as in mixture
a distinct entity formed by the combining of two or more different things
the word "robustious" is probably a conflation of "robust" and "boisterous"
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Recent Examples of conflation
The conflation of the end of geopolitics and the end of history offered an especially enticing prospect to the United States: the idea that the country could start putting less into the international system and taking out more.
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Walter Russell Mead, Foreign Affairs, 17 Apr. 2014
In Chani’s view, this misleading conflation of Saturn and disruption has become mainstream because millennials and Gen Z drive the conversation on the internet.
—Rebekah Pahl, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Fox News’ Laura Ingraham is half-heartedly walking back her show’s conflation of two prominent Black women on-air Monday night: Fani Willis, the Georgia prosecutor in President-elect Trump’s election interference case and New York attorney general Letitia James.
—Jami Ganz, New York Daily News, 26 Nov. 2024
In the right hands, this conflation of narrative and critique can have dazzling results.
—Sloane Crosley, The New Yorker, 1 Nov. 2024
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Walter Russell Mead, Foreign Affairs, 17 Apr. 2014
In Chani’s view, this misleading conflation of Saturn and disruption has become mainstream because millennials and Gen Z drive the conversation on the internet.
—Rebekah Pahl, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Fox News’ Laura Ingraham is half-heartedly walking back her show’s conflation of two prominent Black women on-air Monday night: Fani Willis, the Georgia prosecutor in President-elect Trump’s election interference case and New York attorney general Letitia James.
—Jami Ganz, New York Daily News, 26 Nov. 2024
In the right hands, this conflation of narrative and critique can have dazzling results.
—Sloane Crosley, The New Yorker, 1 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for conflation
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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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Watch out for slippery roads: The initial half-hour of rain is when roads are slickest due to a mixture of rain, grime, and oil.—
Bay Area Weather Report,
The Mercury News,
15 Feb. 2025
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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
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Not only does each cremation use a lot of energy in the form of natural gas, but toxic mercury vapor also gets liberated from old-style amalgam tooth fillings.—
Collin Blinder,
The Mercury News,
28 Jan. 2025
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The term is an amalgam of two of the three languages spoken in Corsica (Corsu, French, and Italian).—
Sara Lieberman,
Travel + Leisure,
21 Jan. 2025
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The lineup has yet to be set, but fans can expect electronic DJs, funk and indie acts in the mix.—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Feb. 2025
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That said, Bell, Larson, Blaney, Elliott, Byron and maybe Denny Hamlin should all be in the mix.—
Jeff Gluck,
The Athletic,
14 Feb. 2025
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Its smooth texture falls somewhere between a gel and an oil and features a blend of moisturizing marula and cacay oils for a luxurious lather.—
Lauren Dana Ellman,
Allure,
15 Feb. 2025
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The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is solidifying its position in the film industry, offering filmmakers an unmatched blend of breathtaking locations, advanced infrastructure and exceptional support.—
Partner Content,
Variety,
14 Feb. 2025
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The researchers forecast that the combination of renewable energy and nuclear power will meet all the coming increase in electricity demand worldwide.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
14 Feb. 2025
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While there are no significant qualms about sticking with the current combination, Brian Robinson Jr.’s production faded as the season progressed, and the final year of Austin Ekeler’s contract isn’t fully guaranteed.—
Ben Standig,
The Athletic,
14 Feb. 2025
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Its body is made of carbon fiber, and some of the parts were 3D printed by Renault using a high-strength aluminum alloy called Scalmalloy.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
6 Feb. 2025
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Real metal Any quality wedding band is made of an alloy, or mixture of metals, that is long-lasting and durable.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
5 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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“Conflation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conflation. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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