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as in mixture
a distinct entity formed by the combining of two or more different things
a victory that was due to a combination of luck and planning
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as in merger
the act or an instance of joining two or more things into one
the combination of mint and chocolate in a delicious dessert
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as in cartel
a number of businesses or enterprises united for commercial advantage
the companies formed a combination in an attempt to establish a monopoly in the rubber market
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as in coalition
an association of persons, parties, or states for mutual assistance and protection
a combination of citizens dedicated to fighting higher property taxes
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Recent Examples of combination
While a combination of factors led to these events, this critical safety feature worked exactly as designed.
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Jason Ambrosi, Fortune, 28 Nov. 2024
As part of the closures, Amtrak launched the Floridian line — a temporary combination of the Capitol Limited and Silver Star lines — to minimize disruptions.
—Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 28 Nov. 2024
However, going forward, the combination of energy demand related to AI and cryptocurrency markets, along with the incoming Trump administrations’ hostility to climate policy, suggest a move back towards business-as-usual.
—Hersh Shefrin, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
Bellevue's management has expressed concerns about its ability to continue as a going concern due to the working capital deficit and the need to complete a business combination by the extended deadline.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
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Jason Ambrosi, Fortune, 28 Nov. 2024
As part of the closures, Amtrak launched the Floridian line — a temporary combination of the Capitol Limited and Silver Star lines — to minimize disruptions.
—Alison Fox, Travel + Leisure, 28 Nov. 2024
However, going forward, the combination of energy demand related to AI and cryptocurrency markets, along with the incoming Trump administrations’ hostility to climate policy, suggest a move back towards business-as-usual.
—Hersh Shefrin, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
Bellevue's management has expressed concerns about its ability to continue as a going concern due to the working capital deficit and the need to complete a business combination by the extended deadline.
—Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for combination
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Fold in crushed pineapple, and spread mixture in an even layer in baking dish.Sabrina Weiss, People.com, 20 Nov. 2024
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Squeeze the lemon wedge’s juice into the mixture, dropping the lemon in after.Jeff Burkhart, The Mercury News, 13 Nov. 2024
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Barratt Redrow Morgan Stanley pointed to the recent approval of the merger between Barrat and Redrow, both among the largest house builders in the U.K., as a positive catalyst that should send the stock higher.Ganesh Rao, CNBC, 28 Nov. 2024
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These galaxies—which include the Cigar Galaxy M82 and NGC 253—form stars at rates 10 to 100 times faster than normal galaxies, usually triggered by external events, such as galaxy mergers, interactions, or the inflow of gas.Dan Perry, Newsweek, 26 Nov. 2024
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Australian police have warned in recent years that international drugs cartels are increasingly targeting the country, where a surge in cocaine use combined with some of the highest street prices in the world has fueled a lucrative illicit market.Mauricio Torres, CNN, 28 Nov. 2024
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Winning it back will require an institutional reaction equal to the formidable challenge posed by these cartels.The Week UK, theweek, 24 Nov. 2024
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Congress in recent years has been hot on the UAP trail, as a bipartisan but still somewhat fringe-y coalition of lawmakers has held hearings and applied pressure on other government entities to release information, particularly about any clandestine programs using taxpayer money.Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 14 Nov. 2024
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This, of course, is bad news for the Tuku + Genevieve coalition, who are relying on Caroline’s vote for a majority against Sol.Emma Sharpe, Vulture, 13 Nov. 2024
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But its tasty flavor, often described as a mix between banana and mango with a custard-like texture, has prompted a resurgence in its popularity.Rachel Ramirez, CNN, 28 Nov. 2024
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The 20 Best Cake Recipes, According To Our Readers Cornbread While cornbread mix is an acceptable time-saving choice, buying the pre-baked stuff from the bakery section is another story.Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 27 Nov. 2024
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The company says that for more than two years it has been focused on collaborating with global law enforcement and other tech companies to address the underlying problem of organized crime syndicates driving scam activity in Southeast Asia and the United Arab Emirates.Lily Hay Newman, WIRED, 21 Nov. 2024
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The crime syndicate has been connected to a string of high-profile crimes on U.S. soil.Hannah Parry, Newsweek, 20 Nov. 2024
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This deepening alliance follows a landmark military cooperation treaty signed by Kim and Russian President Vladimir Putin in June.Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 28 Nov. 2024
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Putin said Russia's production of advanced missile systems exceeds that of the NATO military alliance by 10 times, and that Moscow planned to ramp up production further.Fox News, Fox News, 28 Nov. 2024
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This hand cream will do just the trick because it’s packed with hydrating botanical blends and comes in a super compact, cute case.Malia Griggs, Glamour, 29 Nov. 2024
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This Amazon Essentials turtleneck sweater is made with a cotton, polyester, and modal blend that’s soft, stretchy, and form-fitting.Kenedee Fowler, Southern Living, 29 Nov. 2024
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“Combination.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/combination. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.
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