcala’s victims.
—Declan Gallagher, EW.com, 25 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for amalgamation
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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
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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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Arrange salad: Arrange spinach mixture on a large serving platter and top with apple slices, blue cheese, cranberries, and pecans.Elizabeth Mervosh, Southern Living, 13 Dec. 2024
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Soak a cotton ball in the mixture, then tuck it into a tree branch.Cody Godwin, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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This week brought an electrifying mix of art, fashion, and cultural celebration, as Black stars illuminated the scene with unforgettable moments.Okla Jones, Essence, 10 Dec. 2024
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When doing so, remove the plant from its pot and slice 1 inch deep into the bottom and sides of the rootball to free up the roots, then replant in a slightly larger container and backfill with a soilless potting mix.Luke Miller, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Dec. 2024
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Shop them in various colors, including deep brown, forest green, grey, winter white, and more. Reebok After Class Joggers These on-sale luxe joggers are made with a majority cotton blend and are a great pick for everyday wear.Kelsey Fredricks, People.com, 11 Dec. 2024
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Tuberose, peach, and sandalwood blend to create a woo-woo forest.Rose Dommu, Them, 11 Dec. 2024
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The bike is equipped with slick tires and lightweight alloy wheels.New Atlas, New Atlas, 9 Dec. 2024
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This prototype rides on center-lock alloy wheels (19 inches at the front, 20 inches at the rear), but production cars will have 959-style magnesium rims.Tim Pitt, Robb Report, 4 Dec. 2024
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The combination of these domestic economic pressures and the international challenges in Syria, Georgia, and Belarus are reminiscent of another era all too familiar to those in the Kremlin.Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, TIME, 10 Dec. 2024
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The combination of smart regulations, technology and collaboration across a diverse partner ecosystem could offer a blueprint for cities worldwide grappling with the challenges of expanding a safe e-micromobility infrastructure.Jennifer Jacobs Dungs, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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For a planet that has oceans and a D to H ratio similar to earth’s, deuterium fusion power would deplete the D to H ratio within a few hundred million years, Catling and colleagues noted.Bruce Dorminey, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
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That will be followed by live entertainment including Latin fusion band Grupo Bella and Los Lupeños de San Jose folklorico dance troupe.Sal Pizarro, The Mercury News, 11 Dec. 2024
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Eating enough protein is essential for optimizing muscle protein synthesis, the process of gaining lean muscle tissue.Jakob Roze, Health, 5 Dec. 2024
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Fifth, magnesium stimulates protein synthesis, helping to keep muscle mass intact and strong.Bryant Stamford, The Courier-Journal, 5 Dec. 2024
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“Amalgamation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amalgamation. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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