as in confluence
the coming together of two or more things to the same point
the conjunction of the two major highways creates a massive influx of cars into the city
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Recent Examples of conjunction
At the time, several athletes, coaches and family members were returning home from the National Development Camp held in conjunction with the U.S. Figure Skating Championships in Wichita, Kansas, said U.S. Figure Skating in a previous statement to PEOPLE.
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David Chiu, People.com, 4 Feb. 2025
Part of my frustration is that in fact, these actions have not been taken in conjunction with the rest of the commissioners.
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 8 Feb. 2025
The month begins on a dreamy note as your celestial ruler, Venus, joins Neptune in a whimsical conjunction.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 7 Feb. 2025
This event is being held in conjunction with the American Red Cross and is an opportunity to help replenish blood supplies.
—Sharon Hlapcich, Orange County Register, 6 Feb. 2025
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David Chiu, People.com, 4 Feb. 2025
Part of my frustration is that in fact, these actions have not been taken in conjunction with the rest of the commissioners.
—Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 8 Feb. 2025
The month begins on a dreamy note as your celestial ruler, Venus, joins Neptune in a whimsical conjunction.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 7 Feb. 2025
This event is being held in conjunction with the American Red Cross and is an opportunity to help replenish blood supplies.
—Sharon Hlapcich, Orange County Register, 6 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for conjunction
Noun
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First, the confluence of recent partnerships gives the brand a big boost in street cred and provides major tailwinds to revenue.—
StockStory Team,
CNBC,
22 Feb. 2025
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Moreover, the confluence of conditions - low unemployment, above-trend economic growth, consumers still eager to spend, and businesses newly conditioned to raise prices - could produce different outcomes than in Trump's first term.—
Howard Schneider,
USA TODAY,
21 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Realizing The Possibilities The convergence of 5G and AI will affect businesses across sectors and geographies but will be most noticeable in the areas that affect our day-to-day lives—like our safe drinking water, daily commute and internet connectivity.—
Anand Oswal,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
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Watching the map provides all the information about where combatants are moving, what skirmishes they’re engaged in, and where points of convergence may arise.—
Christopher Cruz,
Rolling Stone,
22 Feb. 2025
Noun
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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
Noun
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Again, an update at May’s annual meeting will be crucial.—
Bill Stone,
Forbes,
23 Feb. 2025
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As legislative interns, Guajardo and Alexanderson track and analyze bill data, provide constituent services, staff Senate committee hearings and meetings, and conduct legislative policy research, the release said.—
Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
23 Feb. 2025
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“Conjunction.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conjunction. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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